Here's my first test run of the cummerbund pattern with the new plaid fabric. It has four pleats - which should be worn facing up. Supposedly the pleats face up so a gentleman could tuck his ticket stubs or cash in the folds. Or maybe a snack for later.
This fabric isn't quite perfect in it's arrangement, but the general scale and colors are excellent. Still a good find. I haven't had much luck with custom printing yet - the reds always turn out dull and faded. Most commercial pattern companies have a basic Cummerbund pattern. McCall's 4321 is excellent (and also has a great vest pattern for Riff Raff).