Quick question - I just made a bag that should have taken only a few hours but ended up taking several more due to, in my opinion, lack of instructions with the pattern. Can I gripe about it or, because it is made by an independent designer, should I can it?
I mean, if it were a McCall's pattern, I would have any problems saying that the pattern looked easy enough but the instructions are sparse where they are really needed. There aren't even instructions that say which way is the top of the pocket to be added. Additionally, the patterns layout guide is wasteful of fabric.
I want to say all that but am leery of mentioning the designer. Her blog is in my reader - I feel kind of bad. But then again, my time and money on Japanese pricey fabric is worth a bit of a gripe...
Grrr.
I definitely think so - independent or not, IMHO, patterns (or instructions) can have lots of problems, etc. even if you like the design or designer! Besides, someone contemplating making the project you just worked on may get some great tips\hints\etc. from what you're sharing. BTW, if this is the Amy Butler pattern, I've found that all of her fabric layouts could be tweaked to reduce the amount of material you use. I've found that I never follow her directions for placement anymore!
Posted by: stacysews | April 28, 2008 at 07:39 AM