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| Pattern Review | 5/22/13 10:04 AM | Kwik Sew - 3915 Collared T Shirt
PRELIMINARY NOTE:
It's a little misleading to call this a review of KS 3915, as the only part of the pattern that was used in the final garment is the width of the collar piece. However, I have provided a photo of the neckline/collar as drafted and pointed out a printing error, which will hopefully...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 5/17/13 9:31 AM | Kwik Sew - 3968 Fleece Socks
Pattern Description:
Crew-length fleece socks have sole, toe, and inner and outer upper front pieces. Can be colorblocked.
Pattern Sizing:
XS-XL, based on length of foot. I made an XS.
Fabric Used:
Fleece. Make sure you use a fleece that stretches!!!! One of mine did not and it didn't work.
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| Pattern Review | 4/26/13 9:35 AM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 09-2011-128 shoulder pleat blouse
Pattern Description:
Misses' blouse has front darts rotated into neck/shoulder pleats, extended front shoulder, front opening finished with facing, and back collar.
Pattern Sizing:
36-44. I graded to a 34 at the shoulders and bust, transitioning to a 38 at the hip.
Fabric Used:
A cotton with a l...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 4/12/13 9:10 AM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 01-2013-119 Half Spiral Sleeve Raglan Tee
Pattern Description:
Raglan tee has half-spiral ruched sleeve, twisted neck band, and gathered double hem tier. I used the sleeve below the sleevecap for my TNT tee.
Pattern Sizing:
34-42. So glad not to have to grade this! I used the 34.
Fabric Used:
A synthetic sweaterknit purchased in New Y...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 3/29/13 9:57 AM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 12-2011-105 Rosebud Wrap Skirt
Pattern Description:
Misses' wrap-style skirt has shaped hem, pleated front over-wrap, and waistband. I don't know if this would be considered a true wrap skirt or a mock-wrap skirt. The wrap is caught in the waistband and it has a back zipper closure (side zipper as drafted).
Pattern Sizing:
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