A: Absolutely! Although nearly every person has a "problem" area that can be helped with pattern making, others with definite major problem areas, such as yours, is what pattern making is really all about!
First of all, you'll be using YOUR OWN measurements to make the patterns, not a set of "standard" measurements used by the pattern companies. When you use your own measurements, you're taking into consideration the large bust (or high hips, broad shoulders, etc.) and the patterns will be made to fit YOU! Every pattern will be made with a perfect fit, simply because you (in this case) will be using your own large chest measurement AND your own narrow shoulder measurement, and the patterns have no choice but to fit!
Q: Does the book "Sewing Machine Repair for the Home Sewer" by Reuben Doyle tell how to "time" sewing machines?
A: Yes! The book covers "timing" of sewing machines, as well as adjusting the tensions (how to take it apart and put it back together!), problems with the bobbin area, and needle and thread problems. If you're having a specific problem (such as thread keeps breaking, thread keeps knotting up in the bobbin area, etc., etc.,) simply look up the problem in the book and you'll find possible reasons for the problem so you can do the check and fix the problem when it first starts to happen before it gets out of control.
Q: Is the "Twelve in one Magic Ruler" available in my local area?
A: At this time the "Twelve in one Magic Ruler" is an exclusive to Sarah's Sewing Supplies. If your local sewing/fabric/craft retailer is interested in this item, they can contact RS Creations, 3412 Holt Circle, Pensacola, FL 32526 for pricing. Thanks for asking.