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Style Arc Sewing Pattern - Gertrude Designer Dress Sizes 04-16 MLDW061S

Q: I am new to sewing not sure how to cut this pattern out. Help please

I’m back & have the pattern at hand. I haven’t used it yet, though I like the style. Looking at the pattern pieces, this pattern is not for the faint of heart. One reason I have not tackled it yet. Compound by the fact that my directions are VERY sketchy. I bought a PDF of it. In any pattern follow the straight-of-grain lines (the same direction of the two woven edges). Assume the selvedges (woven edges, not the cut ends) are folded together so you’re cutting two pieces at the same time. Using a tape measure, measure from each end of the grain line marked on the pattern to the selvedge edges. Make sure the measurements are exactly the same. This assures that the pattern piece(s) are on the straight grain and the fabric hangs on your body properly. I agree with you. You should start with a dress with more simple lines and fewer pieces. I’m originally self taught. You can do this. Now there is You Tube instruction. Start with simple patterns first. A simple dress without buttons, a gathered skirt, pull pants. Then graduate to more involved designs. Try some Palmer/Pletsch patterns from Butterick. They give detailed easier directions. Here are a few suggestions: Butterick 6854, McCalls 7969 , McCalls 8248. Best of luck to you. Let me know if I can be of any further help. It’s not a fast journey you’re on, but one that is extremely satisfying. I’m now tackling making Chanel type jackets, whose assembly is completely different than standard garment construction. But since I don’t have a spare $25,000 to buy one, I’m happy to make one myself. Sandra Millett

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