I've agreed to participate in Tulsa's Designer Showcase again this year. I always feel honored to be part of showcase homes, although it is hectic and pressure-driven. This year's venue is for a "boutique hotel". I've been given the task of making a king-sized duvet, 10 pillows, and some sort of window treatment. I've completed all but the window treatment. When I have a chance to take some photos, I will post them here.
I've also been working on several projects for another designer (who lives 3 hours away) in a town south of Oklahoma City. I find it fascinating that she can acquire so much business out in the middle of what seems like no-where. In the land of cowboys and oil-men, she helps refine their decor. I am so glad to know her! She brings me many fun projects to work on.
Tunic pattern: I have finally purchased Butterick pattern 5465. I have looked over the guide sheet and will next prepare the pattern for cutting. I am going to cut the tissue and do some minor alterations to the pattern. I have a couple of fitting issues that are easily addressed on the sewing pattern before cutting into the fabric. For instance, I am short-waisted. This means my rib-cage area is shorter than what the pattern is drafted for. How do I know this? By taking this measurement.....
It's probably not obvious to see, but I am wearing a necklace to help me determine the spot to measure from on the back of my neck.
I have compared my neck to waist measurement to the Body Measurement chart on the guide sheet. It gives the back waist length for your size. Compare, and if yours is shorter (or longer), I will show you what to do.
Another alteration that I'm sure I will have to address is that my shoulders are slightly "forward thrust" (which means I round my shoulders to the front a bit). Yes, I should work on my posture, but more easily I can alter my pattern.
My next post, I will show you how I altered the pattern and do a test fit with the tissue.
Til then, Happy Sewing!
Roberta
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