I cut out a version of my Bootstrap Fashions Raglan Tunic. This top has been a mainstay in my wardrobe, and its a great winter layering piece. Bootstrap Fashions are a “custom” company, using pattern making software, in order to take a customer’s measurements, and then produce a pattern that exactly fits that customer’s shape. This was my first purchase. But, when I put in my measurements, I forgot to put in what is called wearing ease. Our clothes aren’t exactly the same size as us. There is always space to allow us to breathe, eat a big meal, sit down; most clothing is about 1-2 inches bigger than us.
But, as its been so long, I completely forgot to add wearing ease when cutting. And so I had a lovely tunic, that was extremely formfitting. Ok for my slim daughter, not so good for me.
Adding a side panel by
Dani, on Flickr
I used the pattern for the denim dress I posted about earlier, cutting the front into a princess seam, and inserting a coordinating panel, and putting in the pocket as well, using the scraps.
Adding a side panel by
Dani, on Flickr
The temptation when making this sort of alteration, is to go overboard, and end up having a top that is miles too big. But this one has worked fine, giving me that little bit of wearing ease, so it doesn’t cling to my lumps and bumps. With the added benefit, that by drafting a whole new pattern for the alteration, I can now have a different version for future tunics.
Just the collar and hems to do, and then I have another top for winter workwear.
Adding a side panel by
Dani, on Flickr
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