I'm going to have the same problem with the bikini bottom, I think... :/ it's got those "thick" edges as well... Cin-, me and the grouping tool aren't buddies, I would appreciate any help you can give me with this. Your solution sounds good because if it works I don't have to start remapping or anything else which I find hopelessly complicated. This is definitely one of those days when I am so happy to be a Renderosity member. You guys are the best. Now I'll go before I start to weep :-)