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very cool. i pitched this pattern from my stash when i realized i was never going to wear them! but, they are ocming out well.
1/13/08 4:52 PM
Those show real potential. The fit looks great.
1/13/08 5:52 PM
The fit is perfect, Paula. Great job! About the topstitching...do you have a two forward, one back stitch on your machine? I use that for my Pfaff and it makes a great looking top-stitching. Other thought...this one might not be do-able...do you think you could get two metallic threads through the eye of the needle if you used a fairly large needle? Charity
1/24/08 10:41 PM
Regarding the metallic thread and top stitching: I recently finished up a project with some metallic top stitching, and the stitches weren't thick even for my taste. My solution was to used a triple stretch stitch---the one that you're supposed to use on the crotch of pants, it sews a straight stitch forward, then back, then forward again. It really helped the thread "pop" and look heavier. If your machine has that stitch option, you may want to try that.
1/25/08 9:57 AM
Charity and Sarah, that's what I meant when I said machine backstitch. When I use the straight stitch first, then go back over it with the triple stretch stitch it looks fine. The triple stitch by itself was not quite enough. But the pocket design now has the Jennifer seal of approval, so I'm good to go...just have to hand baste the silver cotton to the denim to avoid puckering. Thanks for looking!
1/25/08 1:04 PM
Oops, double posted.
1/25/08 2:35 PM
Great copy, great fit.
3/1/08 6:40 PM
cute shorts! Love the tab details on the waistband.
3/1/08 9:14 PM
Very cute! They look similar to the shorts I just bought my teenager! I will have to try to make these. Thanks for the great review.
3/2/08 1:03 AM
These turned out so well, I'm sure she's loving them.
3/2/08 1:16 AM
Your DD's short are just stylin' as they can be. Your meticulous and painstaking work has really paid off b/c you've nailed the RTW Designer pair. I especially like your hand stitched welt pocket detail. Lovely, Lily
3/2/08 1:35 AM
Great job!!!
3/2/08 9:51 AM
This is the cutest pair of shorts I've ever seen. You've done an impeccable job.
3/2/08 11:00 AM
Great knock-off. You can't tell you did the welt pockets for the first time, they're beautiful. Your daughter will be very, very pleased.
3/2/08 11:27 AM
Great review and cool shorts! I'm glad I'm not the only one who stumbled on the fly. I took a "break" after getting to it and they ended up as another UFO. I should bring them back out.
3/2/08 12:03 PM
Wonderfully detailed review and what a knock-off and knock-out!
3/2/08 12:49 PM
These turned out great, Paula! A very good reproduction! I know that was a lot of work, but you can truly be proud of your end result.
3/2/08 12:51 PM
Wow! You've captured the spirit of your inspiration beautifully. I love the belt loops and ties.
3/2/08 1:10 PM
These are so adorable! Love it.
3/2/08 1:22 PM
Thank you, everyone for your kind words. After seeing all the wonderful entries in the RTW contest, I felt a little intimidated about posting this review so your encouragement means a lot to me.
3/2/08 3:51 PM
WOW !! Perfect knock off, so cool looking. Your DH must love them ! Bravo and great welt pockets BTW...wish I could master those !
3/2/08 9:18 PM
Hawke...it's a lot easier if you're willing to do some of the stitching by hand...
3/2/08 10:08 PM
So cute! I'm sure your daughter absolutely loves them. :o)
3/3/08 2:17 PM
How completely perfect these shorts came out!!! Just fantastic!
3/8/08 10:42 PM
Your version is much better than the original. Much more sharp, less slouchy and cheap looking!
3/13/08 0:19 AM
it looks awesome! great job!
5/30/08 11:39 AM
Awesome, your daughter should be so proud of Mom. What a great job you did on the pockets and construction overall.
5/30/08 10:37 PM
WOW. AMAzing! I bet she loves these!
6/3/08 5:08 PM
Nice. You did a fantastic job. The modifications were surperb. I especially love the fabric and belt loops.
2/8/10 4:09 PM
The shorts are gorgeous. My daughter would love it.
12/14/10 3:11 PM