A few years ago I sent Melissa a few patterns. Yes, across the pond. I was cleaning out my stash. Okay, I needed room for new patterns. Check out her link, then look at McCall's 5802. She did a fantastic job. The bones of a good design is what makes it timeless. I know the new patterns are starting to come out, but perhaps I should go on a pattern diet as well. I was culling my stash and found these. I bought them when I was stationed in Germany in the '80's. Don't the skirts and trousers look familiar?
The February issue of Lucky, page 33 says "with their abbreviated fit and tuxedo-style polish, waiter jackets are one of the best shapes for winter and the March 2009 issue of Threads published an article about revamping '80's patterns, page 80. A few small alterations and the jacket becomes very modern.
I think I need to visit my pattern stash more often...
2 comments:
It's time for an '80s revamp, right? I've been looking at '80s patterns myself. But the shoulders and the sleeves definitely need to be altered.
My only wish is that I didn't make up more of what you sent me! It's a good reminder for all of us to shop our stash before buying more though...
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