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| Pattern Review | 4/24/12 2:13 PM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 09-2011-128 shoulder pleat blouse
Pattern Description:
Sleeveless blouse with shoulder folds, v-neckline, small standup collar and front buttons.
Pattern Sizing:
Usual 36 -44. I have an upper chest measurement of 39" and a bust measurement of 44" so I made a 42 with an FBA of 1 1/2 inches. This will change if the fabric has mor...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 4/1/12 5:22 PM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 05-2010-105
Pattern Description: Easy sewing knit dress with elastic waist, sleeveless blouson bodice, and straight skirt.
Pattern Sizing: I am a 44/36/41, 5'6", grandma with a swayback and thick legs and thighs. Usually I do a 1" FBA. Burda sizing is usually a 44 with alterations.
Did it look like the p...more... |
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| Sewing Tip | 9/3/10 9:27 PM | Finding your pattern pieces quickly on a Burda Magazine pattern sheet
In her blog, KatC83 received a tip from Anonymous on how to read the Burda pattern sheets. I have modified her directions below:
The individual pattern pieces are actually very easy to find.
1. Look at the directions for an individual pattern.
2. Find the location for your pattern pieces on ...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 2/10/10 3:26 PM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 04-2009-119
Pattern Description:
The trousers/pants fit closely at the hips and waist then flare gently to the hems.
Pattern Sizing:
36 – 44
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes. You can't see the pants in the photo - you must go to the technica...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 2/10/10 2:23 PM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 09-2009-130 Vest
Pattern Description:
Frog fasteners and braid trim lend this sweet little waistcoat/vest a Russian look. The front is not buttoned but fastened with snaps.
Pattern Sizing:
34 - 42
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
No. I modified the fr...more... |
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