Pattern Description: MISSES' DRESS: Straight, fitted dresses A, B, C, mid-knee, have front pleats, raised waist seam and back zipper. A: self-faced cap sleeves. B: three-quarter length sleeves. C: long sleeves.
Pattern Sizing: Sizes 8 -22.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, it did.
Were the instructions easy to follow? Pretty much. Beginners take your time with making the pleats. It's really not hard to do. It just takes a little patience.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? The pleated neckline and the empire waistline. Nothing to dislike.
Fabric Used: Jersey from JoAnn's Fabrics.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I did my usual FBA, prominent shoulder blades, and added some length to it. For this dress I thought I needed to move up a size, but ended up increasing the side seam allowances and cutting away to excess. I've used size 16 a few times lately and found that I'm more a 14 with my normal pattern adjustments.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes. I may make one more version of this dress. And I do recommend it. It's easy and comfortable.
Conclusion: This is a nice pattern that you can sew up fairly quick with no problems. Try it if you haven't already.
Hello, your dress is absolutely beautiful, a charm, just make one that is like the folds of the neck, kkkkk, but here in Brazil we do not have standards ready, so I had to create myself a drawing of the folds at the neckline and not left exactly as I expected.
ReplyDeleteI admire your work and parts.
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Eilan - Brazil
(sorry something crazy, I'm using a google translator.)
You look AMAZING in this dress!!!! I have this pattern and my own jersey solid waiting to be completed. This is so flattering on you and the color is gorgeous! Kudos, kudos, kudos!!
ReplyDeleteYou've made some really nice stuff - the black suit is my favorite and you did a smart thing with the button and loop.
ReplyDeleteThat dress is so dang classy. Love the color, style and fit.
ReplyDeletePurple is a wonderful colour. In my opinion, it is the only colour (other than black) that suits all women, regardless of their hair or skin colour. Beautiful dress BTW.
ReplyDeleteOMG - You look stunning!
ReplyDeleteOMG - You look stunning!
ReplyDeleteLove that pleaated neckline on you. Thiks dress fits beautifully and you look wonderful in it.
ReplyDeleteThat color looks beautiful on you. So pretty.
ReplyDeleteOooh, it's lovely! The color is very pretty on you.
ReplyDeleteAnother great dress! And I can't wait to see what you do with V1250!
ReplyDeleteYou have been productive as usual. All the garments are wonderful. The purple dress looks wonderful on you and the the green jacket and dress is just right for spring.
ReplyDeleteThis looks fabulous on you- so elegant and fitted perfectly!
ReplyDeleteOh, I do love this dress, ever since Michelle Obama wore a similar dress to the White House before she moved in! Looks fabulous on you!
ReplyDeleteThat dress looks stunning on you. I really like the color. A definite winning and a great addition to your wardrobe.
ReplyDeleteLilac really is your colour it looks stunning with your beautiful skin tone. I do wish I could stop fiddling around and become as productive with my sewing as you are. Netta you inspire me.
ReplyDeleteLooks amazing! Yet another pattern that I've been eyeing, but haven't gotten around to.
ReplyDeleteReally classic look. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThis looks fantastic on you!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a chic and classic look. Love the color and the fit on you.
ReplyDeleteThis dress looks awesome on you!
ReplyDeleteI also made this dress back in March, but could not figure out how to do a FBA so I had to cut the shoulders smaller, and then I also added a bit of length to the lower edge of the upper bodice. Do you have any tips on doing the FBA as I would love to make this dress again.