Vogue 8151 Top
Originally uploaded by Ann's Fashion Studio This top fits really nice. And the neckband turned out "perfect".
I used the Sarah Veblen method and it worked like a charm. I'm now a big fan of this method.
The material is a knit from Timmel Fabrics. It is very comfortable.
Burda WOF 114 A Curvy neckline
Originally uploaded by Ann's Fashion Studio Here is a picture of that neckline on me. It is not an OVERLY large curvy... but enough to notice and not be just right. The left side (hand up to it) is the one that pulls away from the neck. All this fuss.....It is after all just a T-Shirt :)
Found the Threads - Video Tip / Sarah Veblen, "A Neckline Binding for Knits" and "A turtleneck Finish for Knits" I will try that method next time.
Note** I am not very good at these self portraits, this was take 30 ......or so..... but the best one of the bunch with some cropping :) :}
Burda WOF 10/06 Top #114
Originally uploaded by Ann's Fashion Studio Images - Moments in Time
Bradley's new T-shirt. Just like mine! Well almost :)
I really stretched this fabric. I made a dress, a top and now a T-shirt for Bradley. He looks so handsome :)
Kwik Sew 2879
Nov 11 2007
Vogue 8151 Top Nov 10/07
Originally uploaded by Ann's Fashion Studio Vogue 8151 Top, view B.(Sandra Betzina.) This is the first time I've made this pattern. The fit is great. I am very happy with it. The only thing I would change next time is lengthen the sleeves by 1". The neckline is ever so slightly curvy :( however, I do have a Wearable Muslin :)
I made View B but I used the long sleeve pattern piece for View A.
I made this top with left-over Fabric from Vogue 7055 dress ,which is also a Sandra Betzina pattern.
Nov 10/07
...................................don't forget those Seam Allowances..............
Burda WOF
Originally uploaded by Ann's Fashion Studio I am now a Burda girl :) My magazine came in and I love it. Tracing the pattern is a little different......but once you find the lines, highlight them and trace them... Voila....done! And don't forget to add those seam allowances and hems. I used a tracing wheel and it worked great. I put my Spaceboard underneath and the perforations on the craft paper are then easy to see, and just cut the pieces out. I think I will like this magazine as the styles appear to be very stylish. There seems to be easy to make garments, like the T-shirt I've chosen, 10/06-#114, and there are also advanced.
I received a Sample issue which was 10/06 before my actual subsciption came in. That is a nice touch from the company.
Someone posted this Vogue Pattern on Artisan's Square for their SWAP.....which reminded me I too have this pattern......so I thought I would make up the Jacket
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(Fabricville Knit) (Corded Chocolate Faux Suede-Picture from Timmel Fabrics site)
Jalie 2444 Exercise Outfit- Top & Shorts
Originally uploaded by Ann's Fashion Studio I made this top and shorts with "Tactel" Fabric from Timmel Fabrics .+4x6++P1010009.jpg)
I decided to made the top and bottom a couple of sizes bigger so they would not fit as tight as the pattern picture shows, so they are loose fitting. To take in a little of the fullness around the middle I added a seam from the under arm to the hem line. This also added a nice design effect.
(Picture taken Oct 4 2007, a beautiful fall day for a run outside)(The bottoms are no longer "tights" like the pattern design, but "shorts".) I also added length to the shorts.
Next one I will do with contrasting colours although I do like all one colour.
I am sew very pleased with the fit and fabric used. Over all I really like the style and will continue to use this pattern, also bought at Timmel Fabrics.
For more photos see here
Simplicity 4954
Originally uploaded by Ann's Fashion Studio 
This is a loose fitting, lined, double breasted, below knee Jacket.
The pants are Butterick 6708, back zipper.
This is a very flattering Jacket. (these pictures do not seem to do this Jacket justice...it is actually a very nice "beigie" colour:) (I'll see if I can get a better pictuer)
The front facing and peplum are lined with the fashion fabric, the remaining Jacket I lined with Bemberg. There are two pockets in the front and the one button closure.
The inside view.
er and never tire of it. You can make it in different colours every time and it looks like a different pattern. Yo
u can applique it, (the Maple Leaf on the back of the Jacket was appliqued), colour block it, make a full zipper front, a pull over, a wind breaker and even a Ski Jacket. This pattern is sew very versatile, like all Linda MacPhee's patterns. This jacket was a full zip front and I also embroidered the Canadian flag on the front bodice. (I didn't take a 
picture of the front before I sold it.)These pants are made with lycra/cotton fabric, bought at Timmel Fabrics,
The fit is great,comfortable and best of all quick & easy to make.
**Note** When I first looked at the picture on the pattern cover, I thought the pant style would be too "low"on me ....I thought I would have to make some adjustments, but after tissue-fitting the pattern I was pleasantly surprised to see I wouldn't have to make any changes........the front, on me, is not as low as it appears on the models......Another Jalie favorite.
Pattern Description: Womens lounge wear pants.
Pattern Sizing: This pattern has 22 sizes, from childrens size 2 to 14 and womens size 4 (XS) to 22(XXL). I used the hip measurment and it turned out a little close fitting. I do like my exercise pants a little loose, so I did go up 2 sizes, from a "T" to a "V", and then I was extremely pleased with the fit, it was perfect. (The smaller size is still OK to wear,when exercising at home, the fabric still has allot of give.)
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? It looked exactly like the picture on the pattern.
Were the instructions easy to follow? It is a very simple pattern to make and the words/pictures are very easy to follow and well done. The casing is different, and I was not going to do it as instructed, but changed my mind and did take the time to make it up, and I am happy with the result.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? The style is what drew me to this pattern.The fit is extremely comfortable and very flattering. One of the best I've made and they even fit better than the expensive ready to wear.
Fabric Used: I used Cotton Lycra Jersey, 90% cotton, 10% lycra, from Timmel Fabrics, http://www.timmelfabrics.com/knits.htm It is the very best Fabric for these pants. It washes and wears extremely well, it keeps it's shape.
Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: I initially thought that the pants would be too low in the waist, but once I made them they were perfect. I made absolutely no changes to this pattern.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I definetly would made these again, I've already made 2 pairs and have bought more fabric for two more pairs.I plan on making my next ones "capri" length for the warmer weather. I do highly recommend this pattern.
Conclusion For people who are frustrated and cannot seem to find that "perfect" pair of work out pants, this is definetly a must have pattern. The pants are quick and easy to make, and the fit is worth it. I am very pleased with this pattern.
See Pattern Review : http://sewing.patternreview.com/cgi-bin/readreview.pl?readreview=1&ID=19915
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