Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Wrap it up





McCalls 5430



Pattern Description:


MISSES’ WRAP SKIRTS: Skirts A, B, C have waistband with self-ties and inside buttonholes; skirt A has front pleats creating a cascade; skirt B has optional trim; skirt C has self-faced pockets; length is 2" below mid-knee.



Pattern Sizing:

6-12 I made the size twelve

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

Yes looks just like view c except mine is in a print fabric.

Were the instructions easy to follow?

Very easy to follow

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

The ease of a wrap skirt.

Fabric Used:

Poplin That I bought at hancock fabrics.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

None

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

I do plan to sew this again maybe in a linen next time.

Conclusion:

I made this skirt about a month ago and have found that it has become one of my faves in my closet. I would highly recommend this pattern. Great pattern for beginners . Give it a try yourself!

Thought since I have been sewing alot for myself lately that maybe I should make something for my sweet husband(.poor guy never gets anything made for him) He always needs new shirts and pants for work so today before I left work I picked up a couple of patterns.
 
 


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Thursday, June 24, 2010

awwwww

Simplicity 3509


A friend of mine is having a baby girl in July so I thought it would be fun to make some little girl clothes. I had  fun making the little dress, panties and romper. I made the size xs 7-13 lbs.I was a little nervous about it turning out to large after sewing up a McCalls baby dress pattern last year and it came out larger than I expected.  I don't know about you but I have found this to be so with McCalls patterns. I don't think a baby dress needs to have 4ins of ease in the pattern





Right now I'm working on Vogue 8469

Just need to put in the zipper on and hem it. Here's a
peak

Friday, June 11, 2010

Butterick Jacket

Butterick 5332

I made this jacket in the spring. I thought it would be a nice addition to my wardrobe to use when the weather was still a little cool. Here is the pattern review.

Pattern Description:


MISSES' JACKET: Loose-fitting, unlined jackets A, B, C, D, slightly below waist length has collar, front variations, single or double-breasted front button closures and stitched hems. A, C: short sleeves with button and button loop closures. B, D: elbow length sleeves. D: stitched pleats in sleeves.

Pattern Sizing:

8-14 I used the size 12

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

Yes it did.



Were the instructions easy to follow?

I found the instructions very easy to follow.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

I love the sleeves on view c the version I made.



Fabric Used:

Pique I bought this fabric last year for a $1.50 a yard at the end of the summer. Once I seen this pattern I knew it would be perfect for this pattern.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

I took in the side seams an extra 3/4 inc to give a more fitted look.

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

I would sew this again.

Conclusion:

Great little jacket.


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