I have really enjoyed reading all the comments on this string. I used to make all my clothes and my daughters also. Have made everything from square dance dresses to sports coast for my husband.
Nowadays I buy dressy things and haunt thrift stores for men's shirts and sweatshirts that are a couple of sizes to large for me because I love to remake them.
The shirts are really cute, you can use your scraps, or buy new. Cut off the bottom, cut off the sleeves to the length you want and start trimming. If you are interested I will give the complete instructions.
This is great for anyone out there in my situation, getting older and broader.