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Patterns Discussion / Style 2708
« on: May 02, 2023, 10:18:39 AM »
This is the dress I'm currently making for my cousin's funeral. I love the pattern, and I've been waiting for an occasion to make it. Unfortunately, I think my fabric choice may be 'off', and I might have to choose something else to wear.
I started by making alterations to the pattern as I am no longer a size 12 (that's the size the pattern was cut...). However, I lengthened the bodice far too much, and had to do much unpicking.
Once I had the sizing right, I cut the lining out. This was a palaver, as there were no lining pieces... Got there eventually though, although the lining isn't exactly what I would have chosen. It's got a sort of tafetta feel, so I'm not at all sure it will work, but, it's all I could get. One thing I did get wrong though, was the length. I forgot that I'd lengthened the main fabric, so I'll have to put a rescue plan together if it looks too short.
This morning when I've done the paperwork, I plan to alter the collar. It's very pointy, so and suggestions will be most welcome!
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Jessie
I started by making alterations to the pattern as I am no longer a size 12 (that's the size the pattern was cut...). However, I lengthened the bodice far too much, and had to do much unpicking.
Once I had the sizing right, I cut the lining out. This was a palaver, as there were no lining pieces... Got there eventually though, although the lining isn't exactly what I would have chosen. It's got a sort of tafetta feel, so I'm not at all sure it will work, but, it's all I could get. One thing I did get wrong though, was the length. I forgot that I'd lengthened the main fabric, so I'll have to put a rescue plan together if it looks too short.
This morning when I've done the paperwork, I plan to alter the collar. It's very pointy, so and suggestions will be most welcome!
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Jessie