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> betsey wrote:
> I just took a look at the additional information on your
> pattern. It says:
> "All sizes have 4" of ease at the bust or chest, which is
> considered to be fitted."
> Which means that the size 24 pattern (46" bust) is about
> 46"+4"=3D50". =A0In order for you to have 4" of ease you have to
> create a pattern which is 49"+4"=3D53" at the chest. =A0Adding
> 3" to the chest circumference is *possible*. =A0Note that you
> may have to make different adjustments to the
> waist/length/etc.
> In addition, the pattern description says:
> "We recommend using mediumweight woven or stable knit
> fabrics with 10-15% crosswise stretch (10" of fabric
> stretches to 11" to 15"). =A0This pattern can be made from
> non-stretch fabrics, but please note that the fit will then
> be more snug."
> So if your fabric is non-stretch woven, you'll have to add
> *additional* ease for a comfortable fit, especially
> important across the back so that you can move your arms
> forward without constriction.
> I really think you would be better off starting with a
> pattern in your size, and making alterations for style.
> HTH,
> Beverly

I ordered the simplicity pattern <grin>. I think it's a better way to
start for my "first" one. after that, I can get brave! <grin>

> wrote:
> > betsey wrote:
> > I just took a look at the additional information on your
> > pattern. It says:
> > "All sizes have 4" of ease at the bust or chest, which is
> > considered to be fitted."
> > Which means that the size 24 pattern (46" bust) is about
> > 46"+4"=3D50". =A0In order for you to have 4" of ease you have to
> > create a pattern which is 49"+4"=3D53" at the chest. =A0Adding
> > 3" to the chest circumference is *possible*. =A0Note that you
> > may have to make different adjustments to the
> > waist/length/etc.
> > In addition, the pattern description says:
> > "We recommend using mediumweight woven or stable knit
> > fabrics with 10-15% crosswise stretch (10" of fabric
> > stretches to 11" to 15"). =A0This pattern can be made from
> > non-stretch fabrics, but please note that the fit will then
> > be more snug."
> > So if your fabric is non-stretch woven, you'll have to add
> > *additional* ease for a comfortable fit, especially
> > important across the back so that you can move your arms
> > forward without constriction.
> > I really think you would be better off starting with a
> > pattern in your size, and making alterations for style.
> > HTH,
> > Beverly
> Beverly--
> thank you so much for your advice. =A0Tonight I did lay out the pattern
> pieces and "study" it all. =A0I've read everything you (and everyone
> else!) has written...and my conclusion?
> I ordered the simplicity pattern <grin>. =A0I think it's a better way to
> betsey- Hide quoted text -
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> > thank you so much for your advice. Tonight I did lay
> > out the pattern
> > pieces and "study" it all. I've read everything you
> > (and everyone
> > else!) has written...and my conclusion?
> > I ordered the simplicity pattern <grin>. I think it's a
> > better way to
> > start for my "first" one. after that, I can get brave!
> > betsey- Hide quoted text -
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> oh....here's a link:
> http://www.mainstreetmallonline.com/patterns/listingview.php?num=16198&ref=16

> betsey wrote:
> > > thank you so much for your advice. Tonight I did lay
> > > out the pattern
> > > pieces and "study" it all. I've read everything you
> > > (and everyone
> > > else!) has written...and my conclusion?
> > > I ordered the simplicity pattern <grin>. I think it's a
> > > better way to
> > > start for my "first" one. after that, I can get brave!
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> > oh....here's a link:
> >http://www.mainstreetmallonline.com/patterns/listingview.php?num=3D1619.=

> I think that's a good decision. =A0Making size changes to a
> princess-seam jacket is not for the beginner, or maybe even
> the intermediate sewist (but I don't know your sewing
> level). =A0With that Simplicity pattern in the size you need,
> you should be able to get a good first effort (AKA muslin or
> toile) and then make modifications later for the next
> jacket. Be sure you pay attention to the fabric
> recommendations! =A0And you may want to consider making your
> first effort with some additional width added to the center
> back, the Simplicity is probably not designed with horse
> riding in mind. =A0;-)
> The style features (shorter length, different collars,
> different bottom treatment, cuffs, and even the asymmetrical
> closing) in the Suitability pattern would not be that
> difficult to transfer to the Simplicity later after you have
> a good fitting pattern.
> Good luck,
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