The dress is gathered at the waist and the pattern includes multiple versions. Version 1 and version 3 have a crossed top, one with and one without flounces, the third version is a V-neck top with flounces. The skirt variations are short, maxi long or maxi long with a slit. The top and skirt pieces […]
FBA= Full body adjustment How do I know that an FBA is necessary ? Using our dress pattern Janis, I will show you how to make an FBA with a bust dart: First, the bust point on the front piece needs to be determined. Either by measuring with a tape measure or by placing the sewing
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SBA=Small body adjustment How do I know that an SBA is necessary ? Using our dress pattern Janis, I will show you how to make an SBA with a bust dart: First, the bust point on the front piece needs to be determined. Either by measuring with a tape measure or by placing the sewing
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This sewing pattern adjustment is made for a V-neck that extends below the bust, such as our sewing pattern Grace (wrap jumpsuit) or Janis (dress). If the top fits well but doesn’t sit flat at the neckline on the bust, you can adjust it on the sewing pattern. Shorten neckline The neckline is shortened when
SBA=Small body adjustment How do I know that an SBA is necessary ? This sewing pattern adjustment is made for a bodice without dart. First, the bust point on the front piece needs to be determined. Either by measuring with a tape measure or by placing the sewing pattern on your upper body. Make sure
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FBA= Full body adjustment How do I know that an FBA is necessary ? This sewing pattern adjustment is made for a bodice without dart. First, the bust point on the front piece needs to be determined. Either by measuring with a tape measure or by placing the sewing pattern on your upper body. Make
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First, determine the difference between your upper arm circumference and our measurement chart. Step 1: Draw a vertical line from the center of the sleeve to the hem. The center of the sleeve (shoulder seam) is marked on the pattern with a notch. Then draw a horizontal line, this is drawn about 3/4” – 1
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