Quote Originally Posted by way2fractious View Post
I'm guessing all your calculations are based on hip (or "rump") measurements. In that case, 11 reveals of 2.75 each is 30.25 inches, plus the 10-inch apron makes 40.25 inches total. That should still give you enough for the seam allowances. Don't forget seam allowances for the apron edges, too.

One word of caution: Ripping 3-inch strips of tartan can be dicey. Even if it doesn't go sideways on you, you'd still lose threads from the ripped edges which you need for the seam allowances. [deep voice] This case calls for scissors, Doctor.

(p.s. Irreplaceable tartan? Nahh. Squeeze out more just by cutting Panache's caloric intake so his XMarks kilt can be made smaller from his 4-yard tartan order. )
You're right, I hadn't thought about the seam allowance for the apron. Luckily, I have enough. The other calculations match mine-look closely at my scribble .

I agree, ripping is not going to work. Damn, I hate trying to cut straight lines! And I can't use the stripes in the tartan to guide me, because I will be cutting in the plain blue areas . Ah well, I'll just be careful and get myself a long straight edge. What I really want is a drafting table, but there's no room in the house.

Actually, the new run of tartan is heavier, so the sett wouldn't match (oh my, I've become a Tartan Geek!). Therefore it is truly irreplaceable.

Be well,