Size: 10
Alterations: for the striped top, I shortened the long sleeves into elbow length
Fabric: both knits were from my stash, the striped one is the same I used for my Mariposa tee
So I've been asked again (see my first time here) to participate to the Perfect Pattern Parcel tour, and of course I said yes!
Not only do I get to try out some new indie patterns, I get to do it for charity as well.
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| Skirt: Zara (old) Boots: OVS (old) |
I must say pretty much all the patterns included in the pack are really awesome (see list below), but I was conquered by the Bronte top. Jennifer actually asked me to be a tester when the pattern came out, but I was having a really busy period, so I sadly declined.
But now that this gorgeous knit pattern has magically returned into my life, I just had to make it. |
| Skirt: handmade Boots: Les Lolitas (very old) |
I liked the first version so much that I immediately made a second one!
I love them both equally (although knowing myself, I'll probably wear the striped one more), and in these photos you can really see how versatile this pattern is, working really well in two very different outfits.Jennifer did a great job on this pattern on all levels.
I love the fit, which is very snug; if your stomach is an area you want to conceal, you will definitely need some alterations, but for me, liking my knits to be very snug and form fitting, this is absolutely perfect.The instructions are very well written and illustrated. There are also some tips on how to choose and how to sew knits, which never hurts.
Here you can see a few constructions details: the black thread on top is the lighting stitch used to sew the band to the neckline; the white thread is the serger seam I used to finish the edge (too lazy to re-thread my serger with black...), and in the middle, you can see the wrong side of the double needle stitches.
This is how hemmed both the bottom and sleeves.
The pattern instructions say to fold the fabric twice and topstitch, but in order to avoid bulk, I turned the fabric once, machine basted, then used the double needle on the right side, and then trimmed the excess close to the seam.If you finish the bottom edge with a serger before doing the rest, the result will look even nicer; I didn't bother (again, too lazy) and it looks ok anyway.
I also tried the Hudson pants included in the Parcel and I was enthusiastic about them, but having used a really fugly fabric, I didn't even bother taking photos... But they do have my stamp of approval too!
I also want to eventually try the Zsalya Dress by Kate and Rose: such a beautiful design!
I'll leave you to the details of the Parcel, as well as to a link for purchasing it... Think about it, it's a great chance for you and to do something good :D
How Pattern Parcel Works:
Here at Perfect Pattern Parcel, we believe in supporting independent pattern designers. It’s our opinion that indie patterns are just, well, better than big box patterns, and we’re pretty sure our customers think so too. So, we allow customers to show their support in naming their own price for each Parcel.
We also encourage customers to allocate part of their Parcel price to the charity Donorschoose.org in order to help classrooms in need. Pattern Parcel donates all profits after expenses from Parcel sales to the charity as well. Together we've raised over $12,000 for classrooms in need!
We also encourage customers to allocate part of their Parcel price to the charity Donorschoose.org in order to help classrooms in need. Pattern Parcel donates all profits after expenses from Parcel sales to the charity as well. Together we've raised over $12,000 for classrooms in need!
Parcel #6 includes:
BONUS PATTERN: Odette Dress by Bluegingerdoll
Bonus Pattern:
Choose a price of $32 or greater for Parcel #6 and you will automatically also be sent the Bonus Pattern! That's only $5 a pattern. The Bonus Pattern for this Parcel is the Odette Dress by Bluegingerdoll. Vintage inspired silhouette is had two flattering necklines and a gorgeous skirt. The Odette Dress pattern goes from a size 4 through a 24!
