Hi,
I know that this is where the muslim bodice will be very helpful, but I want to know what everyone's experience is with the sizing, specifically the darts.
I have measured my daughter, and she is all over the charts in sizing. Since the bodice is the fitted part, I know that is more important.
Here is what I have for my daughter who is almost 3:
Chest sized: 18 mo.
Waist sized: 4 years.
Height: 35 inches (2T)
Weight 29 lbs. (2T)
She is rather petite except for a wee paunch in her belly. The last dollop of baby fat. :(
The difference between a 2T and a 4T being only a 1/2 inch in the waist.
Now the bodice has darts to create some shape. How does that work? Is it for shape and the quality of the fit, or is this for style, and my darts can be less deep to accomodate the paunch?
I am trying to figure out what size pattern to start with? If I cut the 4T because of her waist, it will be beyond huge in the shoulders and chest. Requiring MASSIVE adjustments of inches.
How much are the darts for fitting vs style? Can I cut a 3T or even a 2T because while fitted it isn't THAT fitted and there is enough room for her wee paunch?
Thanks for your help.
Jenny