[Amanda C]

I have almost finished my first Chicarita and am loving this make. Having sewn the bodice seams, I am tempted to clip the curve to help them lie flatter – should I?? The instructions don’t seem to suggest this.., I can serge them afterwards or use pinking shears (or I could just do this??)
Thanks for any help 🙂

[Lightning McStitch]

Hi Amanda
You’re talking about the bodice side seam that becomes the underarm capped sleeve seam, right?
Yes, I would cut a few little notches at the most curved part and then serge the seam allowances with that extra bit of give in the seam allowance.
Cheers,
Shelley

[Liesl Gibson]

I’m glad you like it! And yes, it’s probably a good idea to clip the side seams at the underarm a bit to help them lie flat. It will depend on your fabric, of course, but in general it will help. Thanks for asking!

[Amanda C]

Thank you both – it’s finished, worn and admired! 😊

[Amanda C]

Thank you both – it’s finished, worn and admired! 😊

[Liesl Gibson]

So glad to hear it!