It helps to use a highlighter to highlight the line you need to cut out. :) Love that you are getting into clothes pattern videos!! Can't wait to make mine!
Your instructions are so clear and helpful. Before I started quilting I made a few garments that were just so so. Now I feel confident that if I follow your sew along, my finish top will be one I'll want to wear with pride. Heck I will probably make more than one. So glad you showed how to adjust the hip area. Looking good Vanessa and I hope you're feeling good. Your hair has really grown!
I'm so excited! I can do this!! I must finish some other projects first but by then I'll be able to watch all your tutorials for this shirt. I like were the neck line falls, not too low... I received the CG Curve Runner today and am looking forward to all your tips, tricks and suggestions on sewing with knits. I hope that you are feeling 100% now. Take Care!
I never did a shirt with dolman sleeves. But I love it, I might add it to my to-do ! It looks very confortable! Your explanation on how ease works is very good. Wish I would have hear it before hahah Thanks for sharing !
Hi Vanessa, Thank you for the tutorial! Wondered how you store the patterns you make from computer paper? Do people cut them apart and store them? Thank your for your help.
Vanessa, I am having a hard time figuring out how to get the PDF for your Westchester Dolman top. My husband tried to. We cant find what to download. I click on it, it goes into my cart, I go into the cart, but no PDF.Thank you for your help, Tina
Hi Vanessa. I am having trouble with the pattern because my bust is 34 and I do not know how to grade it down. I printed the small pattern because all my measurements match except the bust size. How can I learn how to grade it down to a 34? The only tutorials I can find online show you how to grade down a tank not a sleeved shirt. Thanks so much.
hi, I took my measurements for the Dolman top. My bust is 39", my waist is 36", my hip measurement is 37. I'm planning on using the large pattern, however the bottom will 4" larger than my hip measurement. What would you recommend?
I received all of the tools, pattern and fabric! Super fast turn around! Unfortunately, I'm going on vacation tomorrow, so I can't start on the top right away! :'( I'll post a picture on Instagram as soon as I get it done. Thank you!
Misty, I don't know for sure, but I would cut the pattern (front and back) at the waist line, and add the extra there, not at the bottom. Then, if it is still not as long as you would like, add extra to the bottom. This way you will still get a good fit at the waist.
I have a question about Bosal In-R-Form Plus. I applied to one side of my project and the adhesive on the other side of the Bosal was deposited on my ironing board cover. How do I remove it?
There are instructions for how to print it out on the PDF. I don't know if there are any specific steps for doing it from an iPad as it was designed to be opened and printed from a computer.
On iPad go to s safari screen, tap on top right side of screen , it will bring up IBooks. The open iBooks app, and you will be able to print to an air printer that's connected to iPad, or send to you computer to open and print.
I have horrible large upper arms so I usually wear tulip sleeves or bell sleeves can I do to the sleeves of your top the same as what you did for your hip changes?
My measurements measure exactly the small except at the bust I am a 35 inch can I change the pattern in that area, not sure if it will look to big on top because of the style?
From what I understood in the video there is no ease allowed in the bust. You think it would be too big? If it were me I think I would leave it alone because when you go messing in the bust area you also will change the way the sleeve fits. Vanessa will be able to give you a better answer than I can. I'll be waiting to see what she says.
Well, my iPad receives PDFs just fine, until now..If you aren’t set up to work with iPads, maybe you should have told us? I don’t know, I can’t be the only one who chooses to use an iPad, anyone else out there?
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It helps to use a highlighter to highlight the line you need to cut out. :) Love that you are getting into clothes pattern videos!! Can't wait to make mine!
Thank you! I enjoy your tutorials! Your teaching provides clear and detailed guidance. I am inspired and excited to start this project.
Your instructions are so clear and helpful. Before I started quilting I made a few garments that were just so so. Now I feel confident that if I follow your sew along, my finish top will be one I'll want to wear with pride. Heck I will probably make more than one. So glad you showed how to adjust the hip area. Looking good Vanessa and I hope you're feeling good. Your hair has really grown!
Thanks, Pamela! My hair grows super fast, indeed. Happy sewing!
I'm so excited! I can do this!! I must finish some other projects first but by then I'll be able to watch all your tutorials for this shirt. I like were the neck line falls, not too low... I received the CG Curve Runner today and am looking forward to all your tips, tricks and suggestions on sewing with knits. I hope that you are feeling 100% now. Take Care!
I never did a shirt with dolman sleeves. But I love it, I might add it to my to-do ! It looks very confortable! Your explanation on how ease works is very good. Wish I would have hear it before hahah Thanks for sharing !
Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks!
I like what you're wearing in the vid. Looks nice.
You are so talented!
Aww. Thanks!
Thanks for making this so clear. I feel so much more confident tackling clothes making.
Glad to help!
Got all my tools and fabric from you...can’t wait to get started!
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Thank you for another great tutorial!
I love that tape measure, it is so awesome! I don't have anyone to help so when I seen this I jumped on it lol
It's my fave!
Using bright highlighter to mark your cutting lines is very helpful
Indeed!
I’ve been binge watching your sewing videos. That means I am blaming you for leaving my vacuum cleaner safely tucked away.
Hi Vanessa, Thank you for the tutorial! Wondered how you store the patterns you make from computer paper? Do people cut them apart and store them? Thank your for your help.
Vanessa, I am having a hard time figuring out how to get the PDF for your Westchester Dolman top. My husband tried to. We cant find what to download. I click on it, it goes into my cart, I go into the cart, but no PDF.Thank you for your help, Tina
Don't know if I ordered a paper copy. Was trying to, but had a problem and keep going back and forth to solve it.Please let me know if it went though!
Hi Vanessa. I am having trouble with the pattern because my bust is 34 and I do not know how to grade it down. I printed the small pattern because all my measurements match except the bust size. How can I learn how to grade it down to a 34? The only tutorials I can find online show you how to grade down a tank not a sleeved shirt. Thanks so much.
hi, I took my measurements for the Dolman top. My bust is 39", my waist is 36", my hip measurement is 37. I'm planning on using the large pattern, however the bottom will 4" larger than my hip measurement. What would you recommend?
I for some reason cannot download load, save or print from my Mini iPad, can you email the pdf for the dolman top.
I received all of the tools, pattern and fabric! Super fast turn around! Unfortunately, I'm going on vacation tomorrow, so I can't start on the top right away! :'( I'll post a picture on Instagram as soon as I get it done. Thank you!
Glad you got your goodies! Can't wait to see your top!
Enjoy Vacation
Can this be lengthened for shoulder to waist, since I am 6'5" and need the extra length everywhere?
I'm very high waisted. I think it would help to explain how to raise the hem for the pattern.
Hi! Next one please!!
Hello, I would like the pattern, I know it S available on the website but I have to register First but I can't, why?
Your account is created after you purchase a product on the page. Checkout with the pattern and then you will be prompted to create your account.
What if you need the waist to be bigger but other measurements are good?
What adjustments do you recommend if I'm long waisted and would like the top to be longer? Would I just add the extra at the bottom of the pattern?
Misty, I don't know for sure, but I would cut the pattern (front and back) at the waist line, and add the extra there, not at the bottom. Then, if it is still not as long as you would like, add extra to the bottom. This way you will still get a good fit at the waist.
Ellie O'Neal thank you! It has been years since I’ve sewn anything for myself and I remember after your comment that is the way to do that.
Vanessa, I went to order the Westchester pattern. Will you have any more available soon? Are they gone forever...lol..
They are in stock here: craftygemini.com/shop/westchester-dolman-top-hard-copy-pattern/
TheCraftyGemini Thank you, Vanessa!
I have a question about Bosal In-R-Form Plus. I applied to one side of my project and the adhesive on the other side of the Bosal was deposited on my ironing board cover. How do I remove it?
I have no idea how to get rid of it. But I use a piece of parchment paper, like what you use on a cookie sheet, under the bosal stuff.
Vanessa, I was finally able to get the PDF pattern. Now, where can I find it (on my iPad) to print it out?
There are instructions for how to print it out on the PDF. I don't know if there are any specific steps for doing it from an iPad as it was designed to be opened and printed from a computer.
On iPad go to s
safari screen, tap on top right side of screen , it will bring up IBooks. The open iBooks app, and you will be able to print to an air printer that's connected to iPad, or send to you computer to open and print.
ANGELA BOTTOMLEY, that’s the way it has worked for all other PDF patterns I’ve bought...not this one! I finally ordered a hard copy.
What do you do if you have a little pooch in the waist area? Do you just grade out to larger size?
You can grade out at the waist and hips to accommodate.
I'd love to try this but it looks like downloads are only available in the US?
They are available worldwide as it’s a digital file.
what do you do if your measurements are larger than the largest size?
I replied to your email. :)
TheCraftyGemini my measurements are a little larger than your size chart. What should I do?
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I have horrible large upper arms so I usually wear tulip sleeves or bell sleeves can I do to the sleeves of your top the same as what you did for your hip changes?
My measurements measure exactly the small except at the bust I am a 35 inch can I change the pattern in that area, not sure if it will look to big on top because of the style?
Terry Hall , good question👍, I would like to know too. 👍
From what I understood in the video there is no ease allowed in the bust. You think it would be too big? If it were me I think I would leave it alone because when you go messing in the bust area you also will change the way the sleeve fits. Vanessa will be able to give you a better answer than I can. I'll be waiting to see what she says.
I would like the pattern
theres a link in the description that takes you to her website so you can download the free pattern.
Well, my iPad receives PDFs just fine, until now..If you aren’t set up to work with iPads, maybe you should have told us? I don’t know, I can’t be the only one who chooses to use an iPad, anyone else out there?