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Altering necklines and shoulders
Alison Smith MBE reveals how to achieve a fabulous fit across your shoulders and neckline
Follow Alison’s tips to sew your Butterick 6676 dress
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This month’s Butterick 6676 pattern is a fabulous dress that will take you through to the summer.
However, a dress like this that looks so simple requires good fitting shoulders and neckline. So, let me show you how to fit these areas and alter them if necessary.
Let’s start with the shoulders. All good tops and dresses need good-fitting shoulders, as the shoulders and neckline frame your face. However, fitting shoulders and necklines on yourself can be difficult and you may require a fitting friend!