-----Having never yet made anything that actually had to fit clothing yet I have no idea where to start. Maybe a paper pattern shape drawn with some seam allowed extra?
I would make the lace a pattern that is forgiving of size/shape (not a pictorial motif that absolutely has to fit perfectly or it'll look funny), something like an overall design. I'd make it a little larger than the opening. Then I would add a seam allowance to that. This gives you lots of freedom when fitting the finished lace to the opening. I wouldn't try to sew the lace exactly at the edge of the fabric, but would allow it to go underneath a short ways before sewing. It will look more like an undergarment than something stretched across the opening. (IMO) Robin P. Los Angeles, California, USA [email protected] - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]. Photo site: http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003
