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From: SusanL
Date: 10-04-2004, 02:16 PM (1 of 6)
This is the first time I have tried to make one. It is on a panne velvet dress (maybe the material is the problem?) Well, I followed the pattern but the placket doesn't want to lie flat against the dress. I have showed it to my sister (who is quite talented unlike me :p ) and she thinks I did it right, but it may be the material that is the problem. I can take a pic of it to show you. Just give me a few seconds. The dress is so cute, but this placket is ruining it. :bang:
User: SusanL
Member since: 09-18-2004
Total posts: 8
From: SusanL
Date: 10-04-2004, 02:27 PM (2 of 6)
well, I'm not sure how to upload pics to here. It says the file is too big, but if I make it any smaller you won't be able to see it. If you need me to email the pic pls let me know. I'd appreciate any help with this.
User: SusanL
Member since: 09-18-2004
Total posts: 8
From: MaryW
Date: 10-04-2004, 02:29 PM (3 of 6)
Off the top of my head, I bet it is the fabric, too spongy to really lay flat. Why not try some satin in the same color, that might be easier.
MaryW
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User: MaryW
Member since: 06-23-2005
Total posts: 2542
From: Magot
Date: 10-04-2004, 03:55 PM (4 of 6)
I would have suggested an alternate material for the inside of the placket.
love and kisses, Jan
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User: Magot
Member since: 12-22-2002
Total posts: 3626
From: DorothyL
Date: 10-04-2004, 04:36 PM (5 of 6)
Perhaps you can underline the placket with something crisp or even interface it?
User: DorothyL
Member since: 12-09-2002
Total posts: 3883
From: SusanL
Date: 10-04-2004, 08:06 PM (6 of 6)
thanks. I will try the interfacing first and if that doesn't work I'll try using satin instead.
User: SusanL
Member since: 09-18-2004
Total posts: 8
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