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| wendybirde |
Rhode Island USA
Member since, 1/18/10
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| Pattern Review | 1/31/13 1:03 PM | McCall's - 6559 Misses' Unlined Jackets and Dresses
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes. Except for the part where it was totally shapeless.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I like the patchwork part of the design, bu...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 1/14/13 9:54 AM | Butterick - 5509 Aprons
Fabric: 100% cotton canvas from the Bargain Loft at Lorraine Fabrics in Pawtucket, RI
Pattern: Butterick 5509 (View B/E) from stash
Total cost: 3 yds. x $1.99/yd. = $6
Year: The pattern is a "Making History" pattern, I intended it to be 1913.
Notions: None.
Hours to complete: 4 for the apron, 1 ...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 12/26/12 9:47 AM | Simplicity - 9958 Mens and Boys Boxers
Pattern Sizing:
I made the Men's small.
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?
Yes, I only had one hiccup. This was when it came to the fly opening. The order of stitching was a tad confusing, although ...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 4/13/12 6:18 PM | McCall's - 6435 Misses' Tops
Pattern Description:
Misses' t-shirt with contrast yoke/sleeves.
Pattern Sizing:
Numbered. I made a 12, I'm normally a 14 but in RTW I'm an 8 petite.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
For the most part. The v in the heart yoke is pointy ...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 4/5/12 8:24 AM | Simplicity - 2258 misses skirts and pants
Pattern Description:
Skirt in three lengths, capri pants and shorts. Easy to Sew pattern.
Pattern Sizing:
Size 6-22. I made a size 14. I usually make either a 14 or 12 but almost always have lots of ease. This skirt fit EXACTLY with just enough ease for movement. Since I usually wear a junior size ...more... |
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