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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: M7131 + Gauchos
I’d like to say I’m fearless, but I’m not. When it comes to what I wear, I try to find the most flattering things to make and wear, not necessarily what will make me look “smaller”. I think secretly we all want to look smaller or fitter than we actually are, well I do at least. I was hesitant about this pattern for that reason. Gauchos are pretty trendy and I tend to stick to a more classic silhouette that hugs the curves and not add additional bulk to my lower half or any half! The only thing I don’t like about any flowy type pants/shorts is, well, you see……
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Pattern Review: M7121 + Plus size contest submission
Hi there! This is my very first sewing pattern review contest submission and I’m super excited! After the reviews I received from my Facebook groups, I decided to enter this piece into the contest and start a blog! I know, what a big jump! Well, I decided to blog to keep track of my progress and the processes/ adjustments I’m learning to get better at sewing. I just thought it would be later on when I got “better” at sewing. The pattern review could only be so long so I knew it was time to start putting things down so I can see them. I had a few fitting issues,…
