Wednesday, January 9, 2013

New Look 6936 - Simple But Stylish




Today it's 51 degrees in Chicago. I can't believe it. The sky is clear and sunny. I thought it was perfect for taking pictures outside. Problem.., The wind is high and I couldn't keep my hair away from my eyes. So we got a few pictures outside then we went back inside for the rest.

This is the second time around for this dress. I made it for my sister a few years ago.

This pattern is described as Misses' knit dress in two lengths with variations. It's comes in sizes 8 to 18.

My version looks similar to the pictured model on the envelope except for the small changes that I made. The instructions were simple. This time around I didn't read them. I was able to complete this dress in less than two hours.

This pattern was perfect for the polyester knit fabric, a gift from Andrea a couple years ago. No dislikes.
 My changes were minimum or I should say my basic usual.

 -FBA - Similar to this.
 -Added neck binding in black spandex knit. Measure the length of the neckline; then subtract three inches to create a snug fix around the neckline.
 -Added a few inches to the length of the skirt.
 -Added a few inches to the length of the sleeves. It's winter. So I wanted the sleeves to come to at least my elbows.

I think I may sew View B in a solid. This is a super easy pattern to sew. I recommend it to all level sewists.

23 comments:

  1. Sharp, sharp, sharp. Such a lovely dress, perfect fabric and you are wearing it well!

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  2. Great dress! I love that fabric!

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  3. You just can't beat a good wrap-dress. Diane VB certainly started something, didn't she? Your version is great and looks great on you.

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  4. I love the chevron pattern of the fabric in this dress pattern. For me, it really works with the kimono sleeves.

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  5. Very nice, I love the print. I think I may have print if not the same, very similar.

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  6. Oooh nice C - stunning! I love the fabric.

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  7. That is a beautiful dress - your version should be on the pattern cover as it is so much better. Lovely fabric too.

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  8. That is some dress! It's gorgeous--eye catching. It's a "wow" dress!

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  9. the print is amazing, it really makes the dress.

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  10. Simple and stylish yes, but with a wow factor too. The fabric is perfect for this pattern... a stunning dress that looks great on you!

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  11. You look sharp in this new dress. The print is perfect!

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  12. Very chic! one of my fav patterns as well. I like your idea of a longer sleeve for winter...looks good!

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  13. Love the chevron print. Your hair looks fabulous too!!!!

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  14. The colors of this dress are stunning on you.

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  15. Beautiful job on that dress. The pattern and fabric go together nicely.

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  16. The fabric and silhouette are very flattering! Great job!

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  17. Love the dress and the shoes are KILLER!

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  18. Selamlar. Hem kumaşın deseni çok hoş, hem de model süper. Harika görünüyor. Çok yakışmış.

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  19. Looks terrific and perfect with the shoes. You've raised the style index for the windy city!

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  20. Gorgeous! and love the fabric :-)

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  21. Oh my goodness! I love that dress! It's so flattering, so fresh and the fabric is perfect! Nice job, Cennetta! It looks great on you!

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