dubhels2003

Hello!

I’ve finally traced off my classic shirt pattern. I’ve discovered that I’ve already previously cut out the button planet and lost it… v annoyed with myself. Is it possible for me to use the placket from the recital blouse? I’d prefer to avoid buying another copy of the pattern.

I’ve made this once and love it and wear it often. However, I feel like my cuffs look a little scruffy. Mostly that’s my Sewing, but I wondered if I could substitute cuffs from one of the other patterns?

I’m interested in sewing the marais dress in a non stretch woven fabric. I can size up, is there anything else I would need to do? I could cut some bits on the bias, but feel this would be option rather than a requirement?

I’d welcome any thoughts and ideas, and I’d love to hear if any testers used a woven.

Thank you.

My tall 7 year old daughter has a 31inch waist and 29 inch hips. She prefers to wear clothes which sit under her tummy. I’m struggling now with what to sew her as she needs skirts and shorts. Dresses are easier as we tend to go for high waisted styles.

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My boyfriend measures at the lower end of XL for neck and chest but just over the XXL waist size. How relaxed is the fit round the tummy? I feel like i need to grade to the XXL around the tummy then add a smidge more as i don’t want him to be self conscious. What’s the best way to do this? I am doing a toile so i can have a play.

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