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In the early days of The Batik Butik,
sample garments made by Frida, my friend in Bali, impressed
my customers at sewing shows. Everyone commented on how comfortable
my outfits looked and they wanted them too! Hundreds of requests
for patterns for these simple, yet elegant garments resulted
in The Bali Collection being formed in 2001. The patterns are specifically designed for my rayon batiks but other fabrics will work providing they have drape.
Patterns #101, 102,
103 and 104 are "Frida-inspired" but more recently my own
design ideas are being transformed into comfortable, stylish
wardrobe essentials with the help of fit and drafting expert, Kathleen Cheetham
of Petite Plus Patterns.
A member of the Independent Pattern Company Alliance (IPCA), The Bali Collection patterns are professionally graded and multi-sized from XS-XXXL. #101, 102, 103 & 104
are "beginner friendly".
Experienced sewers will
find them a quick project resulting in comfortable garments they
can either embellish or not...letting beautiful fabric make a statement. Thorough
guide sheets encourage beginner or novice sewers with abundant
illustrations, while Zeke (our gecko mascot) provides tips for
success with his own style of humor.
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