- All packages with patterns have been sent. A few of you got some "extras" in your bag. Enjoy. :)
- I just reviewed a pair of pants. I really like them but the pictures suck. I'll add a picture but I warn you: fuzzy and not good. The fabric is really cool with vertical stripes. They fit well though you won't be able to tell. Sigh. Back to the photo studio.
- I have a skirt to do for the mini-wardrobe contest and I've decided on this skirt from the August 2008 BWOF (#106). I really like the simple lines. I think it will showcase the weave of my fabric well. A couple of questions for those of you who care to answer: I plan to line it, should I use the same fold-over design for the lining? Or should I fold the pattern piece and just cut a simple straight skirt for the lining? I am also debating adding a center back seam for my athletic butt/swayback and a kick pleat. Does anyone know of a good online tutorial for a back vent? I love the one for the kick pleat from the Sewing Divas but I would rather have just a back vent for this one.
The really fuzzy picture of my nice black pants.
9 comments:
Thanks for the patterns, got them yesterday.
Fuzzy or not, the pants look like a great addition to the wardrobe!
I think I would use the same pattern for the skirt and then joint them at the waist so that the folds work together. It is a very cute skirt!
I love the skirt and those pants look great on you.
First, if I looked that good in my bad pictures, I'd be very happy! Second, I just came across this same situation with a skirt pattern. The first one I lined exactly the same the second I eliminated the extra fabric (haven't sewn this one yet). Personally, I'd eliminate it. I wore the first one the other day and .... well that's why I eliminated the excess on the second. Third, I think Power Sewing by Sandra Betzina had a good method for a vent. It was a library book so I don't have it now, but I vaguely remember a section on skirt vents.
I have been looking at this pattern myself. It is very cute. You will have 3 layers of fabric at the fold-over, so the best thing to do to help it keep its shape is to omit the fold-over and cut a straight skirt. that way you will avoid 6 layers of fabric and a lot of bulk across the stomach. So, yes, fold out that section.
I third the suggestion to use a straight skirt for the lining. I'd also like to recommend the book The Easy Guide to Sewing Linings. You may have to get it used. It's soooo worth it.
Sorry, I can't help with the technical questions but I love that pattern too so I can't wait to see how yours turns out. Good luck!
thanks so much, I got my two days ago. thanks for the extra! I shared your generosity with a friend of mine and passed the extra pattern on to her and she thought it was so nice and wants to say thanks as well.
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