Burda Style For people who sew
Description
This was my second project, but the first one I finished. I had 2 pieces of fabric and 2 patterns, this and the JJ. I wasn’t sure how the stripey fabric would come out, but I thought it would suit the Desira better than the JJ, so off I set with my scissors.
I managed it – a size 38 – out of 1.7m of fabric, and that still gave me enough to make a longer belt and to choose whether it had horizontal or vertical stripes.
I cut the neckband pieces so that the stripes were in line with the body, added a few extra press studs and ta-daah…..and I’ve had comments (nice ones!) every time I’ve worn it – thanks BS!
Material Notes
100% cotton - think it's a Paul Smith remnant, washed first to take care of shrinkage.
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Oct 30, 2009, 11.18 PMby yelennna
I like this.Great!
Oct 28, 2009, 07.20 PMby smanf
Thank you for the comments everyone – I love that about this site, it’s such a boost!
Oct 28, 2009, 06.33 PMby sewneenee
Lovely top and great design choices too!!
Oct 28, 2009, 06.14 PMby gtangel
ooh this is lovely!! great job
Oct 28, 2009, 04.52 PMby AnneliesGils
This is great, it looks really professional. Well done!
Oct 28, 2009, 02.52 AMby Arete
Looks just great!
Oct 28, 2009, 02.23 AMby Sew4my3
Great choice of fabric and I can understand why you are getting so many compliments on it. It really is beautiful! Keep up the awesome sewing!