Patterns
Pattern Manufacturer Mamu
Pattern Name/Number Mamu Lena
Pattern Description Womens shirt/jacket with/out ruffles
Which view and size did you make? View 1 Size 36/38
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes
If not, why? -
Were the instructions easy to follow? No
If not, why? Instructions are tough to follow. Mamu patterns always recommend putting sleeves in the round, which I rarely do. I think better markings on the flounce piece would be very helpful. Also the directions for sewing the flounce are very confusing - it isn't clear when they are referring to the right side of the flounce or right side of the jacket.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the overall finished product. But my flounce piece was many inches too long so I had to trim it. Directions were terrible. Cutting/pattern piece instructions are very unclear. The 36/38 size fits great but the sleeves are slim - it will be difficult to wear this over a l/s shirt.
Fabric used a drapey cotton jersey
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made or would recommend Check the flounce length and overlap before you sew. Sew the sleeves in the flat. I did add the sleeve flounces in the round.
Would you sew this pattern again? Yes
Would you recommend this pattern to others? Yes
Any additional comments I *think* I would sew it again now that I have done it once.
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