Not enough space in the other box for my comment - so here I go. I always trace my patterns and use a roll of tracing paper OVER the original pattern. I know this is more work at the beginning, but I don't like how a tracing wheel leaves little holes in patterns I plan to re-use over and over again. Also, all adjustments are done on the trace, so if I mess up, or the cat desides she needs a new chew toy, I don't have to worry.
Good luck with the elastic search. I found the perfect elastic for my Comox trunks (great pattern and has just passed the multi-wash test) , but each package leaves me with 10 1/2 inches waste. Not a problem if I were only making one or two pair, but since I like to change my underwear on a regular basis, I'm now searching Europe for the same brand, but by the roll. I'm also biting at the bit waiting for new patterns. Can't wait.
Not enough space in the other box for my comment - so here I go. I always trace my patterns and use a roll of tracing paper OVER the original pattern. I know this is more work at the beginning, but I don't like how a tracing wheel leaves little holes in patterns I plan to re-use over and over again. Also, all adjustments are done on the trace, so if I mess up, or the cat desides she needs a new chew toy, I don't have to worry.
Good luck with the elastic search. I found the perfect elastic for my Comox trunks (great pattern and has just passed the multi-wash test) , but each package leaves me with 10 1/2 inches waste. Not a problem if I were only making one or two pair, but since I like to change my underwear on a regular basis, I'm now searching Europe for the same brand, but by the roll. I'm also biting at the bit waiting for new patterns. Can't wait.