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Kwik Sew: 3484 (Men Shirts) thumbsup - Type:Mens - Shirts    printable version
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Reviewed by:Andreahg
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Posted on:6/17/09 4:53 PM
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Available for sale on PR: $11.49 (See envelope)
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Fabric:Cotton Broadcloth  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description: Men's retro bowling shirts

Pattern Sizing:S-XXL I made L

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?yes

Were the instructions easy to follow? As always with KwikSew, very thorough, although I'm not very happy with the collar.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?This pattern is an exact copy of the retro bowling shirts that my husband wears every day.

Fabric Used:Kona cotton and a quilting cotton for the contrast.

Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: no design changes or alterations

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
It is my husband's Father's Day present. If he's happy with it, I could see myself making lots of these.

Conclusion:
This is a great pattern that was easy and fast to make. It's an affordable alternative for RTW bowling shirts that usually run about $65. My husband always complains that the RTW shirts are hot. RTW are usually polyester, so I hope he'll be more comfortable in a cotton version of his favorite style.

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Reader Comments
michellep74 6/17/09Very cool shirt!
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Sickofitcindy 6/17/09That looks excellent! Now I want to make one for my bf.
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a.me.s 6/17/09very cool!
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SheBear0320 6/17/09Looks great -- I'm sure your DH will love it.
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Sherril Miller 6/17/09Oh, how wild! I love it.
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Pam~Off The Cuff~ 6/17/09Nice shirt. You say that you are not too happy with the collar. I sew mens shirts as my profession and have many tips and tutorials about shirt construction (several about making better collars) on my site, http://Off-The-Cuff-Style.blogspot.com If you go there, look on the left side for a list of topics that link to the tips, techniques, and tutorials. :)
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Sweetiebop 6/17/09Andrea this shirt turned out great. Hope he likes the cotton.
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VintageBerry 6/18/09I love the colors! Men need more color! I will look into this for DH, he may go for it,perhaps pink? (j/k)
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Debbie Cook 6/18/09This shirt ROCKS! Love the animal print. I'm stealing that idea. ;-)
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Sweetsong 6/18/09Now you did it...:) Have fabric for my husband for a shirt, but no pattern yet. Great Father's Day present.
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rejoyce 6/18/09Great review! I hope your husband loves his present.
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