I got this email yesterday about new Kwik Sew patterns, so I headed over to the website to check them out. Unfortunately, I was a little disappointed in their new stuff. Not that I use Kwik Sew patterns a lot, but I have found the Kwik Sew book Sewing for Children to be wonderful and I just assumed that some of their designs would be a lot nicer as well. There are really only a few things that stood out for me:
First is a pair of shorts. I saw these and thought they are just so cute!
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| Kwik Sew 3854 |
I really like the button detail to these shorts, and the way the seaming at the top continues into the pocket construction. My only dislike is the length. I couldn't wear shorts that short, and I don't think they would look as good if I added length to them.
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| Kwik Sew 3849 |
Now this is more my style. I like simple tops that have length to them, much like a tunic. I think I like the one on the left (View A) a little more than the one on the right because of the classic appeal with the pin tucks on the upper top of the shirt. Lovely!
Well, that is all I liked. The rest of the collection are all simple pieces that you could really get from any of the Big 4 pattern companies without paying an arm and a leg in the price. When I saw this pattern, I just had to say "Really, Kwik Sew??"
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Kwik Sew 3843
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I'm sure someone will be buying this pattern, but it won't be me! There seems to be a whole geometric theme going on at Kwik Sew, because they had a pattern similar to this last fall/winter. I guess it did well, since they introduced this one.
Overall, not the best collection I have ever seen, and I don't think I am motivated to buy anything from Kwik Sew just yet.
What do you think? Are you a Kwik Sew fan, or what do you think about their collection??
I've never sewn a Kwik Sew pattern. I like the shorts with the buttons and agree about the length. It wouldn't work for me, but they are CUTE!
ReplyDeleteI like how you are reviewing the new patterns coming out. I rely on the bloggers out there to do this! I like some of Kwik Sew's patterns. The short's pattern is cute! I am frustrated with always being between the XS and S size, so I'm not liking the limited sizing options. But the right pattern is worth adjusting.
ReplyDeleteI was reading through quickly because I need to warm up the car to go to work. Then I saw those bottom two photos and screetched the tires! No! Not Vanessa--oh, ok, all is well in the world. And, yes the other selections are too cute. (And I hate your little skinny butt for being able to wear them) "GRIN!"
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