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Simplicity: 2255 (misses tops ) - Type:Tops

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halleyscomet


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11/28/12 7:32 PM

Pattern Size:

Regular Petite

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Simplicity Pattern Info

Pattern Rating:

Highly Recommend

Available for sale on PR: $15.95 (See envelope)

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Shirting - Cotton [See other projects in this fabric]

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Pattern Description: Misses button down shirt with sleeve and length variations

Pattern Sizing:Size 6 thru 14 - I made a size 10 for the shoulders and size 16 everywhere else

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes except I made the sleeves 3/4 length and a shorter length of View B

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes. One thing that confused me was the fact that in stitching the collar band to the collar band facing, they say to press under 3/8 inch on the collar band and stitching close to the seam on the outside to catch in the seam. I found that it didn't catch so I ended up pressing under 5/8 inch instead.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I like the tabs on the sleeves and side. No dislikes

Fabric Used: A striped cotton that has a slight stretch to it.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I made View A but kept the sleeves long so I could roll them up to more of a 3/4 length.

Since I am short, I shortened it to more of the length of View B.

This didn't require a FBA. I sewed the sleeves in before I sewed the side seams. I also waited and tried it on before I put the back darts in but didn't extend them down to the hem.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes and I highly recommend this pattern.

Conclusion: I love the way the shirt turned out!

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	61sew4fun said... The mandarin collar and the stripes look great. Pockets and button up cuffs just make this blouse stellar. 11/28/12 9:16 PM
	Immelu said... Looks great! I love the neckline! 11/28/12 10:12 PM
	Rhoda K said... Such a cute blouse - love the style. 11/29/12 11:36 AM
	BillieJean said... Very pretty shirt! 11/29/12 2:17 PM
	newmama said... I love this shirt, the details are great. And you did a really wonderful job of matching up the stripes, especially in the front neckline/collar area. 11/30/12 8:41 AM