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| Pattern Review | 3/29/13 3:37 PM | StyleArc - Demi Drape Top Demi Drape Top
Pattern Description: Cowl neck top with build-in cami.
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Pattern Sizing: StyleArc patterns are single-size only. I used size 8. I forgot to grade out at the hips, which I normally do, but it turned out not to be a problem. The hips are a little snug, but not excessively so.
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| Pattern Review | 3/29/13 3:22 PM | Vogue Patterns - 8879 Misses Top
Pattern Description: Pullover knit tops with neck and sleeve bands. I made view A, with the kimono sleeves and V-neck.
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Pattern Sizing: I made my usual 8 at the neck blending to 12 at the hips. I probably could have gone with a 10 at the hips. This top is not baggy, but it's not super ...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 1/29/13 1:02 PM | Burda - 7321 misses jacket
Pattern Description: Fitted, lined jacket with princess seams, two-piece sleeves, and standing collar. Pleat at lower back creates a slight peplum look. Front pockets are in princess seams.
I made View B with the contrasting collar, pockets, and pleat, but I did not include the braided trim.
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| Pattern Review | 1/22/13 9:34 AM | McCall's - 6612 Misses'/Women's Dresses
Pattern Description: Close-fitting, pullover dresses. I made View D and added the sleeves from view B.
Pattern Sizing: 8-16. I made my usual 8 at the shoulders blending to a 12 at the hips.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes!
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| Pattern Review | 11/13/12 3:57 PM | New Look - 6129 Misses Skirts
Pattern Description: Elastic waist A-line skirts with length and pocket variations. Maxi skirts include side slit.
Pattern Sizing: I cut a 10 at the waist blending to a 12 at the hips. This ended up being a bit too big, so I'd say the pattern runs large.
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My mother taught me to sew when I was about 8. I sewed up until I graduated from college. Started sewing again when I bought a house - mostly home dec projects. After spending a lot of time on home re...more
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