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Tracing patterns, you say.  There's only one material to use for this, right?  Not on PatternReview! 

We found many suggestions from PR members for the materials we can use to trace patterns.  Here's a partial list:

The program director planned to enhance the educational component of the center by incorporating a special story and skit component to the curriculum for 3 to 10 year-olds.

She believes there's a lot to be learned by acting out the life of an animal and asked for costumes. It was required that the costumes be cartoon-like with exaggerated anatomical details. The costumes had to be sturdy enough for active little boys, washable, non-toxic, comfortable, and quick and easy to put on any size of child.

After poring through books and photos, visiting web sites and aquarium to collect information, Kathleen proposed depicting the life cycle of coho salmon. She decided to use appliqué and attach the fish characteristics to a basic hooded vest. With open sides, this garment could easily be popped over the head and
worn by different sized children.

Here's her account of the project...

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This crisscross design with the side tie or buckle looks great for many and is easy to dress up or down. 

Sleeve variations and lengths that go from tunic to full-length dress make this a very versatile pattern.  The
coordinating elastic waist pant takes you from business casual to yoga without having to worry about a wardrobe change.  This pattern will work with a variety of stretch knits: cotton interlock, jersey, matte jersey, lightweight double-knits, stretch velvet, two-way stretch, and novelty knit fabrics.