New Butterick Patterns for Spring

Ah, the lure of the new pattern catalog . . .  I am continuously tempted.  Suddenly a new option is the only one that will do for that fabric yardage I have been hoarding.  And yet, so often, I never get around to making that particular pairing because in a couple of months something new and shiny will catch my eye.  It's a real problem!  And yet here I am perusing the new offerings.  So let's take a look, shall we . . .

My favorite new pattern is this Gertie dress.  Although upon closer inspection, there is nothing exceptionally new or interesting here.  It is a lovely frock, but I am probably more intrigued by the lovely border print and her fabulous hairstyle!  But I do love that pleated skirt, and I know that I will be adding this one to my collection.  I know you are surprised, right?!

Gertie also has a button front blouse.  I am ever searching for that perfect blouse design, but I don’t believe this will be it.  It's cute, but I feel like I must have something just like it in my stash of patterns.  And none of the sleeve options are calling my name.

As far as trends go, there are quite a few cold shoulder designs included in this catalog.  I have always liked the look, and I see possibilities in this top.  I would probably cut it at the waist and attach a long skirt, or mess around with it in some other way.  But do I already have something like this in my sewing room, as well?

I am interested in the new Lisette design (Butterick 6567), although it is not really “me.”  Will I ever make it if I purchase the pattern?  The jury is still out on that one.  I do not have a great track record with straying too far from my comfort zone when it comes to modern designs.  The pockets are pretty fabulous, though!

I love the illustration for this classic wrap halter dress.  But do I need another wrap dress pattern?  Probably not.  I do love those ruffles, though . . . and the shoes illustration looks a little 1940s to me - where can I find those (hint, hint, Royal Vintage Shoes!).

And while I do not like either of the samples of Butterick 6558, this illustration is making me take a second look.  I guess I am still a fan of the cold shoulder.  I believe that floral print is distracting me.

Do you have any new favorites?  I will probably grab a couple of these at the next sale, but I do not feel the need to rush out immediately.  It feels rather strange, but the thrill of a new catalog appears to be diminishing as the years go by.  Is it me or the patterns?  It's probably a combination of both.  Would I be clamoring over a catalog filled with vintage confections with interesting seaming details and advanced ratings?  I think I would.

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