Burda 10-2011-121 Wrap Blouse

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Pattern Manufacturer

Burda

Pattern Name/Number

10-2011-121 Wrap Blouse

Pattern Description

Wrap blouse with ruffles and wide sleeves with elastic at the wrists. http://www.burdastyle.de/aktuelles/n..._aid_3810.html Scroll forward to image #4

Which view and size did you make?

There's only one view of this blouse. Size 38 with size 40 waist.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

Yes

If not, why?

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Were the instructions easy to follow?

Yes

If not, why?

The instructions were typical Burda magazine instructions, which can be sparse and tricky to follow. Additionally, Burda follows a different assembly order than most North American patterns. This pattern is for intermediate/advanced sewists.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

I love how feminine it is. I've never done circular ruffles before, but love how they look. I think it was a perfect match for my fabric.

Fabric used

Very drapey synthetic fabric. I have no idea what it's called. It's like a matte, synthetic silk with no stretch. Bought off the discount rack.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made or would recommend

I used a woven with no stretch, even though the pattern calls for a drapey fabric with some stretch in it. It looks fine, but is a bit tight across the back. If I'd used the stretch fabric called for, it would be fine. I let out the front darts to about half of what was marked on the pattern. I also widened the waist slightly. I have the waist definition of a sausage and this is a normal alteration for me. If I make this blouse again I might also give it more of an A-line shape from the waist to the hem to create the illusion that I have a waist.

Would you sew this pattern again?

Yes

Would you recommend this pattern to others?

Yes

Any additional comments

Since I used a synthetic that cannot be ironed at a high temperature to crease it, I had a hard time pressing the facings to the inside. They tend to slip out. I tacked them to the shoulder seam, but they still slip out a bit along the neckline. Not sure what to do about this.
I plan to make the dress version of this pattern, in the recommended stretch woven. Love it! I told DH he needs to take me out on a date so I can wear it.

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