the sleeve placket.

i don't like the pattern's method for the sleeve placket. there's too much stress at the top edge.

i used embroidery scissors to snip all the way to the last stitch at the top point. i can't snip any farther, or i'll cut right through the last stitch at the top of the point.



i've also tried pressing the crap out of it, but it's still pulling & puckering at the top.



i found another method that looks to be less stressful to the fabric (it's also a nicer finish), but i'm not sure if it's too late to give it a try considering i've already slashed & burned my fabric.

i guess this is one of the reasons you "make a muslin" prior to sewing the final garment. so you can try out different methods on cheaper fabric.

the flip side of the muslin concept is that i am easily bored & the last thing i want to do is sew this blouse again.