I don't think the foot will change the scallop depth, but you can slide the pearl cotton by inserting a stylist in each loop. Use a knitting needle or the tip of a mechanical pencil with the lead hidden.

I just realized the answer didn't print! The runway show for all ten garments lasted three minutes. That's too brief for my blood.

To know the correct percentage to enlarge visit:

http://www.copyitmailit.com/p.htm

I'm sorry some of you are having problems printing the patterns. John Kock, the author of the glove article, sent me these suggestions:

Dear Judy,

I just saw the Threads website and read the comments. I am so sorry everyone is having such trouble with the patterns. It's difficult to transmit something so technical and expect it to come out correctly, however, I printed out all three patterns and think I have the solution. I found that by reprinting each at 173% increase, the pattern is as close to the original as one could hope. I am certain that not every one that tries this will get the same results. In that case they may have to experiment to find the exact percentage to use. In order to do this the correct final small pattern should measure 9 7/8 inches from the tip of one of the double finger tips to the cuff, the medium 10 1/2 inches and the large 10 11/16 inches. To get a full pattern one must print on 11 x 18 paper. Since most people don't have this ability I found by printing the downloaded pattern in quadrants and taping them together I was able to create a full pattern. Some people may find it just easier to go to a photocopy store and do it on a copier with this capability.

I hope this makes sense and is of some benefit.
Best wishes,

John

Most people are not having a problem printing the pattern and enlarging it to the correct proportion. We know the finished pattern won't fit on an 8 1/2X11 paper. If you can't print it at all, try going to a public library to print the pattern. Then take it to a photocopy machine to enlarge it appropriately. They have proportional scales and can help you. Each of the four squares in the lower right corner are 1 inch square. Measure the square on your printed version and determine how much you need to enlarge the pattern to make the squares the correct 1-inch size. Check the size after you've enlarged it. Remember, these are standard sizes, expect to alter the glove, that's one of the benefits of making your own.
Enjoy!
j

Hi birdlady,
I recommend that you Google: sewing dress forms in Canada. You may have to search for a minute, but something is sure to show up. Another suggestion: there may not be much garment manufacturing going on anymore, (since so much of it has gone overseas)but look in locations where it used to be--you might be able to find used dress forms at flea markets. I tried Googling it for you and did come up with some hits, but they all lead back to the states. I'm thinking you might get a better shot because you're originating from Canada. I would think that Toronto is large enough to produce some dress forms for you. Good luck!

I think everyone loves the back covers. Do any of you watch Project Runway? I wonder if the last winner (I think her name is Lee Anne) wasn't inspired by our issue #132 back cover for her final collection. If you collect back issues, take a look at it. All of the "fins" in her collection certainly remind me of that jacket. Thank you all for your support and for reading Threads. You're the reason we're here.

Judy

Patricia, that's a big job for many of us. I think that's why I'm so inspired by people like elinor. She knows who she is and she doesn't whisper about it. She announces herself when she walks into a room, but then you start to discover all of her other attributes and she is one impressive woman. You're keeping good company.
jn