1. Patterns must be made larger than body measurements to allow for freedom of movement, ease of action and comfort in wearing. Recommended ease allowance for various parts of the body are listed below. For bust 3 to 5 (3 for a tight fitting garment and 5 for loose fitting one); waist � ; hip 3 to 5 ; upper arm 3 to 4; arm hole depth 1.

Equipment needed for altering patterns, includes a pair of scissors, some light weight paper, and pins. Heavy paper is not suitable for making alterations, also a ruler and pencil to redraw construction details that are interrupted by your alterations are necessary.