Burda Style For people who sew
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I got the BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook as a Christmas present last year and had my eyes on the blouse and the coat especially.
Inspired by the variations from other members on each project, I decided to try two new things I haven’t done before: chiffon and pintucks (front, center-back and on the sleeve cuffs)
I made a few changes to the original pattern:
- fusing the princess seams so I can have the front panel entirely for pintucks
- fusing the front and back yoke pieces into one large piece
- having the tie waist go all around instead of putting elastic in the back
The end result is very flattering and truly mine so I’m very happy. I wore it on our recent vacation to Lisbon, Portugal and love the photos. Btw if I look a bit chubby it’s not the blouse’s fault – I’m 4 months pregnant and this blouse actually works well as an early maternity shirt ;-)
See more on my blog Chloe’s Window
Material Notes
Polyester chiffon with mini paisley print
Difficulty
Intermediate
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Aug 30, 2012, 03.24 PMby Jodi Wade
So pretty. I like the pintucks and the fabric a lot.
Apr 27, 2012, 11.33 AMby wzrdreams
Beautiful choice of fabric and nice location for the photos. Congratulations on your good news!
Apr 1, 2012, 04.12 PMby smallone
Beautiful rendition ….well done!!
Apr 1, 2012, 01.04 PMby tannaz
Gorgeous! Absolutely love it! :)
Mar 31, 2012, 05.04 PMby jacquipardue
your blouse is lovely! I really like the pin-tucks. Congrats!
Mar 31, 2012, 05.02 PMby Jolands
Very nice. Looks great on you. Well done!