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BurdaStyle Magazine: 05-2004-136 (Tops, Trousers) - Type:Activewear    printable version
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MaryBeth said...
This set is quite good looking with the contrast stripe and princess lines. I love your use of FOE to do the side seam detail, brilliant! I also have not been entirely pleased with drawstring elastic, mine fall down! So far I prefer making my own with elastic in the waistband and running a drawstring through eyelets.
5/21/04 10:07 AM
Linda E. said...
mary good looking set looks good on you. I also notice your black cat he looks lik mine.
5/21/04 11:47 AM
deetlebug said...
I really like this outfit. You did a great job
5/21/04 12:13 PM
Monica R said...
Mary, I love it. Your top & pants turned out great. I glanced over this in the Burda mag last month but now I've got to try it. Thanks for a great review.
5/21/04 12:16 PM
Becky Coleman said...
As always, Mary, your clothes look great! I like the way you used stripes (I was looking for color block, so it was a surprise :) ) Good job! Becky
5/21/04 5:39 PM
Diane E said...
Mary, your set is wonderful and very couture! I love the striped tee front. Looks terrific. I love the detailed review and inspiration.
5/22/04 10:52 AM
AnneM said...
That's nice! I like the color-blocking and the lines of this top. Nice alternative to a typical T.
5/22/04 2:34 PM
Danvillegirl said...
Both look very good on you. I have this magazine and I keep looking at the patterns for the top. I think I can make it fit but may need to grade down a little. Thank you for reviewing. Love the stripes and solids together.
5/22/04 7:57 PM
JeanetteE said...
VERY cute tee. Love it. Now to dig out my copy of that mag...
5/23/04 11:24 AM
Rennie Ashby said...
Mary, I've recently fallen in love with BWOF. Your part of the reason I've actually started using them instead of just thinking of it as a fashion mag. Your outfits always look so RTW and professional.
5/23/04 1:29 PM
Izzie said...
Mary, Very creative use of fabric! Your tops look better than the magazine pictures!
5/24/04 2:47 PM
Mbarkle said...
thanks everyone for the nice comments. I decided to make a mini capsule for an upcoming vacation and used the sleeveless t pattern and the pants pattern for some capris. Click on the link above and hit *next*. Rennie, do give them a try. Once you get past the tracing issues, they are wonderful. Fantastic designs and great fit.
5/24/04 6:49 PM
Diana M said...
SO nice to hear that there patterns for a full bust without adjustment. Thank you for a great review -- and for showing us your great job!
6/4/04 9:01 PM
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