M5515 was a Bust!

So M5515 didn't work out. I did a muslin and everything and when I put it together in the fashion fabric it just did not work. I think I chose the wrong kind of fabric. So in the garbage it went. Tomorrow I'm going to the garment district to pick up some regular cotton sateen. So my next project is Burda 4/2007 114. Using this satin fabric.

I've already done my full bust adjustment and a test garment, so now I'm ready to starting cutting out my blouse which I will try to do some time this week. It seems like a fast project and I think it will go well with my spring summer theme. Speaking of Burda, I can't wait till next months issue. I saw so many things that I wanted make. They're really hitting the trends with this issue. From a shirtdress, to a motorcycle jackets, to some really beautiful summer dresses. All the patterns you get for $9. WOW

Katherine from Bloom's Fabric Obssesion reminded me that I was suppose to give a review on the Threads Fitting DVD's. I find that they're great if you want to learn the basics of pattern adjustments. Also, all the DVD's intertwine in some form or another. Like there is bust and arm adjustment instruction on the torso DVD, so you kind of feel like you need all of the DVD's. The DVD's are 30 minutes each which kind of bugged me because I feel 30 minutes of instuction per disc is not worth $100. They could have put all the different fitting techniques on one DVD. I kind of feel like I got suckered, but I'm sure I will find the DVD useful on few occasions. I tried to use it for the blouse I am currently working on but they didn't have any instructions for fiull bust adjustments for vertical darts. Basically, what I'm saying is save your money. I didn't feel the instructions given were worth the money I paid.

Til later. :-)