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MissCelie
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Maryland USA
Member since, 8/24/02

	Pattern Review	2/4/12 2:37 PM
	Butterick - 5562 Misses' Top Pattern Sizing: My pattern ran XS, S, M. I planned to sew the medium. But, after reading reviews decided to go with a smedium. I sewed a medium in the bust, small through the waist and back out to a medium in the hip. Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sew...more...
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	Pattern Review	1/30/12 10:27 AM
	BurdaStyle Magazine - 08-2008-101 Cape Pattern Description: Double breasted cape. I made this one for a vintage themed bicycle ride in Washignton DC. Pattern Sizing: 38 - 46 Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, very much so Were the instructions easy to follow? Because th...more...
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	Pattern Review	1/29/12 11:19 AM
	Butterick - 5522 Misses' Dress Pattern Description: A line designer inspired dress with bell sleeves. Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes! I didn't copy the colour exactly. I would have if I'd had the material. Were the instructions easy to follow? I usually hate ...more...
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	Pattern Review	7/15/11 7:53 AM
	BurdaStyle Magazine - 06-2010-123 Sack Dress Pattern Description: Misses' dress has front with cut-on shoulder yoke that wraps around to back, elasticated back shoulder seam, and relaxed fit. Pattern Sizing: 38 -46. I made a straight 38 and usually have to grade up in the hip. Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once ...more...
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	Pattern Review	7/8/11 10:41 AM
	BurdaStyle Magazine - 09-2009-121 Pleat Front Skirt Pattern Description: Full skirt with front tucks and back box pleats. Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Similar. I used a stiffer material so my skirt appears more full than it does on the model. Were the instructions easy to follow? Th...more...
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