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I think the Fleur style looks lovely, but either the skirt is too short for your shape (or the bodice is too short) you could add an extra tier to it and turn it into a dress quite easily and that would look super. Your fabric choice looks fabulous on you. I had the same problem with the Nell dress by Tilly and the Buttons, the bodice did not reach my waist by about 3 inches, and I had only made a toile so just made a longer skirt so that it looked OK on me, like an empire line dress. The nell has no darts, I went down a size but need to go down two more sizes because it was a very loose fit on me in the bodice. I took two 4cm darts in the back bodice as it hung away from my body in the back. I have the Fleur Pattern so I may eliminate the dart as I am a similar shape to you, but a bigger size, to overcome the problem you have experienced with the dart. Thank you for the tip. The Rydal Jumpsuit looks fantastic on you just love you in red too. I was so impressed I bought the pattern using your discount code. Thank you very much for the offer.

Great video and thanks for your honesty, which is very helpful ❤

Thanks Cath for yet another helpful ,informative video.Both makes are great and as usual for you, both are superbly sewn. I do feel that peplum tops , in my opinion ,work better in softer fabrics such as viscose, I just prefer the way they hang . I would very much appreciate your advice when making the Fleur dress, how best to finish the seam where the bodice meets the gathered peplum. I don’t have an overlocker and would welcome tips on alternative methods, ( my seams always end up messy !!!!!!)

do you think the fleur might drape better when it’s washed and softened up .they both look fab on you . enjoyed your flog

That top is so cute. I think that you would be happy with it as a dress.

Love both makes. I don't notice the fit of the top that you weren't totally happy with. I hope it doesn't prevent you from wearing it because it's really cute on you!

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Wow, the jumpsuit looks amazing. Everything, from the style to the fabric choice and colour, suits you perfectly. Now the top, i agree, it doesn't suit you. Maybe a drapery fabric, or a different choice for trousers would make a difference. I even wondered about pivoting the darts to the waistline and lengthening the bodice more. And it could just be my style preference. I'm not a big fan of the shape, it reminds me too much of maternity tops/dresses i more years ago. I do like the tie front with the modesty panel behind. I really think a person exudes confidence when they love what they are wearing. And the opposite for the reverse. I would say try the top again, different fabric, slightly longer bodice and show us the results.

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Love these patterns. Maybe a dumb question, they suggested 40% stretch. How do you know how many stretch is in a fabric. I really don’t get that in the sewing community? Because it was 5% elastan and 95% bamboo. Im so confused 🫣

Beautiful job on your Fleur top. Great fabric choice and great job sewing it. You look beautiful wearing it. I see you getting lots of compliments. Well done!

Yes, further to what I was saying, if you make a toile you can work out what to do with those I would also suggest wide-legged trousers

Finishing seams. You can do it however you like, in whichever order will work 😊

I Did I hear you say you think the darts are not quite correct ?if they are an upward pointing dart then it should be lower than your bust point. Your bust point is usually your nipple but not always! It’s the most protruding part. Wearing the bra you will wear, locate your bust point and look at the end of the dart. It should point to your bust point- taking a ruler along the stitch line. Is it too low, too high? The dart point should be 1" or 2" away from BP. I’ve just had to lower the😊dart on my Nell. Very easy

I’ve ordered some Meet Milk Tencel Jersey in Plum to try out the Rydal

This is the second jumpsuit I’m encouraged to try after seeing yours

I love both garments and I appreciate the bow tutorial. I've been looking forward to seeing your gingham version of the Fleur since you shared your plans and I think I will make a gingham one too! I'm just wondering, perhaps the dart is sitting a bit low, could that be the fit issue? I admire your desire to get a good fit, after all that is why we sew our own clothes!

Hi Cath I love both outfits The top is especially nice You do look lovely wearing it But its how you feel yourself wearing it The fabric choice is good such a crisp look I think Have a great week Cath See you soon xx❤️❤️❤️❤️

I think this blouse looks very nice on you. When you are pulling it to show the issue it shows but otherwise it looks very cute and the fit seems just right.

Cute blouse... but i understand what you mean about the darts... Sometimes i replace the darts with gathers in the same area. Its a loose enough fit that it might work. Or you could put the blouse on insude out and see if you could pin a more pleasing dart. Fab makes! I really enjoy your videos!

Thanks cath. I have just bought the radial jumpsuit it looks fantastic on you …have a few jumpsuit patterns but think that one looks great too…..another great vlog. ❤😊

I made two fleurs and while the first came out too big, I absolutely love the fabric (cotton). I made my second one in a very thin cotton, almost linen? and it’s just not the same. Will perhaps try to make a crop top (top minus the peplum) next but I really like the pattern. I really like your version, especially the 2 gingams!!!

The jumpsuit is fabulous IMO. The amount of gathering in the #fleurblouse may be too much for your slight frame. I wonder whether you'd like it more as a dress. If you took the peplum off and used your left over fabric to make a gathered skirt then used the current peplum as a bottom tier it may be more to your taste. Your pattern matching is glorious! As for the darts, perhaps if you lengthened them by a cm or 2 whether you'd like how they sit better.

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The jumpsuit is amazing, I love it. The gingham top pattern may look better with a less stable fabric. Gingham is a very stable cotton, try again with viscose, rayon or a fabric with more drape. It may work better for you in a dress. Peplums don't always work for some people, definitely not me and my long torso. I love your makes and vlogs, always well done.

I’ve got to say I think the Fleur looks great on you and so beautifully made ❤ I’m making a gingham Fleur right now and hope it looks as good as yours

You look great in both garments, the Fleur particularly; it looks great .It's a shame you don't feel comfortable in it.. Thanks for the comprehensive review. Very helpful.

You are a very talented sewist. I very much your videos! I have also learned a lot with you.

Gorgeous makes 💖💖💖 Loving the jumpsuit 🥰

Another super video Cath. The jumpsuit is just fabulous and looks so good on you. Great fit. The blouse is also nice but something different for you. Really lovely sewing .

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I’m not sure the blouse suits your body shape. But it is beautifully made and I love your use of the gingham in a different scale for the bows.

I have to admit I don't think the Fleur suits you as well as all the other lovely clothes you make. The two scales of gingham are fun, and the fabric looks great on you, but that style is perhaps not really you. I see what you're saying about the darts; I can't work out what's going on there from here, but I agree that it doesn't look quite right. The jumpsuit, on the other hand, is an absolute winner! It looks fantastic on you. The colour was a great choice, as was the combination of short sleeves and three quarter leg. I think you'll get so much wear out of it!

Two very lovely makes!!! And so different. The red really suits you and I like the color on you. The check is so cute! Whatever your hesitation I know that this is different from your other makes. Try it with white or black shorts. I can see you wearing it during the day on an outing. Thanks so much for sharing.

I love both garments on you. Would it be possible to mash the 2 front bodice patterns together to do away with the darts but keeping the armholes for the sleeveless version? I haven't got the pattern yet, so I am only guessing!!

Not my favorite top on you but love the jump suit ☺

Hi Cath, I think they both look lovely. If I had to choose which suits you best, then it would be the Rydal jumpsuit, red really suits you. Have a good weekend/week 🥰

I think your gingham top might feel a bit better with wider or straight leg pants not skin tight jeans. Or even perhaps wear the top with shorts. That will help with getting the proportions more comfortable. I think your jeans with that length top directs an observers eyes to areas of the body you might only want attention from an intimate partner. I hope I said that in the least offensive manner. The jeans I think might feel better in a tunic length top that covers the intimate area.

I love the fleur. Have you tried to tie the middle bow a little tighter? It looks as though it is less tight than the others? It may make the fit better

Nice jumpsuit! It reminds me of one from AK patterns an old one

I think on the drawstring, one reason for the drawstring in the channel is that with eyelets, sometimes, it’s harder to feed through. Ask me how I know!

Relax, the garments looks great on you..if you were as big as I am then.....😂

I think the looseness ( if that’s a word!) is the way the Fleur is meant to be. It looks really nice on you, easy breezy! I think you should embrace it, it is very cute. Your choice of gingham fabric is perfect too.

Such a helpful video, thanks

I have some jersey fabric that’s been burning a hole on my sewing table for months, because I couldn’t find coordinating ribbing, but knew I wanted to make a summery dress out of it. I was rewatching your videos while doing some cross-stitching this morning, and saw the Lotta dress, and think that could be just the thing! Thank you so much for your great reviews and favourites videos. They’ve been a great resource time and again.☺️

Hi Cath, I am so impressed with your crochet top, it’s so pretty. It’s great to see your problem solving with the top. Great to see your mums pants finished.

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Hi Cath Great video! I was thinking your mum might like the Pattern Emporium Pleats to Meet You pants. They look quite similar to original pair.

Lovely makes!

Lots of fun projects, thanks for sharing. 💙🧶🌈🍓