Do-It-Yourself
One way to get a custom fit is to do it yourself with the help of home sewing patterns. The patterns usually need to be adjusted to the petite figure.
Petite Plus Patterns
Profile of Petite Plus Patterns, sewing patterns for the short, plus-sized woman.
Profile of Petite Plus Patterns, sewing patterns for the short, plus-sized woman.
What Are the Ease Allowances for Home Sewing Patterns?
Sewing Ease Chart. What is the difference between fitting ease and design ease?
Sewing Ease Chart. What is the difference between fitting ease and design ease?
How to Hem Pants
About.com's sewing guide Debbie Colgrove gives directions on hemming pants.
About.com's sewing guide Debbie Colgrove gives directions on hemming pants.
Learn to Sew Your Own Custom Bra
If you're going to customize your clothing for a perfect fit, why not start at the beginning? Learn how to make your own custom bras. The Bra Dilemma - Solved! by Cynthia Elam in Threads tells you how to sew a bra that will fit you just right.
If you're going to customize your clothing for a perfect fit, why not start at the beginning? Learn how to make your own custom bras. The Bra Dilemma - Solved! by Cynthia Elam in Threads tells you how to sew a bra that will fit you just right.