Ok, so I’ve gotten rather far behind in my book reviews, and I figure it’s about time to get caught up. Since it has been several months, this review won’t be quite as fresh as they normally are, but an old review is better than no review. So, the first book that my book club … More Book Review: The Sparrow
The latest patterns from Butterick are here. I think this collection can pretty much be summed up in two words: snooze fest. Seriously. It’s like all the trends we’ve been seeing (jumpsuits, voluminous tops, culottes), only the most dull version we’ve had so far this season. Overall, I’m not too impressed. There are a few … More Newsflash: New Summer Butterick Patterns
The latest offerings from Simplicity and New Look are here. Overall I have to say that the designs are pretty similar to what we’ve seen from all the other pattern companies lately – voluminous tops, basic dresses, and lots of jumpsuits (or jumpsuit-looking-separates). Nothing I’m super excited about (except maybe some of the costumes), but enough … More Newsflash(ish): Summer Simplicity and New Look Patterns
The first look at the June issue is up on the German website. At first glance I am torn between being cautiously optimistic and not excited at all. There are a few things that pique my interest, but, honestly, I think there are a lot of things that Burda has done better in past issues. … More Newsflash: June Burda Early Preview Posted
So, in my perusing of the Russian Burda Website I Happened across this Page Advertising the new Burda Diana Modem . I am not exactly sure what this magazine is – when did Burda get another offshoot? The translated description of the new magazine advertisement is: Otprintovannye chic and plain Fabrics: cotton batiste, Jacquard, silk … More Burda Diana Modem and I Need to Learn Russian!
The new McCall’s summer patterns can be seen here. I have to admit – I’m actually really excited about this collection. Perhaps it is because I saw this collection at 3am after a week of low levels of sleep, but even though there are a lot of simple silhouettes in this collection I’m still wanting … More Newsflash: Summer McCall’s Announced
The latest issue of Burda is available for preview here. Normally May is the fun summer dress issue. While there are certainly a lot of dresses this year, I can’t say I’m as excited about this month as I have been in previous years. Although I will say there are a few more designs I’m … More Newsflash: May Burda Preview Posted
The string of new pattern releases continues – the new summer Vogue patterns can be seen here. Overall I have to say I’m not really loving this year’s patterns – everything has gone to much simpler and more voluminous styles; not really my favorite flavor of ice cream. Usually the designer Vogue patterns have some … More Newsflash: Summer Vogue Patterns
This past week saw several new pattern announcements, including the May Burda Early Preview, spring Kwik Sew patterns, and spring Marfy releases. May Burda Early Preview The May Burda is typically the spring-summer transition dress issue, and as such is typically one of my favorite issues of the year. This year’s magazine looks to be … More Newsflash: Assorted Pattern News
The full preview of the Spring/Summer 2015 Burda Easy magazine is up on the Russian website. Although I don’t think this is a must-buy issue, there are a couple of patterns that might be fun to sew. First, the designs I’m liking from this issue: My favorite! I love this hoodie – perfect for the … More Newsflash: Burda Easy Spring/Summer 2015
Doctor T Designs 