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Lena Merrin  |
AUSTRALIA
Member since, 2/5/09
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| Pattern Review | 8/7/12 0:25 AM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 04-2010-114 Boxy top
A good fit, nice shirt pattern as usual. Suits all shirtings, no stretch required.
I traced a wrong collar and ended up with a seventies feel, but I don't mind :) No waist darts front or back, so belt is needed, otherwise from the back it looks like a tent.
I have also put a pocket on a different s...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 5/19/12 8:56 PM | Burda - 7579 PANTSUIT
I made a jacket only and quite satisfied with general fit. I used stretch denim, but the fit would be fine in non-stretch also.
I have found pockets to be rather strangely located - very close to CF. Also pocket flaps appear to be too short for pocket openings, but it might be my error in tracing. ...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 4/25/12 11:05 PM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 06-2010-115
Pretty simple yet elegant shorts, pleated front, turn-ups, shaped waistband, belt loops, side pockets and single welt back pockets.
Contents of the fabric I used are unknown to me, but I was told it was a woollen suiting. This fabric has a very soft feel, beautiful drape, some body and two way stre...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 11/2/11 5:19 AM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 03-2009-106 Drawstring neck blouse
Pattern Description:
Fitted blouse, 3/4 sleeve with cuffs, button front, interesting collar/yoke detail. Drawstring V-neck, gathers replace bust dart.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes, exactly
Were the instructions easy to follow?
I...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 8/25/11 0:47 AM | Self Drafted Pattern - 167133-1000 Camishirt
Pattern Description:
A very simple pattern, includes bust darts, button stand and adjustable straps
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes, exactly what I imagined it to be :)
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I...more... |
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