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Monday, May 7, 2012

DIY Denim Maxi: Pattern Review of Burda 7283 (modified)





Happy Monday!! 

I had the most amazing weekend and I want to share it with you but I can't just yet, LOL I will soon, promise. For today I want to review Burda 7283 which I used to make this denim maxi skirt. I had been looking for one for a while and then forgot about it until I wanted to wear one on saturday and realized I didn't own one so I pulled out this pattern because I knew what I wanted my skirt to look like and this pattern had the right style it just needed to be modified a bit. I LOVE my skirt!


Pattern Description Burda 7283: Variant A knee-length, with snap fasteners. 

Pattern Sizing: I cut the 8 but it was still pretty big on me so I had to take it in a bit.

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


Were the instructions easy to follow? The instructions on Burda patterns are pretty clear, they use good illustrations for newbies to understand and the instructions are clear.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the look of the skirt but I knew I wanted that style in a maxi so I added length.

Fabric Used: Denim

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I added length to make it a maxi and instead of using the snaps for the front as the pattern indicates for this view I chose the make the snaps non functioning and instead using an invisible zip in the CB so I didn't have to worry about gaping between the snaps when I sat down.

Would you sew it again? I don't know, there are so many other things I want to make but I do recommend it!

What I Wore

 DIY Denim Maxi, Neon Orange Tank @ Gap (similar here), Gifted Coach Bag Willis Collection from my oldest daughter ;-) Thank you baby girl!


xoxo
mimi g.

71 comments:

  1. SewtellmeMay 7, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    That skirt is the business! Did you distress the denim yourself?

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  2. Monica DMay 7, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    Mimi!!! darn it you...their you go SHOWING OFF AGAIN, LOL...LQQKing good babe...I L*VE the denim!!! :)

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  3. Sew-To-Fit by AD LynnMay 7, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    Really gorgeous, and you styled so fashionably, yet simple. How do you make it look so easy?

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  4. CrystalMay 7, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    The skirt turned out great!

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  5. CandaceMay 7, 2012 at 12:13 PM

    love the bleached denim and the fit is on point ;)

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  6. shamsMay 7, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    Wow, what a striking skirt. I love the button down front. I echo Sewtellme's question - did you distress that denim?

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  7. MartaMay 7, 2012 at 12:18 PM

    You hooked this up! I wanted to tell you that I bought a GROUPON offer last week to take a beginner basic sewing class at The Sewing Studio in New York, I am uber excited and can't wait to go so I can make my first maxi skirt from your tutorial..woot-woot!!!!

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  8. LashellMay 7, 2012 at 12:24 PM

    Now I have to go pick up this skirt pattern. Love the bleached denim look.

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  9. Mariela AlethiaMay 7, 2012 at 1:06 PM

    Love, love the skirt. The fabric is awesome!

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  10. MelindaMay 7, 2012 at 1:07 PM

    I have that orange tank from Gap--now I need that skirt!! ;) I would get on making it, but I still haven't found the time to make the maxi skirt--one thing at a time, getting ahead of myself! You're gorgeous as always, thanks for the inspiration!

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  11. KeeKeeMay 7, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    Another FAB maxi!!!

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  12. ShimaMay 7, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    I love this! I got my mom to make me a maxi over the weekend. I absolutely love it. I will be making myself one in a lot of different colors and prints.

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    1. UnknownMay 7, 2012 at 8:02 PM

      Putting your mama to work SMH, LOL thats awesome hun! xoxo

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  13. IandSMay 7, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    Fabulous!!!!! Zipper in the center back and non-functioning buttons - see that's a great tip for a newbie sewer like me :)

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  14. KikiMay 7, 2012 at 2:38 PM

    Too Cute!! I'm also curious about the distressing. But I also want to know if there is a split under the faux closures. Thanks!

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    1. UnknownMay 7, 2012 at 8:04 PM

      Yes there is ;-) just in case I wanna show a little leg, LOL

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  15. Sweet L. VittlesMay 7, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    Ok...so up until now, I've basically only been stalking you. I check your site everyday for inspiration. THIS skirt is HOT, so I HAD to comment. First of all, you are the cutest, second of all THANKS for inspiring all of your readers! Like someone else said...this skirt is the "business"! I'm totally in love...once I unpack my machine, I have to try this one! Kisses

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    1. UnknownMay 7, 2012 at 8:04 PM

      Thank you so much! and so glad you came out of stalking mode to comment, LOL
      xoxo

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  16. DivamazonMay 7, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    Woman I don't want to talk to you right now that skirt is so fabulous!!! I'm copying...no doubt about it. Take it as the absolute sincerest form of flattery. GORGEOUS!

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  17. DivamazonMay 7, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    Woman I don't want to talk to you right now that skirt is so fabulous!!! I'm copying...no doubt about it. Take it as the absolute sincerest form of flattery. GORGEOUS!

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  18. Ambitious SewerMay 7, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    The skirt looks great....I really love the button details it gives the skirt a more unique quality.

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  19. NatalieMay 7, 2012 at 3:56 PM

    I freakin love that skirt! Are you selling this one?
    Today is my birthday! (hint, hint) ;)

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  20. Ms. LA2007May 7, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    THIS SKIRT THO.. OMG! it is to die for... I adore it! You styled it perfectly

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  21. GabyMay 7, 2012 at 4:37 PM

    beautiful skirt

    gaby-acentralamericangirl.blogspot.com

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  22. TamiMay 7, 2012 at 6:00 PM

    Love it,love it and yes love it some more.

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  23. TamiMay 7, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    Love it,love it and yes love it some more. : )

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  24. LevoneMay 7, 2012 at 6:24 PM

    Beautiful skirt! I LOVE how your paired it with the orange tank and your new purse(love that as well).

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  25. ldymrmldeMay 7, 2012 at 7:25 PM

    Great outfit once again, Mimi!

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  26. UnknownMay 7, 2012 at 7:57 PM

    Thanks Sing!

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  27. MyraMay 8, 2012 at 2:19 AM

    I love your skirt too! It absolutely beautiful! That's a great unique fabric too! Did you purchase it like that or did you dye it yourself?

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  28. MyraMay 8, 2012 at 2:22 AM

    I love your skirt too! What a fabulous and unique fabric! Did you purchase it like that or did you dye it yourself?

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  29. joyjcMay 8, 2012 at 5:38 AM

    Wow. Really nice

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  30. FabEllisMay 8, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    Yeah...so...this is fabulous!

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  31. Kandice8May 8, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    Oh I gotta have this skirt... LOVE IT!!!!

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  32. miss leleMay 8, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    Thank you so much mimi. .I truly look forward to your new posts...they make my day.

    This skirt IS the business...no doubt about it...it's ubber hot!

    Where is the "like" button when you need it. :)

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  33. UnknownMay 8, 2012 at 12:18 PM

    Very cute look, I love this skirt!!!


    Carsedra of:

    http://www.embracingtherealme.com/

    http://sweets4yourtooth.blogspot.com/

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  34. create share and giveMay 8, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    so 70


    So 70's chic....

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  35. create share and giveMay 8, 2012 at 6:44 PM

    so 70"s chic

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  36. Masonya May 9, 2012 at 9:23 AM

    you mastered the maxi dress chica!!!Love&Peace*
    http://mbodiment.blogspot.com

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  37. AnonymousMay 9, 2012 at 2:15 PM

    Dear Mimi,

    Very beautiful dress, excellent sewing skills and beautiful denim fabric.
    Keep up your good work and thank you for sharing this.

    Greeting from Europe.
    Have a nice day, Femke

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  38. JacquiMay 10, 2012 at 7:36 PM

    I love this skirt

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  39. All Things Worthy of PraiseMay 16, 2012 at 6:21 PM

    You are one fly sister, I'm just sayin! You better work!

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  40. All Things Worthy of PraiseMay 16, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    When I grow up as a seamstress, I promise I am going to be just like you :-)

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  41. UnknownMay 16, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    Wow love this skirt! You are so gorge & talented ;-)

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  42. Merel | ModeplazaJune 1, 2012 at 6:48 AM

    You look awesome!

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  43. Dr. Pat D.January 8, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    Love the skirt!! Where is the invisible zipper? Not sure what CB stands for...lol

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Thank you for taking time to comment ;-)

xoxo
mimi g.