tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post5268167371559786836..comments2024-03-28T09:14:59.192-04:00Comments on La Sewista!: The DK jumper, #2, V 1175Bunnyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-37519544042060806532014-04-01T11:58:32.730-04:002014-04-01T11:58:32.730-04:00Donna Karan patterns are always an amazing lesson ...Donna Karan patterns are always an amazing lesson in design, aren't they? This is going to look fabulous when it's all done. Tia Diahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10622901192302670927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-32031067637496248782014-03-31T20:06:40.444-04:002014-03-31T20:06:40.444-04:00I love that stuff! I wish they sold it in all sort...I love that stuff! I wish they sold it in all sorts of colors at fabric stores like they used to. When they changed to that stiff poly crappo that was the end for me!Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-75721602690931232872014-03-31T19:43:29.199-04:002014-03-31T19:43:29.199-04:00The pattern is a testimony to your advance plannin...The pattern is a testimony to your advance planning. I can't wait to see the finished garment. You put so much thought into whatever you make. It's starting to rub off on me :) I am actually using the rayon seam binding that was in my grandmother's sewing basket.pattychttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12794698451921706705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-28430316653313230862014-03-31T15:13:28.408-04:002014-03-31T15:13:28.408-04:00Thank you for your kind words. I will take this on...Thank you for your kind words. I will take this one step at a time. I will try to post the pics of the pattern pieces in my next post, probably this upcoming weekend. The only adjustments I have done to this pattern at all so far are to do a pivot and slide on the bodice fronts and bodice backs to add in a bit over an additional inch. I use Nancy Zieman's method which has you trace the original piece and then start with the pivoting and sliding. Her books on fit are great so you may want to check one out from the library before you start. They make a great addition to your sewing library.<br /><br />I have done nothing so far to alter the depth of the neckline. This is very low cut and more than likely will show your bra band if left as is. Because I am going to only wear this as a jumper I've made no adjustment there. <br /><br />The skirt is going in exactly as the pattern requires, no alterations. The lining is eventually attached and is much shorter than the dress so it pulls up the hem with a balloon effect. In my pic that is not done yet and I really like the length and the way it is falling. We will see what happens when the very pleated front goes on. <br /><br />Bias seams have been stabilized with selvedge from the lining fabric, a static free poly. <br /><br />This dress would be lovely in a lawn or voile. A word about the lining. It is simpler and doesn't have all the pleating and such going on. It just hangs from the bodice pieces. it shouldn't add bulk to the skirt area. <br /><br />Hope this all helps and thank you for commenting and visiting. Greatly appreciated. <br />Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-88311503926727338202014-03-31T13:41:16.116-04:002014-03-31T13:41:16.116-04:00I have had this pattern in my drawer since it firs...I have had this pattern in my drawer since it first came out and I knew I would need a FBA and kept putting it off even though I really wanted to make it, so I am thrilled you have figured it all out. If it wouldn't be too much trouble, I was wondering if you would post pictures of the original pattern piece you adjusted for the FBA and then the one where I can see exactly where you drew the lines for the pivot and slide and how you added to the underarm. I want to be able to wear it without a t-shirt under it if I can. Did you re-draft the skirt? It is really pretty, I think I like it better without the frill. Looking at the pattern pieces I am confused how you got it to that shape with the pattern pieces in the envelope. Did you stabilize all the bias seams with tape before sewing? Now my last question, you mention the layers and the bulk they create. I have a piece of Liberty print (lawn) I have wanted to use for a summer dress for a long time and I would underline it with batiste, do you think it would have enough body? <br />Thank you for all the great info you post, I can't tell you the number of times I refer to your site. I love heirloom sewing for children (I have 4 wee grandsons that I wouldn't change for the world but it would be so much fun to have a granddaughter). I was allowed to make their Christening gowns and will be making them white linen shirts for a picture this summer, but I also love seeing what you do for your grandkids. I have no friends that share my passion for sewing (my Mom passed away a number of years ago and she was the only one who loved it as much as me), so it is wonderful to have this site where there is so much talent and creativity. Thank you for all your expertise and time. dollsntpartyshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12365032683653082479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-90504662409971063772014-03-31T13:35:16.580-04:002014-03-31T13:35:16.580-04:00It's coming together very nicely, Bunny. I am...It's coming together very nicely, Bunny. I am amazed at all the pieces. It's like a puzzle. lolAngela Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08288387417097722899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-73955285292968558172014-03-31T12:42:17.072-04:002014-03-31T12:42:17.072-04:00And tons of bias, too!
And tons of bias, too!<br />Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-52923637068129341792014-03-31T12:41:45.220-04:002014-03-31T12:41:45.220-04:00That's it! Thanks for the research, SJ!That's it! Thanks for the research, SJ!Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-27939768999090248662014-03-31T12:07:19.313-04:002014-03-31T12:07:19.313-04:00Something like http://www.albertzoll.com/product_i...Something like http://www.albertzoll.com/product_info.php?products_id=2181&osCsid=08fb0eddba0fb56ef6e210e4f86ff161. Lots of this out there, in square and triangular shapes.SJ Kurtzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04871599515352715171noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-75531351623854020712014-03-31T12:04:48.831-04:002014-03-31T12:04:48.831-04:00And it has pockets. Pleats, gathers, sideways inse...And it has pockets. Pleats, gathers, sideways insertions AND pockets. What is the expression: "you have it all going on" ? In this dress, you do.SJ Kurtzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04871599515352715171noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-84918936310105774572014-03-31T08:34:32.786-04:002014-03-31T08:34:32.786-04:00Looking good with the added fabric! Nothing like u...Looking good with the added fabric! Nothing like using colored thread markers for not losing your place and tearing your hair out!!! ha ha The directions look a little scary but you have this tiger tamed for sure...love the fabric choices too...you go girl!mrsmolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16329515914613595719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-40213696486263008422014-03-31T07:48:50.327-04:002014-03-31T07:48:50.327-04:00Just want to say that if you follow the directions...Just want to say that if you follow the directions this goes together perfectly. I have had no problems. It is beautifully drafted and rather genius. Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-89745585064966457392014-03-31T07:47:31.909-04:002014-03-31T07:47:31.909-04:00I have a bunch that I picked up years ago in a buc...I have a bunch that I picked up years ago in a bucket at a little fabric store in NH. No brand, just pick your color. They look like little slabs and are shiny. There are similar markers out of chalk. They look exactly the same. Mark a dark fabric and iron and see if it disappears. The chalk types don't disappear and need a lot of rubbing to come off, if they do. The wax disappear perfectly. HTHs. Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-81763656493170998602014-03-31T06:24:21.585-04:002014-03-31T06:24:21.585-04:00Can you elaborate on the wax marker that you used?...Can you elaborate on the wax marker that you used? Brand? I have a pattern I'd love to make up, but the pleats are making me sweat. Thank you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08126043161321731207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-57512652722518047762014-03-31T00:40:02.272-04:002014-03-31T00:40:02.272-04:00This is certainly a challenge, and one you will ma...This is certainly a challenge, and one you will master :)<br />Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03517527498809073174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-31216944451112572082014-03-31T00:30:08.157-04:002014-03-31T00:30:08.157-04:00Looks like a geometry problem Bunny, but you can c...Looks like a geometry problem Bunny, but you can can certainly manage it! Looking forward to seeing another of your lovely creations!Marishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09284114112543820968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-33903187293978211282014-03-30T21:49:18.951-04:002014-03-30T21:49:18.951-04:00Wow, that DOES look complicated! I look forward t...Wow, that DOES look complicated! I look forward to seeing the completed dress.Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11718137744623626322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-5149524569417956602014-03-30T21:44:54.374-04:002014-03-30T21:44:54.374-04:00Looks pretty complicated. And I might add, it is e...Looks pretty complicated. And I might add, it is evident that you have it under control,Linda Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08345674465845908156noreply@blogger.com