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Pattern Manufacturer Burda
Pattern Name/Number 08-2011-16
Pattern Description Basic woven tank top
Which view and size did you make? Size 40
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? Yes
If not, why? Typical Burda instruction. Sparse and somewhat confusing.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I was looking for a basic camisole/tank top pattern with bias edged arm and neck edges, rather than facings
Fabric used Woven silk-like synthetic from the discount rack.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made or would recommend I made the pattern exactly as written. However, the result is unwearable. The neckline is way too wide. I have fairly broad shoulders and the shoulder straps are nearly falling off on me. The arms openings are also way too tight. It needs to have almost 2" scooped out under the arms. Plus, it's too tight through the hips. I ended up just cutting it about 4" shorter so it wouldn't bunch up around my hips. These are fairly significant changes for such a simple pattern. I think I'll look for something else, rather than trying to alter this one.
Would you sew this pattern again? No
Would you recommend this pattern to others? No
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