Friday Sews - indigo dress and sewing plans
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- čas přidán 9. 09. 2024
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Becky, have you considered that at your sewing socials maybe that would be a great time for you guys to bring the patterns that you’re struggling with fit issues and as a group you can sort it out. Maybe trace the pattern and do tissue fitting at your socials and then you can work out the areas that are having problems in that tissue before you actually cut out thepattern in your fabric. It would give you group input and all of you can work together at problem-solving, the fit issues.
I absolutely take the ones I struggle with as they are the best kind - I have made this pattern so many times, I have no idea why this one has gone so wrong x
Love the fabric for your dress. I find adding ties into the side, to bring the waist in, makes a difference.
The hinterland by sew liberated if you cut the front on the fold (to take out the placket) is a similar dress to the indigo. I also think the fit seems to work for most people. I’ve made three of the placket free and I’d make again. X
I have a sw liberated pattern x
Hi Bec. I'm here and I'm watching!
Thank you x
I feel for you _such beautiful fabric! You were quite happy with the top section in the morning and you were looking forward to wearing the completed dress. And the top section looked lovely on you. But you were not happy when the skirt was attached. Was it the gathers that messed with the fabulous print? But you will be able to make spectacular
With your talent and sewing knowledge, I'm sure you can re make it into something spectacular
I am going to persevere and get it sorted x
Hi Becky. I used to have that fit issue because I would choose a size based around my bust size and not my neck and shoulder size. To fix the problem I now use my upper bust size (and adjust for the cup size the pattern has been drafted for) and do a large bust adjustment. Hope this helps you.
Thank you x
Have you thought about trying darts at the base of the top. Pointing up towards bust/neckline That will make waist smaller and you could gather skirt more to fit or take some fabric out of the skirt and refit
I was thinking of taking it apart and taking some inches off, but darts are also a great idea x
Thank you for the lovely mention and I really hope you love your Everyday Dress! So sorry about the TATB Indigo- have you tried the Merchant and Mills Ellis and Hattie pattern? Have a wonderful sewing weekend away! ❤
Aah Bec’s the dress does look look big such a shame the print is stunning made up, hopefully you’ll come up with a rescue plan have fun at the sewing retreat look forward to hearing about it 🥰🤗💕💕
Bless ya! It’s so frustrating isn’t it 😢. They’re quite big pattern pieces so hopefully you could use the fabric to make a sleeveless Lyra shirt hack maybe? Have an amazing weekend. Can’t wait to see what you all got up to ❤
I have a few ideas 😊 although it’s going in the naughty corner for a few days x
The peppermint magazine has a very similar dress but the bardon dress is the closest I can find? The fabric is lovely.
Oooh that’s good to know thank you x
I am also copying Amelia with the same fabric with an Indigo dress with AA Anthea puffy sleeves! As soon as I saw her dress, I bought the fabric and paid premium plus overseas shipping for it! I HAD to have it. It will be my birthday dress! This fabric makes me so happy. ❤🎉 Amelia and you are both so inspiring!
If you love the Indigo, thy the MN Sudley dress. It is one of my TNT patterns!
Ahhh thank you x
Can’t wait to see your Belle dress- have a fab weekend x
Ahhh thanks - just about to start the coat 😊 x
So sorry about your dress. I felt so sorry for you. I am sure you can rescue it and make something amazing ❤. Have a wonderful retreat and have lots of fun and sewing x
I will, it’s so important I share the disasters though x
@@whatbecsews I couldn’t agree more. It makes us feel much better 👍😂
Oh I am sure you can save that gorgeous fabric xx enjoy all your fun weekend plans lovely x
Thank you x
Ooo sewing retreat!! Amazing have a fabulous weekend very jealous wish I had sewing friends! Enjoy xxxx
Thanks x
That’s such a shame Becki, the fabric is beautiful, I bet you’re gutted. I love the flower buttons for your dress.❤😊
I am gutted but I am going to persevere with it x
I hope you have a fabulous weekend sewing and socializing. I like the first set of buttons the best.
Thank you x
Great vlog as always the fabric is great on the dress you are making I would un pick the sleeve add a dart on waist and dart from sleeve up to towards the neck that will get rid of some excess keep going you will get there enjoy your weekend ❤❤
It’s been put to one side for a few days lol x
Fabric looks gorgeous on you, I’m sure you’ll fix it x
I wonder if you would like Cashmerette patterns. they draft for curvier shapes and take into account things like narrow shoulders with a larger bust and tend to be a bit more fitted silhouettes in general. Just an idea--i'm a member of the IBTC so i have no personal knowledge of the company.
I have never tried their patterns, but I will take a look x
Hi Becs, such a shame about your indigo, I love the pattern and don't have to make adjustments for my body type. However, I do have some suggestions for your body type. The Rosa dress by rosary apparel, I think, may give you what you want. This is a little more fitted than the indigo, but it gives a very similar look. I think the differences are darts in the bodice hem. That being said, would a couple of darts back and front not help to take the bulk out of the bodice? Then re attach the skirt to the slimmed down bodice. Hope this helps and you get your lovely dress sorted 😊
I redrafted the neckline pattern to come in half inch on each side, which brings the shoulders in a little, then did the narrow shoulder adjustment from there, it did work! Also I always take it in enough so that it still goes over my head and bustline so that way it looks more fitted! I've had disasters with that pattern 😢 but think got it right the last couple of times x
Thank you, some great advise x
for your TATB dress, try the slim ties in the waist area trick and tie in the back loosely to bring it in. think it’s not too bad, I think it’s too long in the upper bust for you vertically. You’d need to mess with the sleeve opening also to fit there correctly. I’m a pear shape but tall (5’11”) and I need to adjust my shoulders/upper bust often.
To be fair I would normally add ties but I need to adjust this x
Hello lovely lady. I have made a million versions of the 'Meet you there' dress by Pattern Emporium. Its very simple and great value for money as so may variations. There is a great video of the designer showing you all her variations here on you tube. I recommend the sea change jump suit too. Wear the tie belt slightly loose and allow the knot or bow to pull the tie down at the front creating a lovely V shape, it lengthens your torso and and makes you look lovely and slender! Do the same on the meet you there dress too!! I would also be interested to here if you have tried any of the love notions patters. I have had great success with there patterns because she draughts for different bust sizes. Best of luck.🌼
Ooo I will take a look at that x
Awww, what a shame about your dress Beccy, the fabric is absolutely stunning. I’m sure you’ll be able to salvage it though. Can’t wait to see the finished product 😄 Have a great weekend ❤❤
Thank you x
Sorry to be a pain but you didn't add pics of the Belle dress. I've looked it up but not sure it's the same one. And not listed below. Love your fabric choices. I look forward to seeing the dress. 😊
It is the Belle dress by style arc x
You could add some neck darts see the Merchant & Mills, The Ellis & Hattie Pattern for example. Remove the skirt from the bodice and take in the side seams on both. The fabric is too nice to waste. Good luck. 💌
Yes that’s a great idea d
Your fabric 😍😍😍😍hope you get to make what you’ve got planned this weekend! I’m going to a sewcial on Sunday so planning to take something easy so I can chat 😂
Thank - enjoy your social x
What an absolute bummer about the fit of your Indigo dress. I have exactly the same fabric in my stash and I can’t decide between the Indigo or the Lyra to make with it. Enjoy your sewing retreat.
Thank you 😊 x
I really feel for you, would you take it apart and try and rescue it? It’s lovelly fabric suits you x
I will rescue ❤️❤️
Have you got enough left to make a waist tie? You can make some of the loops that tilly does for the lyra dress. Looking forward to seeing your retreat footage. Adele mentioned abakhan, we're going to Shrewsbury in May for the Bridgetown ball so planning to visit that one too. Have an amazing weekend xxx
We went to Stoke on Trent 😊 it was fab…. So much fabric 😂😂😂
It is a shame about the Indigo but please don’t waste that gorgeous fabric. I am sure you can get advice to take it in and salvage it. Your weekend sounds fantastic. Hope it is productive and you have a wonderful time. I definitely have FOMO. 😊 Lynne
It won’t be wasted I promise x
I’m so sorry that your indigo dress didn’t work out. 😢 Luckily the dress is just a few large pieces so hopefully you can come up with another make in which to use that glorious fabric. Perhaps you can save the sleeves and make a blouse? Have a fab time on the retreat! I’m eager to see all the vlogs! 🥰
I am going to have a play with it and see what I can do x
I’ve had same fitting issue with the Indigo … made it for plus size daughter (adult)… did narrow shoulder, moved dart, added lots to bodice length … never did get worn so re homed the pattern now
I have made it before and not had the same problems 😂😂😂
The round buttons
Could you try a belt to cinch it in and have a more blouson look at the top? Sorry it's gone wrong- I feel your disappointment! I was really interested in what you said about the fabric this month in the subscription box - I had the same reaction and still am unsure of what I might make with it. I think we know when things are really not for us. But your Tokyo print is amazing Have a great weekend.
I think I am going to take it apart and put it back together again 😊
Thank you for the Kofi - as Adele and I don’t drink it went towards a meal yesterday when we were shopping x
Oh no Beci, that's such a shame as that fabric is amazing. I think I would unpick and resize to a smaller size. It's too nice a fabric to waste. Maybe you need to size down and do an FBA Beci?
Have an amazing weekend.
This is the plan - when I am ready to pull it out the naughty corner x
Re the indigo - for me your lovely raj dress where you altered the neckline, and the new craft house everyday dresses are better very similar dresses. Personally I gave up on the indigo because I couldn’t get the fit of the bodice right for me. I’m sure you can retrieve the Tokyo nights dress though! I love that fabric, I made a stitch sisters kaftan in it.
Yeah I am tempted to give up on the pattern (need to fix this one) x
You must rescue that dress Bec’s because the fabric really suits you,as it is the dress is very oversized.I know that you will make it work and it will look wonderful. Do have a great time with Adelle and then you can tell us all about what you get up to.Have fun.🌹🌹🌹
I will
Rescue x
Becs you could ask Adele about the Hinterland Dress I have made it and mine was quite fitted at the top and loose below the bust. and I know Adele has made it too. It's very similar to the Indigo but has a button down front. which you can do full front or just top. I think the fabric you used is an issue as well...ask me how I know. I made a Saguaro Set in that material base for my granddaughter and it stretched slightly. Hope you all have a great time at your retreat.
Came here to suggest the Hinterland too! It’s a versatile pattern that can be made up with buttons all the way down the front, half way down or none at all. It comes with 3/4, short or no sleeves at all. The Indigo pattern is my Nemisis as it nearly put me off sewing for life. One version is languishing in the naughty drawer three years later and although I made a second version that fit (out of sheer obstinacy) I will never touch it again! I love the Tokyo Nights fabric and it really suits you. I made a Matchy Matchy Club Collage top from it and it looks great. You’ve probably got enough fabric in your Indigo to make it!
Make an Obi belt if you have any fabric left try an ordinary belt first see if it looks better .
The round clear and blue buttons with the ridge not the flowers
Thank you x
I haven’t made a TATB pattern before but just wondering if you could choose your size based on your upper bust and then do a full bust adjustment to accommodate the girls? Quite a few indie pattern companies have you choose your size based on upper bust measurements and I’ve even seen it for Vogue patterns. Also, the Pattern Emporium Meet You There Dress looks like it could be similar with a scoop neckline and tiers which you could make whatever length you want. There are other patterns available in their range with other sleeve styles that can be used with that pattern as well to give more style options. Good luck rescuing your beautiful fabric.
Not on this pattern , I have made a few of her patterns including this one - I have no idea what I have done on this x
What a shame about your gorgeous fabric 😢. Hope you manage to rescue it and get the joy of wearing it soon xxx
Thank you x
Have a wonderful time at the retreat, lovely :) Take your Indigo with you, I think the back is too big & between you all you could soon have that sorted! It's so gorgeous, it'll be beautiful if you can find a way to feel comfy in it. The ties are a good idea, and maybe take the back in somehow. Good Luck, and have a lot of fun! :) xXx
Thank you x
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Pattern Emporium has a pattern very similar, I think it’s called Meet you there Dress. I have the same problem with fitting. I had to make a front seam on the bodice to bring it in so it wasn’t so baggy 😒
I was tempted by that dress May give it a miss then x
@@whatbecsewssorry with that pattern I didn’t have to change it, it was all good. I have tried other patterns which had darts etc in them but found they were gapping at front and instead of fiddling I just added a seam in the front and stitched on either side of the seam to make it sort of decorative and looking like it was part of the pattern in case some eagle eyed person saw it 😆and also when its a busy pattern you don’t really notice it. I think my problem is the same as you, top bust is smaller than bust size plus for the love of it I can not get my head around doing a full bust adjustment, I try to use patterns that already have done it for me 😂
What a shame the dress does look too big. Have you tried sizing down and doing a full bust adjustment. Love your vlogs you remind me so much of my daughter who unfortunately doesn't sew lol. Have a great weekend ❤
I know - I have actually sized down lol, I’m not sure what I have done lol I will play with it and make it wearable x
So sorry about your dress Becki, that’s so frustrating after the work you put in. I also have shoulder issues in Tilly patterns, maybe she needs a different block as lots of people seem to have the same issue. Could you add some waist ties to the dress to bring it in a bit? I add them in to most of my indigo’s & it helps to bring the waistline in a bit so it’s not looking as roomy. Good luck & I hope you have a fab weekend x
I am gonna play when I am ready to go back to it 😂
Sew some shirring elastic round the neck? Might be a stupid idea bit I've done it on a few low necklines 🙂
I think I will take it apart and cut it down but shirring is a great idea x
Awe thats such a shame about your indigo, hope you manage to rescue it, maybe a fba and a smaller size? I've given up with tatb patterns as I like you always have problems with the wide shoulders, I don't have time to faff lol xx
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Aww what a pity about your dress. I agree with it being way too big. It swamps you. Tbh I think you do look loads better in more fitted styles.
I do prefer more fitted x
Such a shame about your dress. Could you bear to take it apart and just make it a bit smaller around the neckline? One dress that I have made similar to the Indigo is the Anna Allan Demeter dress which has a lovely deep scoop neck on it. I have only made it once and it did come out a bit big but I made it in double gauze which always grows a bit!
Yes I will try x