You should measure the pattern pieces – as I was exhorted by EmSewCrazy of Tumbleweeds in the Wind, in my earlier post complaining about sizing. That will help you figure out what size is bes...
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If you have to do FBAs, then you will definitely need to make some adjustments. (See my post on Japanese pattern book sizing for more
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fit well. I’m nearly 5′ 8″ (172 cm) and have a 38″ bust. See my post on Japanese sewing book sizing for more info on
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If you have to do FBAs, then you will definitely need to make some adjustments. (See my post on Japanese pattern book sizing for more
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and from EmSewCrazy of Tumbleweeds in the Wind, you must measure the pattern pieces (see my post Japanese Pattern Sizing,which explains this in more
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I traced size L – the largest size – the skirt (pattern T in the book). There is no XL in this book. (For more on sizing, see my post Japanese Pattern Book Sizing.)
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In reply to Annette. Yes! I'm going to make a dress from Stylish Dress Book. Need to muslin first though!
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So have you decided yet what to make with the cotton lawn? ! Annette
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In reply to :: stoffbüro ::. How nice to be able to pick a smaller size! I really like that cotton lawn, t...
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In reply to seamsoddlouise. Yes, I'm excited to get going! Nice to know you like the Stylish Dress series, ...
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In reply to EmSewCrazy. Yes, thanks so much for giving me the push I needed to measure the pieces! I'm very...
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Yey, so glad you are going to sew up some Japanese patterns. I love the stylish dress books. my favourite!
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