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Burda: 7192 (Jacket, top and pants) - Type:Pants

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2/17/13 5:53 PM

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Burda 7192

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Pattern Rating:

Highly Recommend

See other patterns in this category: Tops Coat/Jacket Pants

Available for sale on PR: $8.96 (See envelope)

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Fabric:

Gabardine [See other projects in this fabric]

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Time to Sew:
These weren't too bad at all. Being that I was moving slow because Burda instructions are a bit confusing--I think it took less than 10 hours.

Sewing Ease (scale 1 easy to 10 difficult):
Not hard at all. I'd give this about a 5. As a whole pants without any fancy designs are pretty easy to sew. You just sew up the legs (front/back piece)--put the 2 tubes in each other and sew up the crotch curve. Then progress with the rest.

Pattern Description:
Pants with mock yoke pockets.

Pattern Sizing:
Size 14

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?
So-So! Burda instructions aren't always the best. I had to pull out some other resources for clarification. For instance I didn't understand how they recommended sewing on the waist band. They recommended sewing it on as 2 separate pieces and then sew the center back seam. It could've been just me, but it was a tad bit confusing.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
The pattern is WELL drafted! I loved the wider leg and the slimmer fit at the waist. There were little "mock" pockets---I mean they were pockets but hardly usable. They could've just omitted them.

Fabric Used:
Charcoal gray suiting fabric. I think it was a medium weight gabardine. It was perfect for these pants!

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I didn't really make any major changes. I adjusted the fit of the pattern to suit my body and get a good fit such as crotch curve changes, etc. I'll discuss that in my NEXT POST. I did lengthen the pattern by 2". That actually ended up NOT being long enough--especially to wear with 3" heels. So I could only do a 5/8" hem on it. I knew I should have made it longer---especially since I have about a 34" inseam. I did have to eliminate the gaping in the center back of my waistband and that was easy to do---just added a dart in it. I also skipped adding the crease. Also---I made some "unintentional changes"---aka mistakes.--LOL!!!I had a little snafu with the zipper insertion but recovered from it. It's sad because I clearly wasn't paying attention---I've used Sandra Betzina's fly front tutorial countless of times and have never had a problem with it. It's the best tutorial out there.

What would you do differently next time?:
I would probably leave off the pockets since they aren't very useful.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Not sure if I'd sew it again but I highly recommend it. Since I'm so short-waisted, I usually wear my shirts out and thus don't need a pants with all of the pockets, belt loops and such---no one ever sees them. I like pockets and stuff in my fitted jeans/capris but not so much my slacks. Might not make much sense but it's my preference.

Wardrobe Versatility:
It's charcoal gray---it practically goes with everything. I'd love to pair it with bright colored sweaters (hence the bright pink) like bright yellow and orange. I think these are definitely a wardrobe staple.

Conclusion:
Very nice pair of pants!!! I couldn't be more pleased!!!!!

For more photos and commentary feel free to visit my blog at www.tenthousandsewinghours.blogspot.com

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	Elona said... Lovely, lovely pants! You did a terrific job (and isn't Burda's draft just great?). 2/17/13 8:32 PM
	Vintage Joan said... Beautiful pants! 2/17/13 8:33 PM
	mesewlot said... Excellent workmanship and great fit!! 2/17/13 9:22 PM
	margy.64 said... Just love the shape of these pants. Very flattering on you. 2/17/13 11:28 PM
	canei said... Great job, they are awesome!!! 2/18/13 8:26 AM
	grays08 said... I just had this pattern out thinking that the pants were fabulous on it, you have proven it! Great job! I've got to make mine now.... 2/18/13 9:15 AM
	Levone said... Great looking pants! You achieved a great fit! 2/18/13 3:44 PM
	AndreaSews said... Fabulous fit! Look great on you, perfect fit! 2/18/13 11:40 PM
	norie creates said... Wow! Your pants turned out great! I'll have to add this pattern to my list! Thanks for the detailed review! 2/19/13 8:44 PM
	Erin D said... Your pants are perfect. I am super impressed by your lack of back wrinkles. I have not been able to do that! 2/20/13 10:52 PM
	ChristineX said... Those really are beautiful pants. Awesome! 2/21/13 5:09 PM

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