I'm facing the same issue. When I bought my strapless dress in January, the bridal salon assured me that if I was to bring in the lace that I wanted for the bolero, that they would be able to make it for me. Now, after I've found the lace, which took several trips, I'm trying to make the appointment to have the thing made and I'm being told they CAN'T do this for me! Argh! Get your stories straight! Had I been told this when I bought the dress, I could have spent the last 3 months looking for patterns and dressmakers! I'm so mad!
So - can anyone tell me where I can find a pattern, or can anyone send one to me? nemmy1@yahoo.com.
Thanks! 