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Pattern Review: Simplicity 1072 + Sweatshirt and velvet
I love this sweatshirt, I don’t know why I haven’t made this yet but I see so much potential in this pattern. Don’t you love comfort? This was my Thanksgiving day outfit and it was super comfy. Pattern Description: Misses’ Easy to Sew knit pants, skirt and top. Dress up a simple sweatshirt with contrasting fabric in sequins or add jewels or studs. Pair this top with a simple knit skirt or pants for a casual everyday office look. I made view D Pattern Sizing: 16-24 I cut a 22 Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? …
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Pattern Review: B6367- Tunic
I love super easy patterns that don’t make me cuss! But me and sleeves are not friends! I almost slapped this project because my sleeve would not act right. This is a versatile See and Sew pattern found here, that is great for beginners. I’m Pattern Description: Pullover tunic (semi-fitted through bust) has neck and asymmetrical hemline variations, long sleeves, and narrow hem. A: Left side slit and V-neckline. B: Wrong side shows on hemline and scoop neckline. I made view A. Pattern Sizing: 18w-32w, I cut a straight 22w Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes Were the…
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Pattern Review: S1202+ SewStylish Raglan sleeves
The one thing I like about sportswear is that it can be dressed up or down and it can be mixed and matched. I love when my clothes work double duty. It’s nice to have items for special occasions, but more often than not I’m looking for a workhorse in my wardrobe, something that can be used in multiple ways and is easy to make, is that too much to ask? When I first started sewing I wanted easy, then I wanted complicated, now I’m back to easy, that looks complicated lol. This is a wearable muslin, I’m practicing on slippery fabric and I have lots of drag/tug marks on…
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Pattern Review: Simplicity 1363+ Easy breezy top
Pattern Description: easy-to-sew top has high low hemline with options for short raglan sleeves, cold-shoulder detail or sleeveless. create interest that flatters any body type using color blocking. back has key hole button closure. I made view D.Pattern Sizing:XXS-XXLDid it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?YesWere the instructions easy to follow?YesWhat did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?I like the loose fit, how easy it was to sew and the sleeve variationsFabric Used:Rayon Challis Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:* I cut a 22 or XL at the neck and graded to a 24 or a little less than…
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Pattern Review: M7185 + the peekaboo 4th of July dress
Sooo, no sure if this pattern hasn’t been reviewed, because the patter gurus knew this would be a an X Rated pattern or what, but I like it! I’ve been looking at this pattern for months, but some accountability, I posted it on social media, saying, “Hey, I’m Making this”! and folks kept me accountable. Overall, I like it and look forward to another view with the full skirt! Here goes.. Pattern Description: Wrap dresses have fitted bodice, French darts, waistband, skirt variations, stitched hem, snap and hook & eye closure. A:Sleeveless and bias facings. B: Rolled, three-quarter length sleeves with button tab. A, B: Mock-bands, semi-fitted skirt, pockets. C:Button waistband, narrow hem on gathered short…
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Pattern Review: Simplicity 8138 + straps and African print
Oh my goodness, am I obsessed with African prints or what? This is my wearable muslin and I like it. A quick sew with some possibilities. I don’t know about my expression, it must be the heat! Pattern Description: Misses separates. Create an edgy look that is easy to sew. Includes tunic with cap sleeve & waist belt with d-ring fastener, high low hem tunic, midi length tunic with high slits, & pull-on pants with yoke and pocket.. Pattern Sizing: 14-22 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? yes, very! What did you…
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Pattern Review: M6558 + floral off the shoulder dress
Hi Friends! Well, yes, I jumped on the off the shoulder bandwagon! I didn’t know how I would like this style on me since, well, I don’t have the shapeliest shoulders, but I love it. This is my wearable muslin and I will be making some of the other views or this view in a African print ( ughh, can’t get off this bandwagon of African prints!) I found this vintage leather belt in a consignment shop and it really set’s the dress off. Pattern Description: Pullover tops and dresses have elasticized neck/raised (seamed) waist and narrow hem. A, B, E: Strapless. B: Applied hem ruffle. A, C: Purchased trim.…
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Pattern Review: M7052+ Gingham hi low peplum
Pattern Description: Semi-fitted, pullover tops have bias neck facing, peplum variations, French darts and back keyhole closure with button/thread loop. Narrow hem. A: Sleeveless and bias armhole facings. A, B: Shaped hemline, wrong side shows. B, C: Short sleeves. C: Double-layered peplum and purchased trim. D: Three-quarter length sleeves. Includes separate pattern pieces for A/B, C and D cup sizes. Pattern Sizing: 14-22 I cut a 22 D cup 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? Yes What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I LOVE the different cup sizes…
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Pattern Review: M7313 + knit dress
Pattern Description: Pullover dresses have neckline variations, close-fitting bodice, elasticized waist, and narrow hem. B, D, F: Stitched hem on sleeves. Pattern Sizing: 18w-24w. I cut a 22w 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? Yes What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? The ease of the pattern and no zippers! Fabric Used: Mesh lace from Hobby Lobby Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I added two inches to the bodice back and front pieces but, I only needed an inch for the bodice front and back. It…
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Pattern Review: M7096 + Gored Skirt
Pattern Description: Semi-Fitted skirt with waistband gores and side zipper. I sewed View A. Pattern Sizing: 14-22 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? Yes, the instructions are clear and straight forward. What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Love the ease of the pattern and the gores, gores make for good fitting for the hip area Fabric Used: Stretch bottom weight fabric Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: This is a straight forward pattern with a good amount of design ease. Because I used a stretch…
