Congratulations to ThreadsMagazine.com member elfstone. Her Candlewick N Roses blouse was picked as the winner in a vote by the Threads community. This blouse was inspired by the Threads article “Three Takes on the Classic White Shirt” from issue #140.
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Butterick, Misses’ Shirts and Shorts 6946 and 6947
This pattern makes fitted shirts with collar, sleeve, and cuff options, plus pleated shorts with a front zipper. Includes styles with rolled sleeves, turn-back cuffs, or a stitched hem. Sized for misses 4–12.
Pattern A has pleated patch pockets with flaps. Pattern B has side seam zippers. This Vogue sewing pattern kit was designed and printed in the United States and comes with sewing templates, instructions, fabric recommendations, pattern pieces, and sizing guides for (2) shirts and (1) pair of pants. Women's clothing patterns can be made to fit sizes 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14.
Elfstone, I know exactly what article inspired you. I was also inspired by that article. I ordered Fred Bloebaum's Athena blouse pattern with the square armholes. However I haven't acted any further on that inspiration and you created a real beauty. Congratulations! You deserve those wonderful prizes and the recognition!
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Congratulations, elfstone!
Thanks so much! How exciting; I've never entered a contest with my garments before.
Congratulations Elfstone. Your creation is so beautifully elegant.
Elfstone, I know exactly what article inspired you. I was also inspired by that article. I ordered Fred Bloebaum's Athena blouse pattern with the square armholes. However I haven't acted any further on that inspiration and you created a real beauty. Congratulations! You deserve those wonderful prizes and the recognition!
That is one pretty blouse Elfstone! So glad you won.
Absolutely beautiful! Congratulations Elfstone
Congratulations! I know you are going to enjoy all of your prizes and your incredibly beautiful white shirt.