Tutus That Dance
Bodice #2103
Bodice #2103
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Description
Description
Category II
- Flattering bodice designed with open neckline.
- Scoop or sweetheart neckline options.
- Detailed pattern includes bust and waist lines marked for accurate fitting.
- Includes frill sleeve pattern and notes on how to attach them,
- Also included, how to measure and fit for open necklines.
- The center front comes to a narrow point at the waist.
- 10 piece bodice: 6 panels front, 4 panels back.
- Assumed basic bodice construction knowledge. If needed, purchase (separately) #001 Instructions on bodice construction.
INSTANT Downloadable PDF Pattern
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Fabric/Notions/Supplies
Fabric/Notions/Supplies
- Fashion Fabric (54" wide) : Tightly woven: brocade, Bengaline etc.
- Sizes A-D approx. 3/4 yard
- Sizes Girls-Tweens approx. 2/3 yard
- Lining Fabric (54" wide) : Coutil, heavy cotton
- Sizes A-D approx. 3/4 yard
- Sizes Girls-Tweens approx. 2/3 yard
Piping Cord: 2.5-3 yards
Boning and Casing as needed
Nude Shoulder Elastic: 2/3 - 1 yard
Hooks and Bars: 5-#3's, 2-#6's
Frills: 1/3 yard
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All I've done so far is trace out and grade the pattern for all the different sizes that I have to make. I have a suggestion that can help future sewists. on three of the bodice pieces you have one set of lines for the set in sleeves and one set for the over the shoulder flounce. On one side the line and dashed sewing line are black, and on the other side the line and dashed line are grey. It is very confusing this way. All the dark black lines should be for one option, and the grey for the other. Or simply make separate bodice pieces entirely.
I have been skimming the directions and they seem very clear and easy to follow (coming from someone who follows patterns a lot, so take that with a grain of salt I suppose :). I have, however, come across several typos and grammatical errors. If you would like, I could mark up my copy of the directions and show you where those are if you want to fix them for future copies (I'm an annoying nerd that way).
My last suggestion; I like how you say which boning you prefer etc., it would be nice to include links or store titles where someone could order supplies online, where there are quality products, or maybe shops to avoid where poor quality products have been found? Not necessary, but might be nice.
Anyway, thank you, and maybe I can review again after actually sewing it all up!
The top edge "swoop" was tricky to get smooth the first time at MF and SF seam, but it's my new favorite pattern now! Doing a whole corps of these and can't wait to see them on stage.