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| Pattern Review | 3/28/11 10:30 PM | Other - March 2011 Mini Wardrobe March 2011 Mini-Wardrobe
This is the composite review for the March 2011 Mini-wardrobe.
My existing item was a burgundy lightweight exercise jacket. I bought this at JC Penney a couple of years ago, but wasn't using it much.
Patterns Used
1. New Look 6405 - black/pink/gold, cotton lycra knit
2. Jalie 2682 - blue flora...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 3/28/11 10:11 PM | New Look - 6405 Misses' Knit Tops
Pattern Description:
Cross-over and mandarin collar knits tops - sleeveless, short sleeve, or long sleeve.
Pattern Sizing:
8-18
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?
Yes, very easy to follow.
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| Pattern Review | 3/28/11 10:02 PM | No Pattern Used - 03-2011 Skirt Simple A-line pull-on skirt
Pattern Description:
Simple knit A-line pull-on skirt with elastic waist.
Pattern making process:
I made the skirt width at the top about 4" less than my hips. This is based on the stretch of the fabric. I knew I could stretch it over my hips. But, it reduced the amount of fabric at the waist...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 3/28/11 9:38 PM | Vogue Patterns - 8397 MISSES' PANTS
Pattern Description:
Elastic waist, pull-on pants with an artsy touch
Pattern Sizing:
8-14 Based on other reviews, I went down one size to a 14, my normal size would be a 16. However, with a nice drapey fabric like this, a 14 would have been fine for view B.
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| Pattern Review | 2/28/11 0:33 AM | No Pattern Used - 02262011 Guest room Curtains
Pattern Description:
Curtains for my guest room.
These were to replace some old, faded, curtains. You can see how the sun beat on these curtains. Also, I wanted to add some other colors to the room.
Fabric Used:
I used a quilting cotton. It is a bit heavier than some quilting cottons.
I used m...more... |
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