NO MOJO!!!

Hello all. As you see, I am still alive. I just dont have any inclination to even go in my sewing room. I pass by the door and just keep walking...I am 10 weeks pregnant and soooo tired and nauseated all the time (morning sickness my behind!!!) I cant wait til I get thru this phase and feel like even entering my sewing room again.

Mccalls 6118

MCCALLS 6119

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Pattern Description: Above, mid-knee length, one shouldered tunics A, B, C gathered into band; sleeveless tunic A has bow tie; tunics B, C have flared sleeves; tunic B has purchased jewels; tunic C has sash.

Pattern Sizing: I made size 18...had to take it in...a lot

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? so simple...like 4 pieces

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I am going crazy for all the one shoulder styles!!!

Fabric Used: Polyester print from Hancocks...I just love these colors in this print

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: Well. originally I made the size 18 and then had to take in gobs of fabric from the sides..I means like at least 3-4 inches on each side...can we say tent...anywho, that took care of those issues...Needless to say there was no FBA needed on this one.
Instead of using a narrow hem. I did a rolled hem on the bottom and on the sleeve.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes I will definately make this one again and soon...I am going to lengthen it a little and make it a knee length dress.

Conclusion: Pattern and fabric love!!!

Mccalls 5850

MCCALLS 5850

Pattern Description: Lined dresses are 4" above knee and have back zipper closure; package features interchangeable components to create your own design; choices include three bodices, two midriffs, gathered skirt, bubble skirt, bubble skirt with hem band and optional bows; included in package are tips for embellishing your finished dress.

Pattern Sizing: I used a size 18 and it was a little big

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Well..I used my own skirt, so only the bodice was from this pattern

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I made this to go to a bachellorette party. I liked the one shoulder option and, of course, the shoulder princess seams.

Fabric Used: Linen blend from Hancocks

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I added 2 inches to the bodice length and did a 2 inch FBA. I added piping to the upper and lower portion of the midrif band. I did not care for the skirts the pattern offered so I just used one of my TNT pencil skirts and added a front vent to it. I also added a stay at the top of the bodice to keep the top from stretching out.

I made the size 18 but I had to take it in some, so next time I will use the size 16.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes

Conclusion: Love it!!! Here are the shoes I wore with it

SIMPLICITY 2642

SIMPLICITY 2642

Pattern Description: misses dress or daygown

Pattern Sizing: I used a size 18

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 just love maxidresses for summer

Fabric Used: Linen print from Joann's

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I did an FBA and also added 2 inches the the bodice length...I added 4 inches to the skirt length.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes...I probably will sew it again

Conclusion: Nice cool summer maxidress

SIMPLICITY 2401

SIMPLICITY 2401

Pattern Description: Misses' dress and jumpsuits designed for day or evening.
I made the dress

Pattern Sizing:
I used a size 18

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Better, I think!!

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Super duper easy

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I think the halter back is pretty cute. I needed some more clothes for my upcoming trip to Jamaica and I love maxidresses. You can look hip and sexy and not show all of your business!

Fabric Used:
Cotton quilting from Hancocks

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I did not like the center front seam so i eliminated that and cut it on the fold instead. I also raised the neckline about 2 inches. I added 3 inches to the bodice length and added 6 inches in length to the skirt and lined it with . I also wanted the ties to be a little longer so I lengthened them about 3 inches each. I did a 3/4 inch FBA and rotated the dart to the underbust gathers.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yepper...this is one of my TNT maxidress patterns and I also plan on sewing the jumpsuit also

Conclusion:
A winner. Jamaica here I come!!

MCCALLS 6083







Pattern Description:
Jumpsuits A, B, C, D, E have side front pockets, elastic casings and stitched hem; jumpsuit B has shoulder straps; jumpsuit C has sash; jumpsuits D, E have bodice with gathered shoulders, narrow hemmed armholes; jumpsuits A, D are thigh length; jumpsuit B above ankle length; jumpsuits C, E are floor length; optional purchased belt.

Pattern Sizing:

I made view c size 18

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? Super easy

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I saw the jumsuits made by Erica B. and Myraida and I said I have got to have one of those. I wore this on Saturday night to an event out with my husband and it was a hit.

Fabric Used: White linen/rayon blend from Joann's. I bought this fabric on Saturday morning and wore the suit on Saturday night.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I lined the bodice in self fabric and I also lined the pants to mid calf. I made the top a little wider at bust level instead of doing an FBA..I also added 6 inches in length to the pants for my height. I also made the lilttle shrug from butterick 4731.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yep...another one planned in hot pink for my trip to Jamaica

Conclusion: Love it!!!

Easter Suit

MY EASTER SUIT

Please ignore all of the wrinkles...I jumped back in this suit a couple of days after it had been lying across a chair because I finally found someone who would take my pic.

Pattern Description: Princess seam jacket with Jabot collar and hidden closure























Pattern Sizing: size 38-46
I made the 44-46

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? Ok, we are talking about Burda WOF here, so I guess I can say they were the usual..I just read them about 50 million times and slept with the magazine under my pillow hoping for a little osmosis. What didnt get absorbed thru that I just winged.


What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I was looking for a jacket with a little something extra for my Easter suit. I went thru my Burda WOF archive and ran across this pattern from September 2005...(This is why we love Burda, this magazine is 5 years old and still right on time!) I love the tie collar!!! and I love the shoulder princess seams which I love for doing an FBA. The integrated pocket was a nice feature that was pretty easy once I figured out what to do.

Fabric Used:
I used some pale yellow linen blend that I think I got about 6 years ago from Walmart...Perfect color for my Easter suit. I went to Joann's to get some ambiance lining for my jacket and I found a whole bolt in the color called fluff on the clearance section for 3.00 per yard...Score...bought it all!!!

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
The jacket was already 26 inches long and I added 2 more inches to the length to make it 28 inches long. I also added 4 inches to the sleeve length and did a 2 inch FBA

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes, this jacket is stylish and right on trend with the tie collar.

Conclusion:
Love i!!!t. The pants are from Burda WOF 12-2005 which I will review soon. Here is a pic of the back view and the shoes I wore with the suit.