McCall 7790 - Designed by Palmer/Pletsch Melissa Watson
This kimono styled jacket/lounge robe was my first project finished at SewCamp. I totally negated the fabric suggestions on the envelope. The knit that I used is beefier than what they suggested and it was about 20% stretch in it.
I originally envisioned this as a dress, but that idea quickly went out the window when I realized how high the side slits were. During the entire time of adjusting the pattern, I never once thought about the length of the side seams.
This pattern is available in two size groupings (XS, S, M) and (L,XL, XXL). I used size Large with modifications, some of which I think I could skipped.
It does look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope. Wearing it feels more over-sized than it looks if that makes sense.
The instructions were not confusing or difficult. There is a better way to attach the hem band to the jacket though. But I was able to follow the construction instruction and get good results. Maybe later I'll do a tutorial on an alternative method that I've tried before.
My fabric was purchased at FabricMart Fabric last year during SewCamp. It is a scuba knit. What drew me to it was the floral and the bright red. It speaks happiness.
My pattern alterations:
- Full bust adjustment - I could have skipped that. I don't have pictures. Palmer/Pletsch included instructions on how to do it.
- Prominent Shoulder Blades - I think I could have skipped that too.
- I excluded the lining. The fabric was heavy enough, and I didn't care about adding one.
I dislike the construction for the hem band and the effect of the FBA. The FBA created a gigantic dart! When I make it again, I use Sandra Betzina's dartless FBA pictured below.
Stay Tuned; there is more to come!
C
