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Hi Kate,

since I'm going to work with (crinkle) chiffon I thought I might look into your pages; you did a couple of floaties, I remember. However, 'Dressing Janneane' shows only seams that 'don't take a lot of weight' while the 'lilac layers' have no longer any 'how to' with them. My question: How can I make the shoulder seams of the tunic (remember, this pattern

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,with necessary adjustments to my shape, and long sleeves). I thought that Itry close fitting sleeves and might insert godets into the body (?) for ahandkerchief edge. I can't express myself any better since I'm too excited,but I think you know what I mean. Of course I'll ask the teacher in sewingclass, but she sometimes likes to overdo things, and in any way I love toget a second opinion, especially from somebody who has so much experiencewith tricky fabrics like you. Thank you for your help in advance, especiallysince you have so much on your plate these days. U.

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Ursula Schrader
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Once you have the basic pattern fitting as you want, the way to make the shoulder seams less vulnerable is to serge a 1/4" (5mm) seam tape (cotton tape) in with the stitching. That takes the strain for you.

To do the handkerchief hem I ould just flate the top a bit more from under the bustline and cut it to a flattering point front and back..

I toile things like this in cheap voile curtain fabric. :)

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Kate XXXXXX

Or, if the fabric is stretchy and you want it to retain some stretch, re-enforce the shoulder seams with clear elastic:

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I see that done in cotton knit tops a lot. The clear elastic is very thin and almost disappears.

NAYY,

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BEI Design

Actually, that clear elastic does disappear. I used it for the wrists and ankles of doll dresses about a dozen years ago and we've noticed that after a while it is gone, simply gone. Do you suppose it's biodegraded itself? Maybe they've improved the formula for making it and surely Ursula's not going to go play in the sandbox with her new 'do' so it really doesn't matter. Polly

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Polly Esther

I've used clear elastic for years, on all types of knits for shoulder seams &/ or any seam that might not hold its shape like swim wear for the grandchildren, plus varied & sundry other items. Its always worked well for me. In fact, I used some this week to do some repairs on some undies.

I'll have to ask DGD who lives in SC about her doll's pajamas I made in

2001, when I was living near by and babysat her part-time for 6-months on days her Mom worked and till her Dad finished his studies in pre-natal care.

Emily

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E Bengston

I'm not sure if toiling is possible. However, I found - 'Click on Kate's Pages and explore!' (and don't panic) - the how-to I remembered in the learning zone. The rolled seams on the overlock look really terrific and I'm tempted to try them, once the hustle with the pattern is over. Your solution with just flaring the top without inserting anything and cutting a flattering point front and back sounds tempting, but I'm not sure if it will create the desired effect. The link below shows a sketch and also the fabrics.

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Today I talked with Monika on the phone, after mailing her my sketches and we didn't seem to understand each other at all. It may have to do something with the fact that in the background DD was whining with her latest fever attack (all new and fresh from today on! With compliments of the house. :-( )

I am somewhat at a loss what to do - I have to get the kid out of the way first, so nothing will happen until tonight. At least I could get some sleep, which makes the evening as working time possible.

U.

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Ursula Schrader

Ah yes, the elastic stuff - I had just noticed that in a RTW tunic made from some rayon knit and wondered if that might be the thing. However, although I, indeed, don't play in sandboxes if I can help it and if, certainly not in my bestest posh frock, the fact that the stuff dissolves over the years, I strongly doubt that I will use it. I'll probably use something more durable and - alas - more visible.

U.

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Ursula Schrader

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