|
|
| Pattern Review | 3/9/10 2:12 PM | Simplicity - 3169 Vintage "One Yard" blouse
Pattern Description: Vintage "one yard" sleeveless blouse with diagonal yokes, back neck opening, and collar options.
Pattern Sizing: Misses 32"-36" bust. Also junior misses in 29"-31".
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Pretty much, exce...more... |
| 10 comments |
| |
| Book Review | 3/1/10 1:51 PM | Pattern Cutting & Making Up for Outerwear Fashions
I came across this book because I have been checking out all the patternmaking books at my local library. I'm not really into sewing outerwear so I haven't tried out any of the info, but I decided to review this book because its breadth of info impressed me. It covers not just designing coat and jac...more... |
| 2 comments |
| |
| Pattern Review | 2/5/10 2:46 PM | Simplicity - 3503 Misses Day or Evening Knit
This is the first time I've sewn with knits, and I wanted to start out with a simple pressure-free project. By "pressure-free" I mean something I wouldn't care about too much. I'm calling this my "sewing dress" because it'll be good to wear while fitting since it goes on and comes off easily. I gues...more... |
| 8 comments |
| |
| Pattern Review | 2/3/10 9:33 PM | Simplicity - 2501 Misses Tops
I originally ignored this pattern in the Simplicity catalog because I really dislike the collar options, but after seeing the first reviews, I decided I could work around the collar. The bodice, what with its waistband, peplum, and dart tucks, is just too flattering to resist. I guess this is both t...more... |
| 12 comments |
| |
|
Conversations I am participating in
|
|
About Me
I've been a vintage junky since I was 13, and at a curvy 5'10" its very hard for me to find things that fit me, esp things that satisfy my yen for uniqueness and distinction. So, I decided to teach my...more
 | send me a PM |
| My Reviews |
| patterns: 20 |
| books: 2 |
| tips: 2 |
|
