Question (not about quilting) but about sewing clothing? Can anyone help?
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I tape original pattern to sliding glass door. Tape new pattern sheet over it and trace....works like a light box.
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I only buy patterns from Hobby Lobby when they are 99 cents (which is at least every other month). I buy 2 or 3 because at that price it isn't worth trying to trace off on other paper. I agree that especially on small sizes it is almost impossible to trace the sizes and I don't have a lot of patience anyway. I would think you would have to use tracing paper or something you can see the lines through. Sometimes I use scrapes from pattern pieces to trace off small pieces instead of stopping to unpin and repin a piece that more pieces are needed.
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I only buy patterns from Hobby Lobby when they are 99 cents (which is at least every other month). I buy 2 or 3 because at that price it isn't worth trying to trace off on other paper. I agree that especially on small sizes it is almost impossible to trace the sizes and I don't have a lot of patience anyway. I would think you would have to use tracing paper or something you can see the lines through. Sometimes I use scrapes from pattern pieces to trace off small pieces instead of stopping to unpin and repin a piece that more pieces are needed.
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I fold as much as possible and then in places like armholes I make several slits to the correct line of cutting and then fold back. If you make the larger size first it will be easier. Hope this makes sense.
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After years of Heirloom sewing, I guess I am just used to tracing patterns. I use tracing paper that comes on a roll from an art supply store. It's a little over 24" wide, so fits most patterns. It's economical, and I've never had any problems with it tearing. Also really easy to see through for accuracy--no backlight needed. I just take my fine point sharpie and go to town. Not so difficult. So that's my 2 cents worth.
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