Pattern Sizing: 34-42. I made the 34.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?Yes, it looks like the model photos and the line drawing. It looks just like I expected.
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, they were very easy. This is a very easy pattern. I wanted to also rank it "Fast and Easy for Beginners" because it is. I cut this out last night and I sewed it up while my kids were watching Sesame Street. That's just 30 minutes. Easy Peasy.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love, love, love this sweater. I love the fit and style too. I love how distinctive and cozy it is. I love the color. I was scared about sewing with a sweater knit but that was easy too. I wasn't sure how to finish the hems but my coverstitch machine worked great. I was worried that it would stretch it out at the hem but it didn't. I don't dislike anything.
Fabric Used: A double-sided sweater knit from Gorgeous Fabrics. I chose the brighter pinker side of the knit. Here are both sides together so you can compare.
Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: I did my typical 1/2" shoulder to bust tuck. I will probably always wear it over a cami or top because it is quite open at the top.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I will sew this again but not for a while because it is such a distinctive piece. I love that the pattern in BWOF magazine from 2006 is perfect for 2008 and not too trendy.
Conclusion: Another BWOF winner. I love it. I'll wear it all winter.
Here are the two sides of the fabric. I obviously used the pinker side. I think the darker one would be pretty too.
9 comments:
I absolutely love this sweater! Great choice of fabric- the berry color really compliments you! I also use Sesame Street as a timer- the classic episodes from the 70's give you a full 45 minutes!
This is another fabulous top. It is so stylish yet looks so snug and comfy. you are really storming ahead with your wardrobe.
Beautiful sweater!Don't you love how the Burda WOF styles remain current for so long?
Me: Wow, she's fast!
DH: Who's that?
Me: Dawn in Alaska, she did that sweater in half an hour!
DH: What a woman... 3 kids, cleans fish, fights bears...
*An actual conversation held in my kitchen this morning as he looked over my shoulder at the laptop! Keep up the good work!
It's beautiful! I can imagine you'll get lots of wear from it.
So cute. I'd have gone for the brighter side of that sweaterknit too. `-)
That is so pretty and that color looks GREAT on you!!! I have been wanting to work with a sweater knit.
Pretty! I'm sure you'll get lots of use out of it.
Oh man I love this!! Are you done with your wardrobe yet?? You stinker. I haven't even gotten one piece finished yet!!
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