tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post2178724961914012768..comments2024-02-21T15:45:09.317+11:00Comments on On the Road to Sew Wear: Step 3 to TNT Dress - McCalls 2401 - Picture heavyBeaJayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14071033898844018967noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-71732429548346417042023-06-12T19:33:31.670+10:002023-06-12T19:33:31.670+10:00Wow your information is outstanding but I suggest ...Wow your information is outstanding but I suggest you to wear a <a href="https://leatherapron.shop/" rel="nofollow">Leather Apron</a> at that time when you feel that your cloth will damage.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07210255092053015014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-89937968830430348132013-04-04T03:47:45.906+11:002013-04-04T03:47:45.906+11:00You've gotten super feedback on this version o...You've gotten super feedback on this version of your dress. You're almost there with your TNT dress. I'm in the minority on the longer length too, but I think that's my own prejudice to cover my legs :). <br />Thanks for the tip on downloading Craftsy lessons, too.JuliNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11522562002454342787noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-25447709489431719572013-04-03T17:00:32.269+11:002013-04-03T17:00:32.269+11:00Everyone has already written the best comments!
S...Everyone has already written the best comments!<br /><br />So I'll just join in to say that I love seeing other people 'win' the fitting process, and you've very nearly got a perfect pattern for you :-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18413671907959074949noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-63394346429458493742013-04-02T02:20:51.453+11:002013-04-02T02:20:51.453+11:00Beajay, double yes for shorter one!!! I love that ...Beajay, double yes for shorter one!!! I love that length on you. <br /><br />I'd peg it slightly as well... not too much.. but slightly... half inch or slightly more on all seams.Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04990191457997877760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-76490107507510618432013-04-02T00:42:37.729+11:002013-04-02T00:42:37.729+11:00Looks great. I don't ever like turned under ne...Looks great. I don't ever like turned under necklines. I like binding.BConkyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12567728669689070443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-48289366397970179102013-04-01T23:35:53.121+11:002013-04-01T23:35:53.121+11:00It looks great, I think I would also like to see t...It looks great, I think I would also like to see the v neck I always liked you blue green wrapover top. The jacket is a lovely shape, cant wait to see it.Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09074168748281297290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-6278235686391803482013-04-01T22:43:31.958+11:002013-04-01T22:43:31.958+11:00Oh BeaJay... there's not a single thing I can ...Oh BeaJay... there's not a single thing I can add to this and agree totally that the shorter length on you is more flattering and if you taper the sides in a little it will remove some of the excess fabric and give you an even more flattering look. I'm loving the cardi undone the best. You are so so close to having your TNT, well done!!! Loving the look of the jacket pattern and think it will be perfect to wear with your dress. Looking forward to the next update on your TNT.Chris Lucashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03804725788257834748noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-81314310049411015022013-04-01T20:18:03.161+11:002013-04-01T20:18:03.161+11:00I think everyone has said it already, but I will (...I think everyone has said it already, but I will (still) give you my opinion.. :)<br />- the green looks great on you (like it would on Debbie cook or me...)<br />- cardi untied is my preference<br />- shorten the hem on your dress - always display your great assets - your lovely pins!<br />- love this fabric choice and the purple flower is not too badly positioned.<br />- I love sleeveless dresses and cardigans (that is why I am learning to knit)<br />- looking forward to seeing the Stylearc jacket - cu-ute!Suehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01023115170916061414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-91718257471651529002013-04-01T18:23:09.132+11:002013-04-01T18:23:09.132+11:00I think this looks really good on you. :D I like...I think this looks really good on you. :D I like the shorter length too since it does nice things for your legs, but you need to be comfortable. I think that this dress pattern could be very adaptable! A v-neckline would look really good on you too. I think it's coming along really well, and I can't wait to see the next version!Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10477887672613694373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-49781878717460930602013-04-01T17:27:48.231+11:002013-04-01T17:27:48.231+11:00Well done! I'm voting for the shorter length. ...Well done! I'm voting for the shorter length. I think that actually balances things out better - your legs look longer and are shown off and less fabric reads as less you ... if you know what I mean. Glad you're coming around to the green fabric, since it really is one of YOUR (our) colors. -)Debbie Cookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03601675304884019607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-25740215527414192552013-04-01T15:03:30.466+11:002013-04-01T15:03:30.466+11:00I like the shorter length. To my eye it not only ...I like the shorter length. To my eye it not only shows the great curve of your leg but for some reason it also gives you a bit more waist. No changes at the waist between the two? Definitely shorten it. I (personally) don't like the cardi tied at all. I prefer it hanging. ggMariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04301526396026815132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-80474630357579229182013-04-01T14:55:57.020+11:002013-04-01T14:55:57.020+11:00The word "fine" is supposed to be in fro...The word "fine" is supposed to be in front of "looking": quick typing is not recommended...HeathersSpherehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07565226168023427135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-56325065171930285942013-04-01T14:55:02.519+11:002013-04-01T14:55:02.519+11:00You got some mighty gorgeous legs, Beajay, so go f...You got some mighty gorgeous legs, Beajay, so go for the shorter length! You are certainly a looking lady and photogenic. HeathersSpherehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07565226168023427135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-53011023155388939782013-04-01T14:18:18.930+11:002013-04-01T14:18:18.930+11:00Unfortunately for me SarahLiz, a side on view is n...Unfortunately for me SarahLiz, a side on view is not the best on me - even slightly LOLBeaJayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14071033898844018967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-81030810249809960552013-04-01T13:42:30.277+11:002013-04-01T13:42:30.277+11:00I think that all the above comments are relevant, ...I think that all the above comments are relevant, so I will not repeat them. However, about your pose - I have the same problems too, and feeling really self conscious - but try a slightly side on pose one day - just like the actors do. Maybe not when you are trying to get help, but certainly for your finished dresses - it will give you a whole new look. Sarah Lizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17566072246120028926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-39551397743386266032013-04-01T13:39:05.878+11:002013-04-01T13:39:05.878+11:00I vote for shorter length- not just to show off th...I vote for shorter length- not just to show off the legs, but i do think that length is actually more balanced. you could always do the math: http://jcauncmom.blogspot.com/2009/09/part-2-how-to-decide-your-ideal-skirt.html (I haven't tried it yet so I can't vouch for it). Also, I too vote for the cardi untied (if thats an option), I think it gives a sleeker look!Meganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00271355209327505309noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-50822829532707135192013-04-01T13:33:35.935+11:002013-04-01T13:33:35.935+11:00I agree with Carolyn.
Keep the shorter length and...I agree with Carolyn. <br />Keep the shorter length and shape the hem closer to your legs. <br />That'll give you as good a shape 1" shorter as you have at the moment.<br />And the untied cardi is the look I like.<br />Carolyn's TNTs work really well as a basis for any designer look.<br /><br />Give it a rest and work on the jacket until you're ready to tackle this again.velosewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18241344721302194932noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-46788425891900385072013-04-01T12:58:38.200+11:002013-04-01T12:58:38.200+11:00Wow, you are fast! Great job, I like the shorter ...Wow, you are fast! Great job, I like the shorter length and cardi untied. Very nice !KellysSewinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02566148091087946887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-79594797763733490372013-04-01T12:46:16.042+11:002013-04-01T12:46:16.042+11:00For what it is worth, I like the shorter length on...For what it is worth, I like the shorter length on you too, and the cardi untied. I think it makes a nice long line for the eye to follow and looks very flattering on you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-26791494920298016392013-04-01T12:33:19.632+11:002013-04-01T12:33:19.632+11:00Oooh, I might just sew that jacket too. I love it!...Oooh, I might just sew that jacket too. I love it! I like the longer length on you, and thanks for passing on what you've learned. Some of that conveys well for me.Stacie Davishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13694744568965329641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-48561707790220854832013-04-01T12:25:24.764+11:002013-04-01T12:25:24.764+11:00Thanks Carolyn, especially about the drooping neck...Thanks Carolyn, especially about the drooping neckline... I have been pondering how to get the bit out when it is a cut on fold. This is great advice.BeaJayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14071033898844018967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-19082431423023786962013-04-01T12:20:51.078+11:002013-04-01T12:20:51.078+11:00I know I'm late to the party but I haven't...I know I'm late to the party but I haven't been around much these last couple of days due to the holiday. May I make a couple of suggestions and please feel free to disregard.<br /><br />1. To fix the drooping at the neckline ~ if it's an on the fold piece, overlap just 1/4 over the foldline when laying the pattern on the fabric. Or, cut a slit 1/2 inch over from the foldline, make a 2" straight line, cut it and then lap over 1/4". This will eliminate the gaping you have in the front.<br /><br />2. I like the shorter length best but you also have some fabric swirling around your knees. I would suggest you peg the sides of the skirt from the hips down to the hemline just a slight bit to remove the fabric. It will do two things, it will give you a slimmer appearance and a better fit.<br /><br />3. Personally I like the line of the cardigan open with the points hanging down straight. Again this draws your eyes down and will give you a slimmer appearance.<br /><br />Finally, I would make this a v-neck instead of a u-neckline. I think this will be more flattering to your face and frame.<br /><br />Again, feel free to ignore me. You've done an amazing job at getting this to fit and these are just minor refinements to make the pattern look even better on you.Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02204627216540667980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-55647852314674701352013-04-01T11:59:09.692+11:002013-04-01T11:59:09.692+11:00I too vote for the slightly shorter one, but they ...I too vote for the slightly shorter one, but they both look good:) But I really can't believe how quick you are -- I am a turtle when I sew. Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11718137744623626322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-16972899604375984602013-04-01T11:21:37.445+11:002013-04-01T11:21:37.445+11:00Both lengths look great BeaJay, but I'll echo ...Both lengths look great BeaJay, but I'll echo the above thoughts the my fave is the slightly shorter one! Congrats on getting so well fitting. I LOVE that jacket pattern -- so cute! Looking forward to seeing yours. :)Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00406909491823466233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2661816713425562304.post-71626923861101200892013-04-01T11:21:08.622+11:002013-04-01T11:21:08.622+11:00I'm liking the shorter length on you as well. ...I'm liking the shorter length on you as well. I was also thinking, this dress could also be used in a winter weight fabric, still sleeveless, and you could just pop a long sleeved skivvy or blouse underneath...this dress is going to be a real winner for you...Judithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16406164663751567997noreply@blogger.com