BurdaStyle Blog

Retro Chic: 8 New Patterns and Styles

Tue, 15 May 2012 17:35:00 +0000

This week's new patterns from burda style magazine are inspired by the American 50s. Form fitting garments and classic styles in gorgeous pastel colors with a modern take. Make yourself a high-waisted pencil skirt with starburst pleats, a classic seersucker blouse, or a pair of leather shorts.

Meet the BurdaStyle Team (and Their Anda Dress Variations)

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:39:00 +0000

The New York team has been admiring the "Anda Dress":http://www.burdastyle.com/patterns/anda/ sewing pattern for quite some time now after being inspired by all the great "member variations":http://www.burdastyle.com/gallery/303/. So we all got together for an office group sewing challenge, creating our own interpretations of this flattering and versatile pattern. We also thought it would be a great way to introduce the team and give you a glimpse of our personal style. Read on to learn more about our projects and to meet the ladies behind BurdaStyle.com.

Featured Member: Janul

Mon, 07 May 2012 18:30:00 +0000

I started sewing when I was about 12, making doll clothes and around the age of 15 I made myself some simple dresses and bags with the help of my mother. After that I stopped sewing for some time. After my first child was born, I felt a strong need to make and create things.

Brazilian Summer: 6 New Patterns

Tue, 01 May 2012 18:03:00 +0000

Brazilian clothing - known for its attractive colors, grace, and sophistication - is something burda style magazine has taken inspiration from in creating the garments and patterns we share with you this week. Add some color and character to your summer wardrobe with these styles...

May Couture Challenge: Behind the Seams with Marina von Koenig

Tue, 01 May 2012 17:12:00 +0000

What happens when you take on a self-imposed monthly couture challenge? I completed the "April project":http://www.burdastyle.com/blog/behind-the-seams-the-making-of-a-couture-skirt-and-blouse/ and here I was, restless, waiting for the next issue to arrive so I could choose a sewing pattern for the May project. Remember what this was all about? Here’s a refresher:

Menswear: New Patterns and Old Favorites

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:44:00 +0000

It's not every month that we see menswear patterns in burda style magazine, but in our April issue there were two new summer styles we just had to share with you! In this post we have also gathered some of our favorite men's patterns on the site along with inspiration from member projects.

MOO Business Card + Postcard Giveaway

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:49:00 +0000

UPDATE! Congratulations to our winners: 1st Prize, "Erla Björk":http://pinterest.com/erlabjorkovich/my-burda-style-favorites/, Runner Ups, "Carol Copeland":http://pinterest.com/carolacopeland/my-burdastyle-favorites/ and "Samantha Browne":http://pinterest.com/stareater/my-burdastyle-favorites/

New Plus Size Patterns: 6 Modern Styles

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:59:00 +0000

This week, we present six sleek new patterns ranging from sizes 44 - 52. Make yourself a stylish suit, a form-fitting pencil skirt, or a luxurious georgette blouse.

April 2012: Current Top Selling Patterns

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:10:00 +0000

Check out this month's top 10 best selling patterns so far!

April 2012 Favorites: A Couture Aficionado's Top 5 Sewing Patterns

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 22:25:00 +0000

This week, BurdaStyle guest blogger and couture aficionado Marina von Koenig shares her top five sewing pattern picks from our site and gives us some fabric inspiration for her favorite styles.