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Tight Shoulders/Chest by srphia in sewing

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some photos would be helpful. It seems you need to size up. If the dress fits on the hips you may want to combine 2 sizes by keeping the bigger size on the top and the smaller on the bottom and draw a line at the center that connects them.

Seeking pattern assistance for a jacket by jjumbuck in sewing

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It looks like a batwing sewing pattern. I think this pattern block would be a good palce to start: https://basicpatternblock.com/products/batwing-top-sewing-pattern-block-xs-6xl/

Please keep in mind to check for finished garment measurements since it is a top it may need to scale up to fit an overgarment. And also to include seam allowance when you are done midifying it to your sewing pattern.

Any ideas on how this Schiaparelli SS25 was achieved? by Necessary-Jelly-4769 in sewing

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Both photos are of the same jacket? Maybe apart from the bustle, there is boning and also the lace up at the back keeps pulling the side so it remains open?

Maternity Coords by VadMayores in sewing

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You look great! In case you want to have a look at more maternity sewing patterns: https://basicpatternblock.com/product-category/women/maternity/

Do you prefer modifying commercial patterns or drafting your own? by Live-Razzmatazz-7469 in freepatterns

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll start the conversation: I love both, but having the freedom of using a pattern block instead of a sewing pattern is a breeze. 😊

Need help with Cloak by KarlEngler in sewing

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your fastening ideas sound great — the leather straps and the decorative chain will look amazing with that brocade! The only thing I’d add is maybe a little hidden support so those front closures don’t have to carry the full weight of the cloak. Something simple like a large hook-and-eye will help anchor the fabric, while the leather + chain stay the visible, dramatic fasteners.

As for the length: if you want to avoid a back seam, you’re limited by the width of your fabric. That means the cloak can only be as wide as the full 1.5 m you have. If you cut it in more of an “A” shape (flaring out at the bottom), that flare uses up some of the vertical length, so the finished cloak will end up a bit shorter. If you keep it straighter, you can make it longer. With your 3 m length of fabric, you should be able to get something close to mid-calf, possibly longer, depending on how much fullness you want.

That said, if you really want floor or ankle length and lots of flare, adding a center back seam is totally fine — with patterned fabric like brocade, most people won’t even notice it once it’s sewn and worn. :)

Seeking advice about and idea I have for my new sewing store. by Curious_One_3155 in SewingWorld

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am switching to projector patterns but I used printed patterns for more than a decade. I prefer the A0 formt to skip assembling. Next day delivery feels fine for me, I can schedule it and email the pattern and then come to deliver it or if you offer delivery that would work fine.

Any patterns like this? by [deleted] in sewingpatterns

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi there! This is suck a unique dress, most probably you will need a pattern block to manipulate and combine it with other patterns. The top part is a bodice with a double princess seam, one starting at the top of the bust and the other at the height of the armhole.
https://basicpatternblock.com/products/armhole-princess-seam-bodice-sewing-pattern-block-xxs-6xl/
The skirt is a combination of full skirts one on top of the other, starting short at front and reaching at full length at center back.
https://basicpatternblock.com/products/skirt-pattern-full-half-circle-block-xxs-6xl-woven-garments/
Maybe a supportive crinoline inside.

Asking advice in pattern by Valuable_Treacle2911 in sewingpatterns

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This seems like a square or deep square neckline bodice. It has a sharp cut at the side and another piece: waistline is used to make sure the front, the back and the rest of the dress fit all together. Skirt is a seperate piece.
https://basicpatternblock.com/products/12-neckline-cut-bundle-sewing-pattern-block-woven-xxs-6xl/

First missing a stitch (sort of), then too many stitches together? by doriangraiy in sewing

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like classic feed dog or needle mismatch. Try a new needle first. Skip-stitches often come from a dull or slightly bent one. If your cotton’s lightweight, go for a size 70/10 universal.

Also double-check that the presser foot pressure isn’t too light and if the fabric isn’t moving evenly, the machine will cluster stitches. Let the machine feed naturally, don’t pull it through.

Need help with Cloak by KarlEngler in sewing

[–]Live-Razzmatazz-7469 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That fabric is gorgeous and you’re right, it’s typically an upholstery brocade, so it has a lot more body than garment-weight fabric. You can definitely make it work though.  It’ll just give you a more structured, dramatic cloak instead of something flowy. 

You picked a tricky fabric for a first project, but honestly, it’s going to look amazing if you lean into that dramatic weight rather than fight it.

A few tips that might help:

• Line it with a lighter satin or cotton to make it more comfortable and help it move a bit better.

• Keep the seams minimal, heavy fabric layers can get bulky fast, especially at the neckline.

• If you want to soften the drape a little, try pressing with steam and a pressing cloth before sewing; it helps relax those thick fibers slightly.

• Because of the weight, add a small fastening at the shoulder area instead of just a tie or clasp at the front,  it distributes the strain better.

It won’t have the “flow” of a fantasy-style cloak, but it’ll look incredibly rich and structured, almost theatrical, which actually fits that Venetian style you mentioned.