Very nice, handsome book with a great aesthetic -- I'm looking forward to giving some of her designs a try this fall. I've never been a fan of following sewing patterns, so this is much more up my alley. Great idea, packaged very nicely.

Really impressive book for anyone that wants to start sewing themselves!
The author has some great tips to offer such as sleeve hacks for example that I found really useful.Also other sections like how to choose the correct fabric for your project and how to care for the fabric and eventually your garment are very important and is good the they are included in the book and you don't have to search that information else wear. Another point that I found very interesting was the different options she gives in each pattern to adjust your project to your own needs and expectations. Rating the patterns with a difficulty level was also very useful as you don't have to go venture where you don't feel comfortable yet and something that looks complicated on the other hand might be super easy, so is good to have that info before starting a pattern and maybe waisting time and fabric on something you are not skillful enough yet to complete.
A small touch that I loved was the photos of all - sized models, as most of the "fashion" books give a false idea that everyone that can benefit from fashion needs to be thin or anorexic, the representation of all sizes in this book is a more realistic view of the world. Well do Mrs Jewell on being so creative and inclusive.

What a wealth of knowledge! I've been sewing for over a decade, self-taught and as a costumer, typically having to combine multiple patterns or create my own in an attempt to get close to the garment that I want. Advice on self-drafting or altering patterns was scattered or in hard-to-parse fashion textbooks.

This is laid out beautifully, with cute, simple illustrations to guide and has a plethora of additional things to keep in mind, like ease, how the weave of a fabric will affect fit, how adjust for different types of tension and body shapes, all with wonderful constant reminders that if something doesn't fit right, it's always the garment's fault and can be fixed, not the body's.

There's something in here for everyone, whether you're looking to sew your garments entirely from scratch, or just alter them, if you've been sewing for years or are looking to pick it up in an increasingly fast-fashion world.

I am very new to sewing and have looked at a lot of books to help me out. This one stands out to me because of the simple instructions with the included illustrations to make it more understandable. Elisalex Jewell did a fantastic job in making learning a new skill less daunting and I am excited to make every project.

Made to Measure : An Easy Guide to Drafting and Sewing a Custom Wardrobe - 16 Pattern-Free Projects. This is a great reference and tutorial book for anyone wanting to sew their own clothes by drafting their own patterns, or adapting standard patterns. It is easy to follow, and a variety of styles and patterns are included. The book includes all kinds of useful information and advice. A great book to keep at hand on your sewing journey.

Although I've done quite a bit of sewing, I found useful new information in 'Made to Measure', especially the sections on drafting or altering a womenswear pattern. Elisalex Jewell gives well-described instructions on how to measure your body, and simple ways to make things that fit comfortably. I was not attracted by most of the fourteen projects described. However, that doesn't matter, as the techniques can be applied to whatever you want to sew. My only irritation came from the book being written in American, despite the author having been trained and running a business in the UK! But of course, that's the much bigger market…

The book is short (175 pages plus index), but both beginners and more experienced people should find it to be a valuable companion to their sewing.

Worth investing in - I'm a novice and nervous beginner and I'd buy this book. It explains the mechanics of sewing your own clothes clearly and simply. I would use this as a resource when making my own garments and, dare I say it would even try making some of the garments. I enjoyed it from start to finish and when I get the paper copy it will be stored right behind my sewing machine.

Learn to draft and sew your own customized clothes that fit you perfectly and make you feel fantastic.

A well-done guide. Excellent.

Made to Measure is a pattern-drafting resource to help teach beginner to advanced sewing techniques for best fitting garments.

I’ve read a few different sewing books like this that highlighted fit and alteration techniques, or even tips for patter drafting. What sets this one apart are the practical patterns shown as step-by-step examples to create based on your own measurements. And the best thing about this is the size inclusivity! Models of all shapes and sizes are used in the examples, showing how different fits can be achieved when you draft your own patterns.

I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in altering or drafting their own clothing. I think it’ll be a really useful resource for me in the future!

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarry Books for an advanced copy of this book!

As someone new to sewing and that wants to start making my own clothes, this book was overwhelming but in a good way. I feel like it will be a good guide but I do think it may be designed for those who know more about sewing but it also seems more accessible to me now than it did.

This book is a fantastic resource for anyone looking to sew clothes. As someone who can sew but has never sewn clothing before, I found this book easy to understand, incredibly helpful, and filled with fun patterns I could try.

To say this book should be in every sewing room in America is an understatement. I have been sewing for a while and still learned so much by reading this book. My favorite pattern is the Paneled Wrap Skirt and cannot wait to make my own.
The illustrations are beautiful, and the descriptions are so well written. This is not a book of patterns; it is a book showing you how to draft your own pattern. I custom fit garment. The illustrations are valuable in the way they show you how to complete each step in the process.
I will be buying a few copies to keep on hand for gifts because I truly believe every household should own this book.

Made to Measure is the sewing book you needed in high school textiles class.
Seriously, short of operating the scissors and machines this book is like a cheat sheet.

Made to Measure is packed with illustrations, that are frankly gorgeous. Not only are they stunning but they are incredibly informative.
Although not a novice around a sewing machine I absolutely adored this book and even found a new way of doing a technique.

Not only does this book have answers for everything, it then is filled with stunning patterns that would suit a range of body types and tastes with handy hints on how to make it work for you.

Honestly this book could have saved me three years of stress has it been produced ten years prior.
This is definitely one for the bookshelf - not the sewing box, it's far too pretty.

I was gifted a digital copy of Made to Measure by Netgalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Thank you to Netgalley, Quarto Publishing and Elisalex Jewell for the opportunity.

Excellent resource for new dressmakers, or experienced with patterns but want to do their own. All the templates are in the book and if you are used to bought paper patterns, then you might struggle. But read the instructions and go back to the equipment page and you will understand it. Lots of good techniques and tips within the book on how to complete basic sewing tasks and alterations. Thank you #NetGalley for the e-book to review.

Very good book that explains the basics of sewing.
The first chapter explains things needed to start you off on your sewing journey.
The book leads you through pattern drafting and creating your own beautiful clothes that will make you feel amazing and so accomplished.
I am really happy with this book, it’s very good for anyone who would love to start sewing.

Exactly what I need, got my sewing machine about 3 months ago and still learning. Perfect tips. My only critisism is that the curly font was slightly hard to read for me

This is a great sewing book for beginners or experience sewistas looking for info on how to draft their own patterns. I have sewn many of my own clothes, but I have never tried drafting my own patterns before, and this really gives me the tools that I need to feel confident trying it. Definitely a worthwhile purchase to add to a sewing collection!

This is the type of book that you will always keep on hand when sewing. It explains everything that you need to know if you want to make your own garments - not only how to make your own patterns, but how to hack any other pattern, how to master techniques that you will use most often. The amount of information might seem intimidating at first, but everything's really well explained. Patterns may not be the most fashionable, but this book is still great as a kind of bible for home sewing.

Thank you NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in return for an honest and unbiased review.

Made to Measure was really great! I don't normally grab an instructional book from NetGalley... However, I have been sewing a dress and this popped up. I thought, "Why not?! I could stand a chance at learning something!". The layout of this guide is fabulous; it isn't too busy with excessive writing, color, or patterns... They stick to the basics, but it is still beautifully presented on each page. I also love that Jewell made this user friendly and taught you how to make your own patterns, for your own body. I felt empowered reading this book and want to share it with friends. Not only was this enjoyable to look at, I felt like I learned so much. Jewell has a gift at presenting information in a way that the learner wants to keep going.
Will recommend!

What a fabulous book. Elisalex is the pinnacle of sewing and has shared this knowledge with people like me who aspire to sew to her standard. Clear steps and instructions. Great patterns. Size inclusive. I can’t wait to try out this book at my sewing machine.