I don't think I've ever been more excited for a book! I have breaking the pattern and it's such a good book so this was on my radar, but seeing it in the flesh makes me want it even more! Thanks for the detailed review, so helpful to see the different sections and all the patterns ❤️
I wasn't too keen about this release from their Instagram feed, but showing us the actual meat of the book like this... I love them, especially those trousers! Unfortunately no US release yet, so... just ordered it through the provided UK site, thanks!!
Not so sure about this one. I have the Palmer Pletsch fitting books for fit and I bought the 'Breaking the Pattern' book when it was released but didn't make anything from it. Unless you're going to make a lot of the patterns (which clearly I didn't) pattern book are a pretty expensive way to sew.
I feel the same way, but I would make quite a few of these garment. I like the Palmer Pletsch fitting book, but this is a good ‘hand holder’ for people new to fitting and pattern work. Plus, for the price point, this was a good way to get the patterns.
Great to have this review, book looks beautiful. With their other book, there was a code which enabled you to get PDF versions of the patterns, is that possible with this one?
@@molly_sewsmolly_sews8477 Thanks. I hadn't seen that. It is so useful to be able to print just the size wanted even if we do have to put all the pages together. It beats tracing. I keep wandering to a different line and, consequently, waste the tracing paper!
This looks good if you can’t get Fit for Real People where the fashions are a bit dated and it is hard to get now. However if you can get FFRP do, as it is genius.
I agree and have several from their FFRP range because they’re sooo good and I can’t recommend them enough! I’m not sure where you are but I’m in the U.K and had no problem picking any of them up from both eBay and Amazon where there were lots of each at really good prices
I agree. In this day and age it is so disgusting that these sewing books are not size inclusive. But hey ho, they don't want fat people's money so it allows us to save it and spend it on things that are actually worth while.
@@jeanninelevostre6039 suppose you are right. My money goes to size inclusive indie pattern makers. Thank god they exist. Fibre mood is also pretty good with sizes
Mmm. When I started sewing again I remember being so disappointed at being sized out. I wonder if all the patterns are crafted for a B cup? I'll give my $$ to companies that draft for my shape.
Yup. To be expected from Named. But still really frustrating. They could at least offer the patterns with a digital code, if they want to try and claim making the printed pages inclusive is cost-prohibitive.
But the instructions are in the book for increasing and decreasing circumference and length. I used to be outside a lot of the size ranges in Indie patterns so I understand how you feel. But equally, when patterns are graded up and down, things don’t always work and need to be changed. Eg, raising the back on trousers, sorting armholes because they are huge... it’s rare to find a pattern that fits, straight out of the pattern packet whatever the size range.
@@janettechapple6542 not much use for folks who are a size 30. Named have *some* patterns which they’ve released in a better size range. They could’ve done the same for the book. Fat folks don’t expect things to fit out the packet anymore than thin folks, but at least having our sizes graded for helps. It’s fine. We get to use pattern companies who want out money & are committed to inclusion.
I bought the book solely on your recommendation and it's as brilliant as you described. Thank you for bringing it to my attention.
Kate thanks for the book review......it really helps to know what a book covers before buying.
Thank you for this video! Good explaining and summary of the book. I’m going to buy this book because of you!
Woops, I wasn't going to buy a book today and now I had to buy both of these! Love the style and size range.
Oh how I love a proper book review! Thank you!
The index on the bottom corner is brilliant! I hate unfolding, and folding, searching through multiple sheets for the "one."
Thank you for the walk through of this book. It’s now on my list!
This looks like it’s just what I need to address some of my sewing frustrations! many thanks for the review, much appreciated 🙏
Thank you for this review! Have just bought the book.
Great review. Definitely going on my birthday list. Looks like a great follow up to their first book.
I don't think I've ever been more excited for a book! I have breaking the pattern and it's such a good book so this was on my radar, but seeing it in the flesh makes me want it even more! Thanks for the detailed review, so helpful to see the different sections and all the patterns ❤️
😎🎼just bought the book
.loved their first one...tnk u for great review
Why do I buy everything you show? I love love love your videos. Thank you for making my weekends.
Me too 😁
Haa!! That make us very happy thank you!
Thank you for your videos. I look forward to your talks.
I wasn't too keen about this release from their Instagram feed, but showing us the actual meat of the book like this... I love them, especially those trousers! Unfortunately no US release yet, so... just ordered it through the provided UK site, thanks!!
Thank you very much for the book review. It’s going on my wish list
Thanks Kate. Great review x
Thanks for the review! X
I think this is a great book lovely patterns
I am just outside the size range... I love the patterns but it's very frustrating I can't enjoy it as much as you do. :(
Kate please tell me what pattern you used for your gorgeous top?
Will you be reviewing Sew Chinelo?
Not so sure about this one. I have the Palmer Pletsch fitting books for fit and I bought the 'Breaking the Pattern' book when it was released but didn't make anything from it. Unless you're going to make a lot of the patterns (which clearly I didn't) pattern book are a pretty expensive way to sew.
I'm guessing that it will also be based on a B cup block...?
I feel the same way, but I would make quite a few of these garment. I like the Palmer Pletsch fitting book, but this is a good ‘hand holder’ for people new to fitting and pattern work. Plus, for the price point, this was a good way to get the patterns.
brilliant review.I went to the amazon link but it only showed a paperback edition,you seem to have a hardback copy.Could you,please,help.
The one I have is paperback too!
@@TheFoldLine ok thanks a lot
Awesome
Great to have this review, book looks beautiful. With their other book, there was a code which enabled you to get PDF versions of the patterns, is that possible with this one?
I have the book and yes, you can log into your Named account and put in part of the ISBN code. The patterns are really lovely............
@@molly_sewsmolly_sews8477 Thanks. I hadn't seen that. It is so useful to be able to print just the size wanted even if we do have to put all the pages together. It beats tracing. I keep wandering to a different line and, consequently, waste the tracing paper!
Will it be offered in Amazon USA? Shipping from Amazon UK is rich.
It's now available. U.S. release was April 27.
@@Conmezzo Thank You!
Anyone know if this book is available in the US?
Yes, I think it is now.
This looks good if you can’t get Fit for Real People where the fashions are a bit dated and it is hard to get now. However if you can get FFRP do, as it is genius.
I agree and have several from their FFRP range because they’re sooo good and I can’t recommend them enough! I’m not sure where you are but I’m in the U.K and had no problem picking any of them up from both eBay and Amazon where there were lots of each at really good prices
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yet another book that isn't size inclusive. yay
I agree. In this day and age it is so disgusting that these sewing books are not size inclusive. But hey ho, they don't want fat people's money so it allows us to save it and spend it on things that are actually worth while.
@@jeanninelevostre6039 suppose you are right. My money goes to size inclusive indie pattern makers. Thank god they exist. Fibre mood is also pretty good with sizes
Ah yes fibre mood. Will give them a look. Thanks.
Mmm. When I started sewing again I remember being so disappointed at being sized out. I wonder if all the patterns are crafted for a B cup? I'll give my $$ to companies that draft for my shape.
Yup. To be expected from Named. But still really frustrating. They could at least offer the patterns with a digital code, if they want to try and claim making the printed pages inclusive is cost-prohibitive.
Oh look. Max size 22. What a surprise from Named 🙄
But the instructions are in the book for increasing and decreasing circumference and length. I used to be outside a lot of the size ranges in Indie patterns so I understand how you feel. But equally, when patterns are graded up and down, things don’t always work and need to be changed. Eg, raising the back on trousers, sorting armholes because they are huge... it’s rare to find a pattern that fits, straight out of the pattern packet whatever the size range.
@@janettechapple6542 not much use for folks who are a size 30. Named have *some* patterns which they’ve released in a better size range. They could’ve done the same for the book. Fat folks don’t expect things to fit out the packet anymore than thin folks, but at least having our sizes graded for helps.
It’s fine. We get to use pattern companies who want out money & are committed to inclusion.
@@CazPiranha Good point. 👍