I completed this hooded tunic today. It’s from Burda 12-2009-120. I used a cotton knit fabric I had bought at JoAnn Fabrics a while ago. I made size 42. It was pretty easy to make, but I couldn’t figure out how to attach the facing strip. I read it several times until I just gave up and didn’t bother. I knew how it should look anyway and did not want to continue to waste time trying to figure it out. Other than that, there were no problems. I like that it’s roomy enough for layering. I’d like to make this again out of a solid, more neutral color like it’s shown in the magazine.
Burda success
I completed another garment this morning. It’s BurdaStyle 09-2010-#121 turtleneck. It helps that there’s only three pieces to the pattern, so it’s hard to screw up. I made this from some black cotton interlock I bought at G Street Fabrics. It is so soft and washes well. I’ll review the patterns I’ve completed recently over on patternreview.com when I get a chance. But this turtleneck is great. I want more fabric so I can make more of these. It only took a couple of hours (including tracing the pattern).
Finished the blazer
I finally finished the blazer I made from Kwik Sew 3715. It turned out well, but I should have made the medium instead of the small. The small fits better in the body, but I prefer a larger (wider) sleeve. I won’t be able to wear anything too bulky underneath, but it will still be good for fall. I used a poly suiting material I bought from JoAnn Fabrics. The fabric was a challenge for me to work with since I had to thread-mark darts, etc. But, it is washable and should wear well. I had made the view with the welt pockets before, so this one has the patch pockets. I might like to make this again, but in a different fabric. But, I’ve got some dresses and skirts I need to work on now.
