Five bows and a lace length

Bow 5 asks for individual bow accessories. Lace Trim 10 cm asks for a length of the named trim type. Five lengths of trim do not substitute for five bows, and five bows do not supply the lace length.

A decorated gown on the mannequin with Bow 5/5 and Lace Trim 138/10 green alongside the four style rows and Quality
The pictured dress has Bow 5/5 and Lace Trim 138/10. Its style rows read Romantic 133/50, Cute 121/50, Eveningwear 122/50 and Elaborate 67/25, with Quality 97/80. The accessory targets are five bows and 10 cm, not the example's full lace length. View full screenshot.

A silk-and-lace frill plan

The documented pattern is a flared begonia bodice, angel sleeves and frill skirt, using silk and lace. Begin with that shape and compare the fabric cards against all four style requirements. The frill route suits this decorative brief, while silk and lace offer choices for the Romantic, Cute and Eveningwear mix.

Check Elaborate as well as the three higher targets. A draft can look suitably romantic and still be short on Elaborate. If one style lags, change the fabric or pattern piece that supplies that style and read the updated draft before cutting more material; the two accessory counts alone cannot tell you whether the style plan works.

Keep the accessory checks separate

After sewing, place the bow accessories and check the Bow row. Then choose Lace Trim and apply at least 10 cm. If the lace row stays short, check the accessory type first: ordinary Trim is a different item, and a dress made from lace fabric has not automatically gained Lace Trim.

You may use more than the minimum if you prefer the look. The example's 138 cm is decoration beyond the requirement, so stop adding length once your own row passes unless you want more. Extra bows and lace do not fix Quality if it remains below 80.

Before delivery

  1. Bow at least 5, with the accessories actually on the dress.
  2. Lace Trim at least 10 cm, checked separately from ordinary Trim and lace fabric.
  3. Eveningwear, Cute and Romantic each at least 50; Elaborate at least 25.
  4. Quality at least 80, then finish and choose Complete Commission.