| Pattern Review | 8/7/12 12:15 PM |
Simplicity - 2320 Pattern Sizing:
I made size 6.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes. But I like mine better!
Were the instructions easy to follow?
In general yes. BUT:
I made the cap sleeves, and there is no indication that you should not use a 5/8" sea...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 8/5/12 2:40 PM |
Simplicity - 2019 Already reviewed here. This time I used Denyse Schmidt fabrics and I used 3 different ones. It gets rave reviews - the fabric is fantastic.
When writing this review I did a search to find the pattern number. I came across another pattern that is either similar or the exact same dress: view C of Si...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 8/5/12 12:55 PM |
Simplicity - 3803 Threads Day Gown I already did a review of the pattern itself here. For this version, I used a slightly heavier cotton - still nowhere near quilting weight - more like a lawn I suppose.
I took 5/8" off the centre back this time, and it worked well. I also redistributed the skirt gathers more equally so it does not...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 8/2/12 2:20 PM |
Colette Patterns - 0003 Sorbetto Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Not really because I changed the front.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes!
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
Apart from it being free? It is very simple to make, and doe...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 8/2/12 2:18 PM |
Vogue Patterns - 8701 Misses' Jacket, Dress, Skirt And Pants Pattern Description:
I did the straight, 7-panel skirt.
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. Very simple construction.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
It is a gr...more... |
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