Darted Full Bust Adjustment (FBA) Tutorial
Learn how to do a darted full bust adjustment (FBA) to add fullness on any darted top or dress sewing pattern with this free tutorial.
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What patterns can I use this Darted Full Bust Adjustment (FBA) tutorial with?
This full bust adjustment (FBA) tutorial is perfect for anyone wanting to add fullness into the bust area on a fitted top or dress sewing pattern which has bust darts.
Difficulty Level = Beginner
We originally designed this tutorial to show how to do a darted full bust adjustment (FBA) with the Classic Dress pattern, however you can use this with nearly any top or dress sewing pattern which has bust darts.
Our womens’ patterns are designed for a sewing C cup bust (B cup in most ready to wear bras). If you don’t fall into this size you may need to adjust your patterns, to get the best fit at the bust, armholes and across the back. This tutorial will walk you through doing this.
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