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How to shorten or lengthen a sewing pattern

Follow along to learn how simple it is to lengthen or shorten your pattern pieces using the shorten/lengthen line on the pattern.



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Rosemary Huf
Rosemary Huf
Aug 18, 2023

Hi! Could you please tell us what size person your block is made for? I’m trying to shorten your easy blazer pattern and I need to know so that I stay in proportion. (I shortened it by 12 cm and looked like a matador’s vest!!! 😅)

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