Using Cotton-Blend (but not knit) Fabric with a Pattern Intended for Knits - The Sew Weekly Sewing Circle2024-03-28T12:16:23Zhttp://circle.sewweekly.com/forum/topics/using-cotton-blend-but-not-knit-fabric-with-a-pattern-intended-1?feed=yes&xn_auth=noI think it's doable. You will…tag:circle.sewweekly.com,2012-01-30:6365347:Comment:1256252012-01-30T19:35:11.914ZMeghttp://circle.sewweekly.com/profile/Meg
<p>I think it's doable. You will probably need a zipper and I would cut yours a little bigger and then adjust for fit. Some other problems I have had are the armholes and neck are too snug, so remember to watch for that.</p>
<p>I think it's doable. You will probably need a zipper and I would cut yours a little bigger and then adjust for fit. Some other problems I have had are the armholes and neck are too snug, so remember to watch for that.</p> I'll cut the largest on the p…tag:circle.sewweekly.com,2012-01-28:6365347:Comment:1250792012-01-28T05:40:42.510ZJoannhttp://circle.sewweekly.com/profile/Joann
<p>I'll cut the largest on the pattern, then do whatever it takes to get around the girls. I make mock-ups from low-end fabric to make sure of pattern fit. It's a different full-bust solution for each pattern, so far. I didn't used to have to do this. Such a pain. I love the little sweetheart-ish bra shape, too! The reason ditching the knit with this pattern *should* work is there are no darts: the bust cup is created by Piece 1, a side-ways bell-shape, being squinched together with some…</p>
<p>I'll cut the largest on the pattern, then do whatever it takes to get around the girls. I make mock-ups from low-end fabric to make sure of pattern fit. It's a different full-bust solution for each pattern, so far. I didn't used to have to do this. Such a pain. I love the little sweetheart-ish bra shape, too! The reason ditching the knit with this pattern *should* work is there are no darts: the bust cup is created by Piece 1, a side-ways bell-shape, being squinched together with some gathering at the center. To my mind, a squinched bust cup is a squinched bust cup, regardless of fiber structure, depending, of course, on thickness and squish-ability of the material. I guess I'll see and let you know.</p> Ooo... I really like that nec…tag:circle.sewweekly.com,2012-01-27:6365347:Comment:1249742012-01-27T04:29:08.913ZTina Crossgrovehttp://circle.sewweekly.com/profile/TinaCrossgrove
<p>Ooo... I really like that neckline! Will you cut it a size larger, you think?</p>
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<p>Ooo... I really like that neckline! Will you cut it a size larger, you think?</p>
<p></p> Funny, I'm having exactly thi…tag:circle.sewweekly.com,2012-01-27:6365347:Comment:1252182012-01-27T00:26:27.543ZJoannhttp://circle.sewweekly.com/profile/Joann
<p>Funny, I'm having exactly this dilemma with <a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-1851-plus-size-dresses.aspx" target="_blank">Simplicity 2947</a> - it's stretch knit but the fabric I love on sale in nearly this exact tropical print is linen. But now that I've read this post, I may just take a dive (or make a muslin. hmm...)</p>
<p>Funny, I'm having exactly this dilemma with <a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-1851-plus-size-dresses.aspx" target="_blank">Simplicity 2947</a> - it's stretch knit but the fabric I love on sale in nearly this exact tropical print is linen. But now that I've read this post, I may just take a dive (or make a muslin. hmm...)</p> I imagine if I usually do a F…tag:circle.sewweekly.com,2012-01-25:6365347:Comment:1248552012-01-25T18:50:49.469ZTina Crossgrovehttp://circle.sewweekly.com/profile/TinaCrossgrove
<p>I imagine if I usually do a FBA, I should also do one on this pattern? </p>
<p>I imagine if I usually do a FBA, I should also do one on this pattern? </p> If you're using a knit on a p…tag:circle.sewweekly.com,2012-01-25:6365347:Comment:1248162012-01-25T08:13:29.219ZAimie Lockwoodhttp://circle.sewweekly.com/profile/AimieLockwood
<p>If you're using a knit on a pattern that isn't meant for stretchy fabrics you make a size smaller. If you are using something not stretchy on a knit pattern you make the size bigger. I've done it both ways a few times and it seems to work pretty good. I've had to make a few smaller alterations, but nothing to major. </p>
<p>If you're using a knit on a pattern that isn't meant for stretchy fabrics you make a size smaller. If you are using something not stretchy on a knit pattern you make the size bigger. I've done it both ways a few times and it seems to work pretty good. I've had to make a few smaller alterations, but nothing to major. </p> Ah... I remember reading that…tag:circle.sewweekly.com,2012-01-25:6365347:Comment:1244972012-01-25T02:52:23.495ZTina Crossgrovehttp://circle.sewweekly.com/profile/TinaCrossgrove
<p>Ah... I remember reading that now!</p>
<p>Ah... I remember reading that now!</p> I think the pattern that Mena…tag:circle.sewweekly.com,2012-01-24:6365347:Comment:1239492012-01-24T21:36:17.505ZChristinehttp://circle.sewweekly.com/profile/whatsupcupcake
<p>I think the pattern that Mena actually did this week was intended for knits? She mentioned something about going a size or two up. I haven't tried it yet but had an 'ah-ha!' moment when I read that. </p>
<p>I think the pattern that Mena actually did this week was intended for knits? She mentioned something about going a size or two up. I haven't tried it yet but had an 'ah-ha!' moment when I read that. </p>