Burda Style For people who sew

3 May, 2012

• 01:22 PM

  knottygnome added the project called Simplicity 2443 Racerback Dress

  

  this dress was fairly simple in principle to sew. i had some quirks because i left out the zipper and had to redo the waistband to it would fit over my shoulders. i’m very happy with the fit and co…

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26 April, 2012

• 01:46 PM

  knottygnome added the project called white slim trousers

  

  i wanted some colette clover-like trousers. i had this issue in the stash and this pattern is already petite. i cut a size 19 at the waist grading to an 18 at the hips. i made a lapped zip and move…

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11 April, 2012

• 12:46 PM

  knottygnome added the project called Chambray Darling Ranges Dress

  

  I made the Megan Nielsen Darling Ranges Dress in a size S. I shortened the skirt and sleeves, replaced the elastic gathered sleeves with narrow sleeve cuffs, and added interfacing to the buttonband…

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3 April, 2012

• 01:04 PM

  knottygnome added the project called Ikat Maxi

  

  Simplicity 2219: sleeveless halter with racer back. lined bodice. i made a size 8 (one size down from measurements) and the fit was pretty good, though it gaps slightly under the arms. more details…

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26 January, 2012

• 01:36 PM

  knottygnome added the project called Simplicity 2451: Wool Mini

  

  I was inspired by a skirt that Annie wore in Community. i realized that i had a very similar pattern in my sta…

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25 January, 2012

• 02:26 PM

  knottygnome added the project called Creepy Yellow Skirt

  

  Vogue 8672, View E
  modified size 10

  not my best effort but at least it provides some wardrobe variety. more details on the blog

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