It takes a lot to make me sit up and take notice while my coffee's still brewing, but these sure did. They're pattern reference cards, but they're way niftier than a mere yardage conversion chart that you throw in your purse. Behold these handy dandy little babies:
Isn't that great? Not just generic estimates for "shirt" or "dress" but allowances for the kind of shirt or dress -- since we all know a strappy little tank takes a lot less fabric than a ruffled, billowy pirate shirt. Genius, I tell you!
For a chance to win a set of cards, check out Grosgrain's How Much Fabric? Giveaway. If you want to purchase them, go straight to Gwyn Hug.