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Colette Patterns: 1018 (Jasmine) thumbsup - Type:Tops    printable version
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Reviewed by:Jasst282
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Posted on:1/22/13 9:03 PM
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Pattern Photo:Colette Patterns 1018
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Pattern Rating:Great Wardrobe Builder
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Available for sale on PR: $16.00 (See envelope)
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Fabric:Voile  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description:
A figure-skimming top with no closures, due to the flattering bias cut.

Pattern Sizing:
0 - 18. I cut a 4 in the bust, 10 in waist and hip. I used my french curve for the first time to grade the pattern from a 4 to a 10. It had a much nicer look to it compared to when I would do it by hand.

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?
Very easy, I love that they include a glossary and detailed instructions.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I disliked the facings. Next time I will use a bias tape binding to finish the collar. I loved that this did not require a zipper. Just fabric and thread. Over all this shirt cost (minus my time) me $8.73 for the fabric and the pattern was a christmas present.

Fabric Used:
Cotton Voile from fabric.com

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I added two 1/2" darts on the back at the neck.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes! Yes!

Conclusion:
I'm on a shirt making kick, so I love how this came out. I will be making at least one more of these.


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margy.64 said...
Love your version of the Jasmine. The fit is lovely.
1/22/13 9:22 PM
FreyaStark said...
A lovely top. Well done.
1/22/13 9:32 PM
Sewiing Sue said...
Lovely fabric.
1/22/13 10:46 PM
Jstarr4250 said...
You've convinced me to try this pattern. Such a flattering blouse! Thank you.
1/23/13 6:18 AM
cocosloft said...
Your fabric is great, makes the pattern much prettier than I've seen in solids.
1/23/13 6:49 AM
JOshiro said...
Yours came out beautifully! Well done.
1/23/13 8:35 AM
Heatherrique said...
Darling top! The colors and style suit you very nicely.
1/23/13 10:24 PM
Christas said...
I love your top ..... SO pretty!
1/24/13 0:07 AM
Deepika said...
Your fabric looks like silk in your photo. Very flattering. Love it!
4/12/13 4:03 PM
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