It's time to sew for summer and we have received our Big 4 New catalogs all at once, in our PatternReview Shop. Vogue Patterns, McCall's, Butterick and Simplicity have come out with bright and cheery, wardrobe "refreshers". Each catalog has it's own style including, Vogue Patterns with their fashion forward designs, McCall's gives us their modern takes on the trendy styles and both Butterick and Simplicity with their classic styles that the whole family can enjoy. Let's have a look at a few of the standouts from each of the new catalogs.
This Butterick top is our first stop in refreshing your wardrobe. We all know you have been saving that perfect piece of Rayon Challis, for that pattern that checks off that perfect fit and flow. You just might want to make two! This pullover top, semi-fitted through bust, has faux wrap V-neckline, elastic waist, narrow hems, length and sleeve variations, and purchased bias facings.
If layering is your thing, try this new duster design from Simplicity, which will be sure to bring your summer clothes to the next level. The misses' Dusters come in three lengths and has a deep V-neckline, lined bodice, tie front closure and bust gathers. View A has self ruffle detail. View A and View B have elastic at sleeves. View C has long flared sleeves.
Simplicity also has this new pull on skirt and pants duo that will get you out of the sewing room and on the town. These easy-to-sew knit skirts and pants are must-have staples for your wardrobe. View A is an asymmetrical midi skirt. View B is a long skirt with a side slit. Views C and D are flare pants with hip patch pockets. Pants are available in two lengths. 1 Hour sewing machine time only.
Now for the Vogues Patterns. In true Vogue style their new catalog will turn us all into fashionistas! This catalog especially caught our attention for the BRIGHT colors and fabric choices!
Vogue Patterns 1939 has two looks including a loose-fitting top that has gathered sleeves, and button with bias loop front closure. View A is cropped and has elastic waist, front ties, and three-quarter sleeves with elastic hems. View B has long sleeves, cuffs with button and bias loop closure, continuous lap opening, and lace trim.
Vogue Patterns 1933 and Vogue Patterns 1934
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Vogue Patterns 1933: Button-front A-line dress, loose-fitting through bust, has dropped shoulders, collar, neckband, patch pocket, side slits and length variations. Long sleeves have concealed button closure along under seam and button cuffs.
Vogue Patterns 1934: Dress with stand collar, yoke, front band at raised waist, front buttons with bias loops, side seam pockets, and invisible back zipper in two lengths and two sleeve options. View A features crosswise grain designed for double border prints.
Leave it to McCall's to get into the wardrobe refresher game. This shirtdress comes in two lengths has collar and stand, puff sleeves with lining, and is finished with a narrow hem. Views A and B have gathers below the waist.
These skirts are really the perfect garments to wear this summer. McCall's 8389 gives us misses skirts in two lengths have yoke and optional pockets. And a high waisted A-line skirts have seaming details and an exposed zipper at center front.
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