tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post6695509251552595679..comments2024-03-27T16:39:19.668-04:00Comments on Fabric Mart Fabricistas: Reader's Pick Sew-Along #1: Cutting, Thread and AlterationsFabric Marthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09126524811564615408noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-79727086848068458172014-04-18T08:21:49.712-04:002014-04-18T08:21:49.712-04:00I also should have graded up my waist, but I only ...I also should have graded up my waist, but I only would have needed to one size. I figured the elastic would help fix this for me! If you were to make this again, I would create small darts on your pattern piece, then cut it out. Then you aren't taking inches away from your pockets. Fabric Marthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09126524811564615408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-42042871972291600872014-04-18T08:18:31.695-04:002014-04-18T08:18:31.695-04:00I missed your comment too! I don't know why it...I missed your comment too! I don't know why it didn't show that you commented! You did the same exact thing I did! I made the muslin bodice correctly, but the bodice is flip flopped in the good fabric! I was so upset because, I thought, what kind of teacher am I? Oh well, I'm human :o) Fabric Marthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09126524811564615408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-675787673546186772014-04-18T08:13:25.999-04:002014-04-18T08:13:25.999-04:00I'm so sorry I didn't reply to this post! ...I'm so sorry I didn't reply to this post! I think I'm having trouble getting some comments because I've checked many times and this only showed up now. You can use muslin fabric, but it's best to used a fabric similar to what your finished garment will be. All fabrics lay differently and I like to see how the fsbric is going to lay on my body. I hope this helps!Fabric Marthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09126524811564615408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-22758499774889162632014-04-15T13:32:31.417-04:002014-04-15T13:32:31.417-04:00Hi Rose,
I do moderate all comments, so that may ...Hi Rose,<br /><br />I do moderate all comments, so that may be why you thought you were having trouble. <br />Fabric Marthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09126524811564615408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-64408448368823169872014-04-14T17:25:00.516-04:002014-04-14T17:25:00.516-04:00Thanks for following along! This sew along will be...Thanks for following along! This sew along will be on the blog forever, so you will be able to see it. We do ship to canada, although shipping time varies but that is not in our control. I hope you consider trying out the pattern some time!Fabric Marthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09126524811564615408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-85475581788813406302014-04-13T17:55:35.641-04:002014-04-13T17:55:35.641-04:00I had a problem trying to post onto this site, but...I had a problem trying to post onto this site, but I finally posted has anonymous. I did get directed to blog spot, but I'm not sure if it will connect or for that matter this one too. I did subscribe to the group too.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16325132525209169432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-530433405367143172014-04-13T17:52:20.884-04:002014-04-13T17:52:20.884-04:00Hi, I just logged onto this site and subscribed. I...Hi, I just logged onto this site and subscribed. I would sure like to make this dress, but I live in a remote area and it's hard to get supplies. What I want to know is if I start late, can I still have access to the steps in the future. I am going to Edmonton, Alberta on April 22 nd. and would be able to pick up my pattern and not only that I still would have to order my material whether I order from the site or not. I have to check how long it would take to get shipped to me. I have not ordered on site although I have been a subscriber for over a year. I also would like to know approximately how long this sew along is suppose to take. I'm sure going to keep checking in the future for others and hopefully I'll be prepared before the start date. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-69199525750518460322014-04-09T09:39:14.105-04:002014-04-09T09:39:14.105-04:00Just replied! Check it out. Just replied! Check it out. Fabric Marthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09126524811564615408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-47362039924545107402014-04-08T18:35:50.153-04:002014-04-08T18:35:50.153-04:00Well I cut out today and have to make the markings...Well I cut out today and have to make the markings, but I am right in step with you, so yay. :) I did accidentally swap the right front and left front but it really makes no difference to the end result, except that my pleated front will lay on the other side from the other ladies versions. (I did do this step correctly in the muslin...of course. LOL.) I should be able to post the progress somewhere, hopefully the blog, but I may decide to capture two or three steps together in one blog post to save me time. <br /><br />I love yours so far. <br /><br />I have to grade up in the skirt by a whole four sizes (12 to 16) so I just am going to gather the skirt a bit to make it fit the bodice. I tried darting the skirt in the muslin, but that was a huge hot mess. Eek. I wanted to grade from a 12 waist (which would have fit) to the 16 hip, but I couldn't wrap my mind around how to make it work with the pockets on the front. I suspect the gathered skirt should look okay. dinagideonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17892195449655319256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-87681028511584053582014-04-08T14:22:56.707-04:002014-04-08T14:22:56.707-04:00Hi there , I'm a bit behind and just posted my...Hi there , I'm a bit behind and just posted my fabric to flicker (with a question about it too!). Looking forward to getting started - here's my question - https://www.flickr.com/photos/52486734@N02/13698921934/in/pool-readerspicksewalonghemiolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17961877919885126029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-31546139155823970712014-04-07T18:42:54.676-04:002014-04-07T18:42:54.676-04:00Wow, I can't believe I have to ask this, but.....Wow, I can't believe I have to ask this, but... to make a muslin, do I use muslin or do I need a knit fabric to make a test garment? I really wanted to work on this tonight! I am tracing off my pattern with visions of getting to cutting the muslin too.<br />Thanks, Connie.minniemeaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11133256075233558077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-47525395317828418102014-04-07T18:17:15.391-04:002014-04-07T18:17:15.391-04:00I just got home from work and thankfully, my patte...I just got home from work and thankfully, my pattern was in the mailbox! yeahhhhh! better late than never!minniemeaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11133256075233558077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-70606476500263680972014-04-07T13:42:52.443-04:002014-04-07T13:42:52.443-04:00Hi Annie,
I have the fabric right sides together,...Hi Annie,<br /><br />I have the fabric right sides together, so the wrong side is what you are seeing in the photos. You should definitely try the grid cutting board! It is a lifesaver in getting things straight. Plus you can pierce pins through it to keep your fabric in place.Fabric Marthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09126524811564615408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2031068980840536757.post-79391715962015898022014-04-07T12:33:19.738-04:002014-04-07T12:33:19.738-04:00When I'm cutting out my fabric pieces, I can g...When I'm cutting out my fabric pieces, I can get really hung up on the right and wrong side of the fabric.<br />Can you confirm that in your first two photos above, you've folded the fabric so that the RIGHT sides are together?<br />Thanks! <br /><br />Also, I've never considered using a grid before, but that is a GREAT idea. I may try to find one at JoAnn's tonight.Annie Loudenhttp://annielouden.com/sewingnoreply@blogger.com