Alterations

Question 1

Coat shoulders/PTP can be taken in __” total

Answer 1

1”

And cannot be let out

Question 2

Common alterations on a coat

Answer 2

Incorrect fit (too trim, too loose)
Weight fluctuation 
Didn't double check formulas
Sleeve length (incorrect measurements)

Question 3

Pant hem - seam allowance

Answer 3

Lengthen up to 2”

Shorten no limit

Question 4

Seat seam allowance

Answer 4

Let out total 3/4”

Take in 1”-1 1/2” (depending on original size)

Question 5

Thigh seam allowance

Answer 5

Let out 1/2 - 3/4”

Take in 1 - 2”

Question 6

Rise seam allowance

Answer 6

Lengthen rise 3/4” (lengthen rise by scooping the seat)

Shorten rise 1 1/2” (shorten the rise by taking thigh in”

Question 7

Waist seam allowance

Answer 7

Let out 2” max

Take in 1-3” (depending on original size)

Question 8

Shirt seam allowance (launder first!!)

Answer 8

Collar: smaller/larger by 1/4” (do this by moving button)
Cuffs: can be made smaller up to 3/4” by moving button
Sleeves/tail length: no limit to shorten
Bicep: take in 3-4”
Body: take in 3-4”
*if taking in more than 2”, consider making back darts so it’s evenly spaced

Question 9

Vest seam allowance

Answer 9

Sides - taken in as needed (no limit)
Half girth - center back seam can be let out 1/2 - 1”
Shorten - 1”-2” depending on pockets

Question 10

Jacket seam allowances

Answer 10

Finished sleeves: lengthen or shorten 3/4” (sometimes add 5th button)
Unfinished sleeves: lengthen up to 1 1/2” / shorten up to 1”
Half girth: sides in - up to 3” / sides out - up to 2 1/2”
Shorten back: 1”-2”
Chest: cannot let out chest / take in 1” under each arm
Half back: ease blades up to 3/4” per side