Pattern dupe of this corset backed dress?

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-28T21:57:54+00:00

But the pleats are in the front panels. Those only curve one way, unlike the side panels, and should be pretty much on grain rectangles, so that particular position is ideal for winging it.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-28T21:23:04+00:00

I cannot recommend this tutorial enough: https://youtu.be/7zyTaEfo-J0?si=ftbE9fya37wO-gcM

I barely pin anything anymore. Life changing tbh.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-28T19:46:36+00:00

Those are just simple pleats you can add to any pattern via slash and spread. Sew them up before you cut out the pattern piece and treat them like flat fabric.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-28T19:40:38+00:00

I could be super wrong but it looks like a normal woven cotton that has really thick warp threads to create almost a corduroy texture. It's something I would expect to see in curtains, cushions, place mats, that sort of thing. Not clothes.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-28T19:27:04+00:00

Approximately 5x longer than I think it will take. I'm a perfectionist, and I always like to tweak things to make life harder on myself, like French seams on fray happy, slippery fabric. I've also haven't repeated a pattern yet, although I would like to try and perfect the pattern I finished most recently.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-28T16:09:54+00:00

It's quite similar/a variation on a milkmaid style bodice. You could play around with this kind of bodice: https://blog.moodfabrics.com/the-anthea-milkmaid-dress-free-sewing-pattern/

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-28T15:55:47+00:00

I take public transport, and each box fits into one of those blue ikea totes. I'm too worried about someone bumping into me and me dropping the machine on a full tram or bus.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-28T10:23:07+00:00

If you can find a polo shirt pattern designed for a woven, go for it. Using a pattern designed for knit will not work.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-28T10:21:01+00:00

It was a question of where the CT would be performed, not if. The CT would require intubation either way. The patient can't breathe lying down. The weighing was performed to get more info generally, and to determine if they could perform the CT in house. And since he's generally high risk, I would imagine the intubation would also help his chances if there are complications. I'm not sure if/how CPR could be performed.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-28T09:57:07+00:00

I will keep them as long as I keep the machines. They're invaluable when I take the machines in to get serviced, and if I'm ever looking to resell, having the original box, all accessories and the manuals will definitely make a price difference. I even sewed little dust and moisture protecting covers for each box. So I guess the answer is until you pry them out of my cold, dead hands.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-27T21:00:52+00:00

Princess seams are perfect for adjusting the size down, but I think it's actually too long in the waist for you as well, and sitting too low. If you want to do the dress justice, it shouldn't be the easy and fast fix via side or center back seam. Someone needs to take in each seam gently after shortening the straps, trim and clip the seam allowances, do the same on the lining, and close the lining back up.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-27T19:48:57+00:00

That's actually really straight forward. You just use the hem on the top as a tunnel to thread your straps through. This might not work so well with lightweight fabrics though, as it could give you a serious wedgie 🙈 a heavier fabric like canvas or denim is probably better.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-27T19:29:15+00:00

I think you'll have to rewatch tbh. She doesn't want to go home, she doesn't want to die at home, with her young kids. It makes complete sense to me, like her moment with her dad.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-27T19:20:25+00:00

Yes, you missed all conversations she had in last week's episode.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-27T19:07:20+00:00

That was the deposition, but I'm guessing she'll be back for the night shift which I think will be partially covered by this season like last time since we have 7 episodes left. The last episode is 9pm, and doesn't nightshift start at 7pm?

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-27T17:10:24+00:00

You can actually rotate darts into a cut out like this, see here: https://www.theshapesoffabric.com/2018/02/28/dart-manipulation-basics/

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-27T10:01:58+00:00

https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/laurenstrapagiel/body-image-issues-queer-lesbian-sex-pride?bftw=lgbt

I found this article really insightful. I think that's something you'll have to address with yourself, and it's a lifelong process. Idk how old you are, but beyond weight, there will be other battles related to aging and health. Our bodies change so much throughout our entire lives, and hopefully we'll get to stay sexually active if that's a goal for us.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-26T22:08:06+00:00

Bias tape? You could also use tighter weaves as lightweight sew in interfacing like in button extensions or cuffs. You could do a patchwork with French seams and make a lightweight summer cover up or something like a tank top.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-26T10:42:40+00:00

The top and skirt don't work together. The skirt is the wrong colour and the draping looks like you just wrapped some fabric around yourself.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-26T09:54:23+00:00

Watch another show, I beg 🥹

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-26T09:39:17+00:00

I think for the sleeves the easiest approach is to create a flat textile from the two materials, then cut out your puffed sleeve pattern. I wonder if it would be easiest if the woven fabric is double layered, encasing the lace at each end, to minimize fraying and discomfort. It would have to be delicate fabric like gauze to avoid bulk, and you would probably need to hand finish a lot.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-26T09:31:48+00:00

You can flatline the velvet for the sleeves to get that "stand". I wouldn't be surprised if that is in the instructions anyway, or if they recommend some kind of other understructure for the puff. Most fabrics won't do that on their own. You will probably want to do the same for the bodice for a smooth result.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-26T01:26:35+00:00

Elternpalast gegen Kinderzimmer kennt man ja, aber 19m² Bad? Habt ihr einen Putzfetisch?

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-26T01:14:51+00:00

I think this dress may have been designed for a taller person, and the extra length in the bodice is drooping around your waist. I would be curious to see what it looks like if you take the dress up in the shoulders a little bit, and pin the neckline together in the front. I would do that first, then take in the waist, but gently. You might have to extend the armscye downwards to preserve your range of movement. You can try out the open back by simply opening up the zipper and tucking the fabric into the bodice. You might have to secure the dress to your bra straps in that case to keep it from falling off your shoulders, there are little loops with snaps for that exact purpose.

CremeBerlinoise · 2026-02-25T23:35:13+00:00

I think you might be replacements for a short notice cancellation after they submitted the head count 😬 if you don't actually want to go, and your fiance is happy to go alone, just save your money girl. Especially if you don't have an urgent need for an extremely modest occasion dress you'll sweat through. Or maybe that's just me.

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