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| Pattern Review | 1/2/12 11:27 AM | McCall's - 6172 Misses' Lined Jackets in 3 Lengths
Pattern Description:
Close fitting, partially interfaced, darted jackets A, B, C with side panels, have notched collar and two-piece sleeves; jacket B has welt pockets and self-faced flaps, hip length;
Pattern Sizing:
Misses 8-22. I made a 12 with alterations.
Fabric Used:
Cotton corduroy fro...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 11/26/11 11:23 AM | Vogue Patterns - 1064 MISSES' JACKET AND PANTS
Pattern Description:
Semi-fitted, partially interfaced, lined jacket has multiple waistline darts, princess seams, shoulder pads, two-piece sleeve with slit and front button closure.
Pattern Sizing:
Misses 8-22. I made a size 12.
Fabric Used:
Wool tweed from G-Street, interfaced with cotton v...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 9/19/11 7:53 PM | Vogue Patterns - 1167 Misses' Jacket, Top And Pants
Pattern Description:
Vogue says: loose-fitting, lined, above hipline jacket has welt pockets, pleated lined collar, raglan sleeves with pleats and concealed button closure.
Pattern Sizing:
Misses 8-22. I made roughly a 12.
Fabric Used:
Green heavyweight hemp, I think from fabric.com. The patt...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 8/27/11 12:37 PM | Other - Aardvark to Zebra Dragon
Pattern Description:
Stuffed toy dragon with variations by Aardvark to Zebra.
Fabric Used:
Microsuede from Joanns, novelty gold coated fabric, red silk dupioni. Stuffing was scoured wool of too low quality for other projects. I recommend selecting fabrics that do not fray easily unless you have...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 8/27/11 12:12 PM | Butterick - 5647 Misses Jacket
Pattern Description:
Unlined, fitted jacket has sleeve and collar variations, back vent, vertical darts, faux pocket flaps. I made a combination of views B (collar) and D (long sleeves).
Pattern Sizing:
Misses 8-22. I made a 12 tapering out at the lower hem.
Fabric Used:
"Couture Linen" from ...more... |
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