I am very disappointed by the design of the pattern. I tried to construct a mock up of the pattern, but in my experience the bodice pieces in size A, B, C or D do not match. You can see from the picture that the bodice side/front pieces are not a match to the back piece, but there are huge tabs left over from the fabric. Also the pattern is missing any sizing for the shoulder straps, all you have is a note to extend the straps to the desired length. These are simple adjustments for an experienced sewer, but the whole point of a ready made pattern is that one would not have to make any major adjustments or have to patch up the mistakes of the manufactorer. This was supposed to be my wedding gown but with these problems I doubt I can muster up the will to finish this piece.
In addition in searching for help from sewing forums (to make sure I’m not making a mistake myself) I’ve come across several other customers with the exact same problem and that this issue has been discussed with Reconstructing History previously, the earliest mentions on the subject is from as early as 2008!
Palvi Rutanen –
I am very disappointed by the design of the pattern. I tried to construct a mock up of the pattern, but in my experience the bodice pieces in size A, B, C or D do not match. You can see from the picture that the bodice side/front pieces are not a match to the back piece, but there are huge tabs left over from the fabric. Also the pattern is missing any sizing for the shoulder straps, all you have is a note to extend the straps to the desired length. These are simple adjustments for an experienced sewer, but the whole point of a ready made pattern is that one would not have to make any major adjustments or have to patch up the mistakes of the manufactorer. This was supposed to be my wedding gown but with these problems I doubt I can muster up the will to finish this piece.
In addition in searching for help from sewing forums (to make sure I’m not making a mistake myself) I’ve come across several other customers with the exact same problem and that this issue has been discussed with Reconstructing History previously, the earliest mentions on the subject is from as early as 2008!