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| Pattern Review | 5/20/12 9:52 PM | McCall's - 6556 Misses' Dresses:Fashion Star
Pattern Description: Pullover dresses have narrow hems. A: loose-fitting, tucked front and back extend into armhole drape. B: very close-fitting, bias self bindings (armhole extends into shoulder straps).
Pattern Sizing: I made view A in a size 10, with one seam done as a 12. . Sizing is 4-12 or 1...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 2/20/12 10:44 AM | Vogue Patterns - 8527 CLUTCH BAGS
Pattern Description: "CLUTCH BAGS: Package includes patterns and instructions for five lined clutch bags. Bag A, B: 13" W x 6" L, gathered flap and detachable strap. B: contrast flap. Bag C, D: 14" W x 8" L, pleated front and loop handle. C: purchased acrylic stones. D: front straps. Bag E: 12 1/2"...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 2/17/12 9:48 AM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 09-2010-122 September cover dress
** This is an update to my original review since I've made a second version of this dress, this time color blocked.
Fabric - It was very easy to do this dress in multiple colors since there are so many seams - I used white for the bodice top, shoulders and sleeves, green and purple for the mid se...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 1/3/12 8:23 PM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 10-2010-136 Skirt (Karl Lagerfeld)
Pattern Description: Mini skirt with cuff and pleats designed by Karl Lagerfeld for BurdaStyle Magazine.
Pattern Sizing: 34-42. I made it in a 38 based on my waist measurement. I normally have to grade out at the hips 1-2 sizes, but this pattern had plenty of ease there, so it basically fit me w...more... |
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Pattern Review  Work in Progress | 11/23/11 5:56 PM | Vogue Patterns - 1259 Misses' Top and Skirt
This was a bit of a wadder for me, but I thought should get a review anyway.
Pattern Description: MISSES' TOP AND SKIRT: Close fitting. No provision provided for above waist adjustment. Raw edges of fabric will show on front and back seams of both garments.
Pattern Sizing: 4-16. I cut a 12 at th...more... |
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