Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Burda June 2014 and New Butterick patterns





There was next to nothing in the May issue that excited me. There are several things in the June issue that I want though! And my Burda rule of thumb has been; if there are 2 patterns that I *really* like - it is worth it to order the mag and pay $10 vs. paying $5.99 per pattern. Although I've never bought a single $5.99 download before.

 
Basic pant...but I like the pockets. 







Again, a basic, but a nice basic! I love racer back tanks!





Burda is the master of jackets. This is fabulous. I might even try my hand at sewing leather for the sleeve contrast (scraps are $10/lb at SR Harris and some of the pieces are quite big!!).


Yes! Great cover up option



My daughter will LOVE these. She's been wanting swim shorts and this pattern will be perfect. I have a great tankini swimsuit pattern and the top paired with these shorts will make her happy.



Another resounding YES. I love everything about these - okay I have to measure the inseam and may need to add an inch :)



Similar to, but for some reason much cuter than, the recent Simplicity version, 1370:

Simplicity 1370 Misses' Shorts, Skort and Skirt Line Drawing
Maybe it's because the Simplicity version the flaps cover the front completely?? Not sure.







I like this but unsure how those layers will work on a full bust.



Yes!!! I was going to sew some rectangles together draft a coverup for K but here it is!!!! 



Cute. Cute. Cute.

Butterick:
Not too many wowed me. Lots of dresses; of course.

Butterick 6053 Misses' Dress Line Drawing
6053 is bland on the photo; you can't see the amazing seam lines. I am getting this. 



Butterick 6054 Misses' Dress Line Drawing
6054 is cute but is close enough to the McCall's 6884 that I don't think I "need" it.



Butterick 6064 Misses' Vest Line Drawing
6064 I do like this Tilton vest/tunic. But probably wouldn't make it until fall

Butterick 6061 Misses' Pants Line Drawing
6061 is a great basic shorts/capri/pants pattern. I like the jean-like pockets. I might buy this one and see if I can make it work for capris.

Basic t-shirt dress. I liked this one and then realized I already own this one...The pattern was released not too long ago so if you like this, wait for a sale and get the McCall's vs. the higher priced See & Sew version.
Butterick 6041 Misses' Dress Line Drawing
Butterick 6401 See & Sew

McCall's 6747 Misses' Top and Dresses Line Drawing
McCall's 6747 released last summer