progress of sorts

[mlsdesigns]

i've actually got something on meg that looks like a coat! the lining is sewn into the coat, the pockets are made, pocket flaps pinned on and sleeves waiting to have the lining sewn in, tomorrow i will have a 'wearable' garment, and who knows, maybe a finished one? (yeah right! we know how that's going to turn out don't we!?!)
i have decided not to have functioning buttons, just decorative, with probably hooks underneath. but what worries me is that the last time i made a fairly loose fitting garment with hooks and bars they kept coming undone, there wasn't enough strain. any suggestions? my paletot is cotton velvet, and quilted right up to the edge, so i don't think there's any way i can do button holes.
any way, off to bed so i get up in the morning, so much still to do!

Comments

[mala-14.livejournal.com]

Could you maybe have the hooks and bars alternating on each side? Then the whole thing wouldn't be able to come undone at once.

[mlsdesigns.livejournal.com]

i wondered about that, i think i may go down that route, unless someone tells me it's totally wrong :p thanks!

[mala-14.livejournal.com]

You're welcome. I hope it's not totally wrong, but if it is then I'm sorry for giving you such bad advice. ;)

[mlsdesigns.livejournal.com]

hee hee :) it sounds like it would be the perfect solution, which makes the cynic in me think it must be wrong :) i love LJ, there's always someone who can help!

[mala-14.livejournal.com]

That is definitely one of the lovely bonuses of Livejournal. The number of tips and tricks I've learned from this community is just awesome.