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Showing posts with label Patterns. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Patterns. Show all posts

Monday, March 29, 2010

I couldn't resist...

Just the other day I said I would not buy any more patterns. Then, today when I read my emails there was an ad fromMcCalls pattern with a Big Sale of the Season. Patterns on all three sites for $2.99. I caved, because there was a top pattern that I wanted. I did very good. I only purchased two patterns. But I am officially on a pattern diet. no more patterns. I must sew what I have.
Now it on to the fun part (and sometimes frustrating part) purchasing fabric.

Thursday, January 29, 2009

Butterick Spring Patterns- Some Thoughts



Today Butterick's Spring patterns were released today. I have to say that finally there is hope for spring sewing. I looked at McCalls and Vogue Spring offerings and I was not that impressed. I was skeptical when I looked in my inbox and saw the email from Butterick announcing the patterns. But I have to say that I was impressed. Here are my favs:






Like the different options






















All four of these patterns offer a very feminine look. Great for Spring and Summer.
Great jacket collar detail. But the jacket that caught my attention and that I think is my favorite Butterick Spring pattern is this: I love the button detail on this jacket. I can see this in a beautiful spring color linen fabric or in demin with contrast buttons and thread. Can't wait for a pattern sale. got to get this for my stash.