I used to sew Advanced Vogue patterns but not in a while. I know just enough about large prints to ask a myriad of questions. For decades, I've wanted a good quality Chinoisserie print. A local store,Calico Corners, had an excellent one but with Arabic/Crusader motifs rathern than Asian ones. I plunked down the money but knew I could not sew for a while. The staff and an artist friend pointed out the central motif and where I should continue the theme by side panels. They agreed that I can't just sedw a single seam across the width. The fabric is heavy so I can't use the curtain rod treatment that I planned. A good example of how to ask even more questions before a purchase.
B/c I had no tailor's chalk or other marking devices, I thought I would just bring the fabric and the chalk when I was ready to sew. The store closed. There is another location but about two hours away.
I no longer see a dominant motif. The fabric was worth the money considering the dyes and print quality. I'd rather not ruin it. The local sewing store is no longer womanned by sewers. The sales people would not know a straight seam or darts.
Does anyone have expertise in large prints? Where could I get help? I adore bold prints, in general. A solid fabric seems very nice right now.