- regardless of the number of times you have used a chemical product, whether it be a permanent wave, relaxer or even a hair color product, ALWAYS re-read and follow the manufacturer's directions.
Can you imagine my surprise when I tried on the skirt and it was a smidgen too tight? What the what? It was only then that I decided to take a peek at the independent pattern's direction booklet. Doggoneit!, 3/8" seam allowances rather than the traditional 5/8" used for Big 4 patterns. The skirt has 5 seams so when I used 5/8" allowances I decreased the size of the skirt by 1 1/4" overall (if my math is correct). Well whether it's correct or not, the skirt is too tight!
Guess the teacher should have heeded her own advice - even when it comes to sewing. Re-read the directions. Needless to say, there's a whole lot of un-sewing going on here and my skirt project has been delayed. My new seam ripper is really coming in handy right now...
I know that feeling. I recently made a KwikSew tunic and the seam allowance was 1/4 inch. I couldn't believe it--thought surely this is a misprint. I am so glad I didn't serge. Ahh, seam rippers, a sewist's best friend.
ReplyDeleteSo very right Robin.
DeleteSorry Miss Faye! I had the same thing happened to me in the same exact manner and yes, it is a great lesson for all
ReplyDeleteYep, you are right I always say to myself "if you had read the instruction you would have known"
DeleteI hate it when I'm responsible for my own blunders. I guess we all are. But thanks for pointing that out. We can all use a bit of double checking with our projects. Hope that skirt is a keeper!
ReplyDeleteSo right Bunny. I think it's going to be a keeper because I really do like the fabric.
DeleteWhat is that expression about having to learn mistakes for yourself? Sometimes it doesn't sink in til it actually happens to you. :)
ReplyDeleteYou are so very right Kyle.
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