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Monday, August 2, 2010

I Won and A Couple Pattern Reviews

Last week before leaving to go out of town, I found out that I was the winner of Carolyn's giveaway for The Sewing Answer Book. I just had to acknowledge this amd I'm very excited!
Before we left, I had sewn up a few items. For this top I used a very lightweight linen fabric print from Joann's with Butterick 4800, View C. The sleeveless bodice has a v-neck in the front & back, is self-lined using the same fabric. The lower bodice is flared and machine hemmed.
The Pattern Description: Misses Tops, Hip length tops with self-
faced bodices and fabric ties. View A has bust pleats but the other views have darts and other options for the lower bodice i.e., tiered flounces or purchased trim and shaped hems.
Pattern Sizing: AA-6-8-10-12 & EE 14-16-18-20
Did it look like the pattern/drawing on the envelope once you were done sewing with it: Yes
Were the instructions easy to follow: Yes, but I only glanced at them.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern: This is one of the patterns I've had for awhile and never used until now. It always ended up put back in the pattern collection until the next season.
Fabric used: Lightweight rayon/linen type fabric print.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None,except I didn't add the ties.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes/Yes.
Conclusion: Again, I've always liked this pattern. This top was easy to make and carefree to wear.
For this dress I used New Look 6103. The fabric is one of the pieces from my first fabric purchase in six months. I don't think this pattern is still available as I couldn't find in on their site.
Pattern Description: Dress with bodice variations and flared skirt section, center back zipper and optional sash. Coat with large shawl -like collar, long sleeves and inside pockets.
Pattern Sizing: Sizes 6-16, all sizes included
Did it look like the pattern /drawing on the 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 like everything about this pattern. This time I made the dress with the gathered side accent.
Fabric used: Rayon print from Joann's.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes, I might sew this one again and I'd recommend it to others.
Conclusion: This was an easy sew project. I've made View A with sash several years ago. It is something I wear again and again. My go-to dress.
















3 comments:

Omega said...

Congratulations on winning the book, it looks like a good one to have on hand. I love your top and dress, the colors are gorgeous. The dress is especially cute!

Rose said...

Congratulations! That looks like a good book. Your top and dress are beautiful - love the fabric!

Tanya said...

Lucky you, love both outfits, great vacation pieces.