05 August 2005, 08:56 PM
LaurasewsBurda 8/2005 Pant design
Tina,
I checked the pattern vs. my sloper, but I was able to use the Burda WOF pattern as is since it is made with a knit. It is somewhat forgiving - and you want the twist to be slightly snug (not tight) in order to wrap around the bust without gaping.
Laura
06 August 2005, 08:18 AM
<Kathryn in MN>I tried the 'www.GLPnews.com' and get a connection refused message.
06 August 2005, 08:25 AM
Cindy SelzlerI got in.
http://www.glpnews.com Maybe it hiccupped for a minute.
06 August 2005, 09:00 AM
NAndersonTina, are you talking about the Burda World of Fashion or the Blouses, Skirts & Trousers? It appears the Blouses, Skirts & Trousers is published in german, french & russian. Thanks Tessa, the WOF is published in english.
06 August 2005, 09:02 AM
Carolyn BrownTessa, I heard about the McCall's pattern too, but didn't find it on line. Actually I saw something similar at
http://www.patternreview.com (I think). A person showed what she did in PMB to make a twist top that fit her. Seeing her pattern helped.
I have been experimenting with another trendy top (seam and gathers under the bust). I have succeeded in making a DS version by morphing the two patterns. My new pattern fits, but the style is not flattering, so I probably won't make the final garment.
Nevertheless, I think I can look at the PMB pattern, use what I learned in my recent experiment, and come up with something close. Sometimes it just takes a leap of faith and a willingness to try. The failures are learning experiences and the successes are garments to enjoy.
Carolyn
06 August 2005, 12:10 PM
InspiredSewingFound
McCalls 4652 dress mentioned on PatternReview and this direct link works. They don't have it on the website when you browse through the styles but it should still be in the books in store if you hurry. It is obviously discontinued for Autumn/Winter.
06 August 2005, 04:30 PM
LindaFHere is a site to see photos from the Burda magazine. The writing is in German, but the photos are in a very universal language.
Burda magazine06 August 2005, 06:40 PM
TinaThe pants I made are the grey ones with the two contoured bands at the waist