I had to make several adjustments to this pattern-forward shoulder, swayback, narrow back, FBA. The challenging fit adjustment was the FBA. The base front piece will not have a dart as a result of the bust adjustment. I did not want the overlay to have a dart so I moved that to gathered edge of this pattern piece. I also adjusted the neckline by one inch as well. I will post some photos of those adjustments later.
I am using a knit that I recently purchased (September) from Fabric Mart; this one did not stay in the collection very long. This is not the best photo of this fabric. It is a lovely light pinkish beige with tones of light and dark gray.
My plans are to cut out the fabric this afternoon.
That's going to be lovely, Linda. I had looked at that fabric several times myself. You will love that pattern.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ann. After seeing your two dresses recently I decided to give this a try.
DeleteOh you are brave! Can't wait to see it.
ReplyDeleteSo far so good, started sewing it today.
DeleteI'm interested to see how this turns out. I have it in my "to make" basket, but am skeptical of the FBA.
ReplyDeleteI posted some photos of how I made an FBA for this. So far the darted bodice is working okay. Have not progressed to attaching overlay.
DeleteYour fabric will make a gorgeous shirt, especially with all your alterations to achieve a perfect fit!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I have started sewing this and still have a ways to go.
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