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Rachelking1980  |
AUSTRALIA
Member since, 1/18/09
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| Pattern Review | 9/9/10 3:25 AM | Simplicity - 2443 Misses' Dresses
Pattern Sizing:
I cut a size 10, but wish I had cut a size 8, or at least graded it down to an 8 in the bodice, waistband and skirt.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes - although I think mine sits a tad lower than the envelope picture...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 9/7/10 3:11 AM | Vogue Patterns - 8615 SPEC OCCASION
Pattern Description:
Lined, below mid-knee or below mid-calf dresses A, B have fitted bodice, back neckline is lower than front and three-quarter or full length sleeves, flared skirt has side seam pockets and back zipper. Purchased petticoat and belt. Separate pattern pieces provided for A, B, C, ...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 9/5/10 6:32 AM | Simplicity - 2360 Misses' Dresses
Pattern Sizing:
I made the size 10 but may have needed to taken it in a little.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
I think so! I made the yellow version.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
The instructions were very easy to follow. ...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 5/31/10 6:20 AM | Vogue Patterns - 1059 MISSES' PANTS
So, here is my guide to sewing trousers. I am no expert, but I certainly learnt some things along the way.
The number one thing I learnt is that it is imperative to make a muslin. Here are the alterations I made from the muslin:
First of all, I followed Maree P's (check out her awesome reviews her...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 4/26/10 6:23 AM | Advance Pattern Company - 3929 1945 dress with a tie collar
Pattern Description:
1945 dress with a tie collar. Six gores, gathered waistline and kimono sleeves.
Pattern Sizing:
This was a Bust 34, Hip 37. I resized it to fit me.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes!! I think so. I thought ab...more... |
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I started sewing approximately 18 months ago (in August 2008) when I decided I was paying far too much for clothing, and wanted to wear clothing that wasn't available in commercial stores. So I starte...more
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