The full preview for the December Burda is here! And I have to say I’m excited, because it’s good. Deliciously good. I think it has the perfect blend of fun holiday party wear, interesting winter staples, and gifts for the family. After having a rather lackluster year, Burda is going out with a bang. First … More December 2015 Burda Style Magazine
I know, I know – apparently this debate is so 2013. There are dozens of articles debating the pros and cons of various blog readers when everyone was up in arms about the disappearance of Google Reader. I’ve been blogging since 2011, so I remember when it happened, but I can’t say that it shook … More Feedly vs. Bloglovin’ – Playing Around with Blog Readers
Burda Style Russia has posted a few cool articles lately. First, the history of Aenne (Anna) Burda, the woman who stated Burda Magazine in the 1950s. Secondly, an article on Dagmar Billy, the current editor of BurdaStyle Magazine. It includes photos of the offices and an awesome photo of Burda’s garment storage. You might want … More Some Cool Burda Articles
A lot of new pattern releases this week! Let’s take a look and see what trends these companies have gone with for the winter sewing season: Butterick The latest pattern collection for Butterick is here! This collection seems less focused on holiday party wear, and more focused on retro releases and slouchy tops to wear … More New Butterick, Simplicity, and New Look (and a Burda Vintage Sneak Peak)
One of my friends recently had a birthday, and (very last minute) I decided to sew her some gifts. I’d stashed this purple elephant fabric with her in mind last year, and it seemed the right time to pull it out. I knew I wanted to make a bag, but I needed it to be … More Gift Sewing: Pink Elephants on Parade
Burda has definitely been on an upswing the past few months, and I think November is another solid issue. I don’t think there are any really outstanding pieces, but there is a nice mix of tailored pieces, draped knits, and fancy and casual styles for the winter season. Definitely have to give a nod to … More BurdaStyle Magazine November 2015
The latest collection from McCall’s is here. Overall I have to say that this is a decent collection – there are a lot of patterns that could be useful for a winter wardrobe (especially if you have a lot of holiday parties to attend), but nothing so outstanding or different that I feel the need … More McCall’s Winter/Holiday Patterns 2015
The latest collection from Vogue patterns is here, and it is awesome. Seriously, I think I want to buy almost everything. Which is bad because I’m running out of storage space for my patterns. But there is so much good stuff! Well, a lot of pretty stuff anyway. I’m really excited, in case you couldn’t tell. … More Winter/Holiday Vogue Patterns 2015
The Fall/Winter issue of BurdaStyle Special (formerly Burda Easy) is here! Also, apparently there has been a name change? At least to the cover of the English version says “BurdaStyle Special” and not “BurdaStyle Easy” as previous issues have. The Russian website still calls it Burda Easy though? Perhaps a partial rebranding? Not entirely sure. … More BurdaStyle Special Fall/Winter 2015
The new Marfy patterns are up on the McCall’s website. Normally I’m oooohing and ahhhhing over the Marfy designs (despite the fact that I have yet to sew one of their patterns), but this release felt very repetitive. Many of the designs looked like other styles from previous Marfy releases, or even like other styles … More Marfy Patterns Fall/Winter 2015
Doctor T Designs 