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Same pattern, take four! I eliminated the pockets for smooth side lines, raised both the back neckline and the front, quite a bit (Joan Halloway never reveals much skin!), added 3/4 length sleeves, and added vertical bust darts on the front, above the waistline. Because it is more form-fitting, I also added a center back zipper, to help get in and out.
I also lengthened and deepened the back darts, they are almost 11" in length, total, and I lifted the point of the dart 2" so that it would fall in the curve of my back.
This process of proper fit is never ending…
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Intermediate
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Jul 16, 2012, 02.20 PMby mojo elgin
gorgeous dress! I love the color. The fit is great. I’m afraid I don’t have the patience to fit myself that well. Maybe if I had dressmaker’s form…
Dec 1, 2011, 01.53 PMby monikapullerits
Exactly! And I really realy need an Overlock or a serger ;) Which i really really do! :D
Nov 30, 2011, 05.16 PMby sarahmckee85
Square necklines are so flattering, love the color and pattern.
Nov 30, 2011, 07.17 AMby monikapullerits
That’s a lot of fitting! You must have lots of patience. :) But all for the cause, right? Lovely colour, and the fit looks great. Perfect for autumn :)
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Nov 30, 2011, 06.19 PMby rljulie
If I stay on this track, I’ll be able to justify spending money on a custom-fit dressmaker’s form, though, right, right? I’ll be able to say I really NEED it! ;)
Nov 30, 2011, 02.35 AMby secondbedroom
Love the neckline!