I'm not all that sure what I think about the changes to the Burda websites. I don't subscribe to the magazine so those changes don't affect me, but I have been frustrated when looking for envelope patterns that I use. However, the last time I was fruitlessly searching for a link to a pattern, I found my ideal summer skirt pattern. So many others have sewn this, that you likely aren't seeing it for the first time.
What makes it ideal for me? It sits just below the waist, has pockets, lacks front darts, and is just slightly A-line. Added to that is the fact that I could have it immediately by download and it was very easy to sew.
I made it up in a light blue cotton twill with large white flowers. I had hoped to match the print across the center back seam, but didn't have enough fabric. To avoid any particularly strange pattern placement, I did cut the backs out single layer.
The top is Butterick 3344, a great pattern that is out of print. This time I made view E.
The pattern is for knits and the instructions have you cut it on the bias. I've never cut a knit on the bias, but I thought this was as good a time as any to try it. When I first put the top on, it does feel like it wants to twist around, but after straightening it out, it does stay where it should. If I had more time and fewer other things that I wanted to sew, I'd like to try making it up on the straight grain and see what the difference is. It seems like the cowl would still drape, but I could be wrong. The only change I made to the top was to finish the armholes with bias binding rather than a facing.
What makes it ideal for me? It sits just below the waist, has pockets, lacks front darts, and is just slightly A-line. Added to that is the fact that I could have it immediately by download and it was very easy to sew.
I made it up in a light blue cotton twill with large white flowers. I had hoped to match the print across the center back seam, but didn't have enough fabric. To avoid any particularly strange pattern placement, I did cut the backs out single layer.
The pattern is for knits and the instructions have you cut it on the bias. I've never cut a knit on the bias, but I thought this was as good a time as any to try it. When I first put the top on, it does feel like it wants to twist around, but after straightening it out, it does stay where it should. If I had more time and fewer other things that I wanted to sew, I'd like to try making it up on the straight grain and see what the difference is. It seems like the cowl would still drape, but I could be wrong. The only change I made to the top was to finish the armholes with bias binding rather than a facing.
I've been meaning to try a cowl top for a while (besides the wadder I made a few years ago). It's a pretty style and goes well with the simple lines of the skirt.
ReplyDeleteThe skirt looks very nice on you. Fresh and summery and fits. well.
ReplyDeleteThat is a really great looking outfit and you always get a perfect fit for your garments.. I like your fabric choices.
ReplyDeleteI must look for that skirt pattern in my Burda magazine because I truly like the style...and I have the top pattern :))
Crisp white and a lovely blue makes a chic summer outfit. Love it!
ReplyDeleteCute outfit. Glad you are posting again!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful skirt and top.
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