Sweet Nothings - Venus Tanga

This Venus Tanga is one of the projects in the Sweet Nothings book. The first project actually. You need to scan a couple of pattern pieces, scale up to 200%, and print.

It is very straight forward; cut two lengths of stretch lace, at an angle to get the v shape. Stitch together. Cut one crotch piece in the lace, and another in a jersey. Stitch on. Add bow, finished. And the result is both pretty and solid.

The crotch looks very small, but seems that that is what is required with this style. I am pleased the crotch is lined, but, the two crotch pieces are initially sewn wrong sides together, leaving raw edges exposed. It really wouldn't take any extra effort to sew the two long edges right sides together, and then turn out to sew the two short edges. And you'd have those seams nicely hidden. I'll make sure to do that myself next time.

Also, you are told to melt the polyester thread to secure. I mean, yeah, sure, but, I think it is the only time any instructions have ever actually instructed me to do that.

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