Sunday, May 5, 2013

M6083

Now this pattern M6083 has been on deck for awhile. I was a little afraid to tackle it because I wasn't sure how it would fair on me and the fact that it is a jump suit. But it turned out pretty nice and I received plenty of comments at the event I wore it to.

Pattern Description: Jumpsuits that have side front pockets, elastic casings and stitched hem.



Pattern Sizing: (14-20) I chose the size 20



Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

Yes, I think so.

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes



What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I really liked the outcome of the pattern. I did not like all the altering I had to do to the pattern.



Fabric Used: Poly knit



Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I had to alter the waist and hips, crotch, and added 1 1/2' to the bodice lenght. I also used 1/2" and 3/8" seam allowance in different areas throughout the garment.



Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I will sew this patten again and I also recommend it.



Conclusion: I was very happy with the end result of this pattern.


GUESS WHAT!! I HAVE NEW PICS IN THIS OUTFIT!!!
I have not worn this jumpsuit in a year.  I decided to wear it to a comedy show.  Since my weight loss I had to do some alterations to it.  I altered the front cross area and the crotch area.  This is how my alterations turned out and what it looks like now on me.
 




Saturday, May 4, 2013

M6044 & S2346

                              
For this project M6044 my son chose the fabric and style.  He wanted something very different that no one else has. He wanted a black shirt with red/black check contrast.  This contrast was placed in the cuff and collar.  The contrast in the cuff will only show if he turned the cuff up.


Also along with the shirt we made the accompanying vest from Simplicity 2346 .




 
Pattern Description: Men's vest.

Pattern Sizing: Size AA 34-42. I altered the pattern down to a 32.

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 until I got to bagging the vest. The instructions seemed a bit mirky.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? No dislikes. It turned out great.
Fabric Used: Cotton Calico

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I altered the pattern to a size 32 because he is very slim and he likes a more tapered look.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes
Conclusion: Very simple with plenty of variations.

V2891




S4760




S2406



Pattern Description: Misses' dress in three lengths with sleeve variations.



Pattern Sizing: 6-14, I chose 12



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? They were very easy to follow until I got to the sleeve. Originally I was going to do view B, but the instruction for this view were very confusing. I decided not to do view B. I settled on View D.



What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

I liked everything about the pattern except the sleeve instructions.

Fabric Used: I am not sure what type of fabric this is because my daughter picked it out.



Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: The back opening was a bit much for my daughter at her age. I shortened the back opening.



Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes I would definately try it again and I do recommend it to others.



Conclusion: Love the look.




S1884