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prudence rabbit |
Ohio USA Member since, 3/28/08 Advanced Beginner |
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| Pattern Review | 1/22/09 1:31 PM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 09-2008-115 115 Blouse Pattern Description:
"Royal blue taffeta raises this blouse to aristocratic realms! Other details are a shirred collar and waist darts that open into unpressed pleats to create a pretty peplum. Sporty jersey snaps replace classic buttons for a witty contrast."
Pattern Sizing:
34-42
I made a 36
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Pattern Review Work in Progress | 8/12/08 12:14 PM | Contest - Mini Wardrobe - Aug 2008 Chocolate Covered Blueberries This review is a work in progress for the August Mini Wardrobe Contest.
Chocolate Covered Blueberries (yum!!)
Pants: BWOF 04-08-124 wide legged pants with a wide curved waistband, front fly, and front hip-yoke pockets.
Fabric main fabric, dark blue denim, pocket lining and waistband lining, red/y...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 7/30/08 6:03 PM | Self Drafted Pattern - 130644-1000 the sylvia top front
back
side
front again
Here it is, my very first design, the Sylvia Top!
I've had this idea in my head (and in my sketchbook) for some time, and now I finallly have something to show for it. Yippee!
Original sketch
The Process:
I started with a basic sloper for a knit top, and attempted to us...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 7/16/08 3:30 PM | Simplicity - 3773 wide-collar tunic Pattern Description: Sleeveless tunic with wide collar and cutaway shoulders.
Pattern Sizing: 10
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes.
Were the instructions easy to follow? Very easy. I did have to reread the collar instructions a c...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 7/13/08 11:31 PM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 07-2008-101 tops Pattern Description: view A "Narrow front pleats add interest to this little top that's cinched to the waist by a self-fabric tie-belt. Adjustable straps add a practical feature."
Pattern Sizing: 36, but I'll probably do a 34 if I make it again. It's a tiny bit loose for a stretch tank. I'm not...more... |
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About Me I live in a little house of many colors with several lovely dogs, quite a few lovely cats, and one bicycle-loving SO. I sew, I draw, I knit, I walk barefoot in the grass. I love artichoke pizza and d...more
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