How to alter pattern to eliminate extra bulk in neckline front

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Tue, 05/24/2016 - 21:33
truffles
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  •  I am sewing a knit t shirt dress and I want to eliminate some extra fabric in the front neckline area. I Can I somehow take a dart on the pattern and not actually sew it so I still can cut out front on the fold?  Or do I alter the side armholes? or do I alter the shoulders?  Not sure   Anyone have any ideas   Thanks
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Sun, 05/29/2016 - 22:54
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How to alter pattern to eliminate excess bulk in neckline front

Yes, truffles, you can make two darts (one on each side) from the neckline toward the bust fullness.  Or you can pinch the amount of extra fullness in the front neck and make it into gathers or tucks.  Another idea is to ease the excess amount so it looks like the original design.   The best method is the one you like and is best suited to the amount of fabric you will be removing.  Carefully stay-stitch the neckline 1/2" from the edge to prevent stretching it out of shape as you remove the fullness.

It may also be possible to take some fabric from the shoulder on the neckline side.  For any of these design changes you will be safest to make a dress or top from a similar but inexpensive knit fabric to see if you like what you get.

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