Simplicity 2339

Simplicity 2339

Pattern Description: Amazing Fit Collection. Misses' & Miss petite shirt sewing pattern with individual pattern pieces for & A, B, C, D cup sizes.

Pattern Sizing: 6-14 and 14-22.  I made a 14 with a C 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? I hardly ever look at instructions usually I find the things that I get confused on I can find better instructions on line.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I really loved how this shirt was a little longer, that it wasn’t a curved hemline and that the collar had a stand.  I hated how they used a piece of bias to make the sleeve slit opening, I avoided it and used a threads template for a perfect placket.  The threads method looks so much better please use it (http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/25307/how-to-make-a-precision-placket/page/all) it really doesn’t take that much extra time and makes it look much more professional.  I also really liked how this shirt had so many potential areas to completely customize it.  It is great that it has the different cup sizes; it really cuts down on any alterations that I normally have to make. 

Fabric Used: An absolutely beautiful Liberty of London Cotton and a synthetic eyelash lace.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I didn’t make any alterations on this version but in future versions I will add some more room around the hips.  I found that this one almost fits a less curvy hip structure, but it could be a personal preference as I like things to float around my lower midsection rather than sit right on it.  I have added about an inch on either side for future versions.  Even though I like the straight bottom on this version for a future version planned I have added a curved hem line.  Allthough the pattern called for buttons I didn’t want to destroy the lace so I just used some snaps.  I also interfaced all collar, neckline, cuff and button placket pieces because I wanted it to be stiff enough to hold the lace up. 

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I definitely would recommend this pattern to other people.  The multiple cup sizes along with the great pattern itself made this an easy sew, probably about 10 hours total.  I have already made a peach gingham version of this blouse and have two others cut out and ready to sew.  I also plan on cutting out a third of chambray, so yes I would recommend this one to anyone wanting a good dress shirt.  The one thing I would advise people is to check the hip measurement against yourself because that is the only area where I found it could need some extra room. 

Conclusion: This is one of my all time favorite wardrobe pieces.  I have worn it a bunch and always feel great it in it. 

Thanks for looking

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Megs

 

Vogue 8825

Pattern Description: Pullover tunic or dress has front extending into back collar, fitted, front pleated bodice, raised waist, tie ends, two-piece sleeves with barrel cuffs, and stitched hem. Fitted, straight-legged pants (below waist) have elastic waist.

Pattern Sizing: 8-24

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? I looked at the instructions once for neckline facing instructions but this pattern sorta just goes together.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the almost 70’s vibe that this dress gives off.  I also love that its like a wrap dress but with no risk of front gapage.  I also like the long gathered sleeves.

Fabric Used: A slinky deep burgundy/wine colored jersey fabric.  I can’t remember the exact contents but I know that it is manmade.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:  I didn’t make any alterations on purpose but this fabric has a definite right and wrong side that can only be seen in sunlight.  When I was sewing this I accidentally sewed the right front side to the wrong back sides.  There was absolutely no way to remove the seams without destroying the fabric so I cut very closely to the seam line and recut the back pieces with a little extra seam allowance to make up for what I cut off the front.  Next time I will be more careful because I think that I could have used that little extra around the front and not the back.  Next time I think that I will take a small dart in the neckline because the front does tend to gap a little bit, not enough that I am indecent but enough that sometimes just a bit of my lace slip can be seen, not scandalous but something that I am not entirely happy about.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I keep thinking that I will make this pattern again in the same material just in black (which I have) but I haven’t been motivated enough to do it.  I also have a vision of one in an emerald green silk jersey but there are so many other things that I want to sew so we will see.  That being said I would totally recommend this pattern.

Conclusion: I really do love this dress and I have worn it many times since making it.  I get compliments from random strangers both male and female saying they love the color and that it is a very beautiful dress.  I love how this dress shows off my curves but keeps my front tummy camouflaged with the big wrap tie wrap.  I do find the tie wrap a little long and may shorten it by a couple of inches for the next one.   This dress is a fantastic wardrobe builder and is great both in a professional and non professional setting. 

Till next time

Hugs

Megs

New Years Resolution

Goodness Gracious I am a terrible blogger.  I honestly sometimes don’t know why I started the blog.  I had all these grandiose plans that I would blog every project and show my process but what can I say I am a secretive sewer.

My new year’s resolutions include keeping a better blog.  I will accomplish this come hell or high-water.  Especially because my Mum keeps an excellent blog and I feel like I should too.  I have been incredibly sewing busy I am just rubbish at taking photos (which is strange given that I have two fantastic cameras).  I guess I just feel like if I am going to take time to make an outfit I should plan a photo shoot around it, but unfortunately for my blog I live in northern Alberta and we are currently in winter and don’t get very much light when I have time to shoot.  But no more excuses I promise that I will post more photos if you (any reader that might read this) promises to not make fun of the occasional iphone picture, lack of hair/makeup doneness, and the occasional surly look.  I can say in the coming weeks I will be posting photos of past completed projects and some projects that I am working on. 

Hugs

Megs