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  • Pattern Review: M7052+ Gingham hi low peplum

    June 18, 2016 / 2 Comments

    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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    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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    June 9, 2015 / 4 Comments

    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,…

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