Bodice block correcting the shoulder seam length to own measurments

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Fri, 09/16/2016 - 18:34
dorcasdoughty
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Hello

I am really enjoying the pattern drafting lessons. I find them detailed and  logical thank you.
When drafting the shoulder seam according to your instructions  the seam is too long. I need it to be 3cm shorter but not sure how to do this and  what the affect  alteration will have on the the armhole.

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Thu, 12/07/2017 - 12:23
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Nehzat
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Re: Bodice block correcting the shoulder seam lenght

Dear dorcasdoughty,

 
It seems to me that you might have measured your shoulder width more than it actually is. That is why you need to do the shoulder area on the front and back pattern again, to get the correct fit.
 
If you used a muslin or actual fabric to sew the garment, you can open up the shoulder seams and adjust the armhole and shoulder seam according to the new pattern, by placing the pattern on top. 
 
This would be the easiest way to fix this issue.
 
Hope this helps.
 
 
Happy sewing,
 
Nehzat

 

 

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