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McCall's 5890

 

McCall's 5890

Pattern Description: Loose fitting, unlined jackets A, B have shawl collar with center back pleats and stitched hems; pullover, fitted top C or dresses D, E have cap sleeves and princess seams; top C is above hip length; dress D is below mid-knee; dress E is above ankle length; dresses D, E are slightly flared; fitted, straight legged, pull-on pants F, G are above ankle or full length.

Pattern Sizing: 6-14


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? SUPER EASY!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I actually loved that this dress had princess seams. I didn't know that before I started cutting it.


Fabric Used: Jersey


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I HIGHLY recommend this dress!

Conclusion: This is a great basic dress. Fantastic wardrobe builder.

Vogue 8241

 

Vogue 8241

Pattern Description: Semi-fitted, pullover lined dress with waistline casing in seam and blousing in bodice, back neckline opening with button and loop closing. A: ribbon belt. B: belt with buckle.

Pattern Sizing: 14-16


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Very

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved this pattern.


Fabric Used: Georgette


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I love this dress. I recommend it if this style is something that you like.

Conclusion: This was really a simple dress. It took me longer than expected because of my fabric choice. Since I used a sheer fabric for the dress and the lining, I had to make sure all my seams were nice and neat. It's all finished with french seams on the inside, which took a LONG time, but it was well worth it. I read reviews about it not "blousing" out the way it does on the pattern envelope but I liked that just fine. I wore a wider belt and it gave me more of the effect I was looking for. Overall great dress.

Butterick 5224 & Kwik Sew 3064

 

Butterick 5224

Kwik Sew 3064

Pattern Description: Loose-fitting, unlined Jackets A, B have gathered lower section, band and collar in one, extended sleeve variations. B: gathered sleeve ruffle. Unlined jackets C, D, E: elastic waistline with stitched ties and extended sleeve length variations.

Pattern Sizing: XSM- Med


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes very.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Great pattern.


Fabric Used: Cotton


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? HIGHLY recommend it.

Conclusion:  I thought this would be a great top for a swimsuit coverup. I was right lol. I loved this and how simple it went together. Perfect for what I needed it for!

The Swimsuit lol

Pattern Description: The Misses' swimsuits have a low cut back and all outside edges are finished with elastic. View A & B have a wrap style front with gathers at the side seams. Bra cups are optional. View C has a contrast tank style front bodice, shelf bra lining and a decorative belt with a buckle.

Pattern Sizing: XS-XL


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? SUPER! I LOVE KWIK SEW INSTRUCTIONS!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I LOVED IT!


Fabric Used: Spandex Lyrca


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None!

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? YES! If I need another one piece swimsuit, I will make this one. I HIGHLY recommend it.

Conclusion: This is such a great pattern! I thought making a swimsuit would be hard, it really wasn't. I added bra cups and it was my first time doing it. I didn't have ANY trouble at all. I will NEVER buy another swimsuit!!!

Vogue 8645

 

Vogue 8645

Pattern Description: Loose-fitting, pullover, fully lined dresses A, B have front and back v-neck, removable shoulder ties, side seam pockets and sash. A: slightly flared, mid-knee length. B: flared, lower calf length. A, B: topstitch trim.

Pattern Sizing: 8-14


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Loved this pattern.


Fabric Used: Brushed silk


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I doubt if I sew this one again, but I do highly recommend it.

Conclusion: I really loved this pattern from the very first time I saw it. It can be dressed up or down by just changing shoes and accessories!

Simplicity 2497

 

Simplicity 2497

Pattern Description: Cynthia Rowley - sewing patterns dresses. Misses' dress in three lengths with neckline variations.

Pattern Sizing: 12-20


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Very easy.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?  I love everything about this pattern!


Fabric Used: Silk Dupoini


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I don't think I will sew this one again. I do recommend it.

Conclusion: This was such a great pattern. It is very well drafted and went together very well. Because I used silk dupoini, I knew it would ravel so I did a hong kong finish on all the seams. I simply LOVE this dress!

Vogue 1179

 

Vogue 1179

Pattern Description: Very loose-fitting, pullover dress, above mid-knee length, has pleated front, cowl collar and wide stitched hem.

Pattern Sizing: 6-12


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? SUPER easy. I only looked at them when I was attaching the cowl.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Loved this pattern. Nothing to dislike.


Fabric Used: Cotton


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I absolutely LOVE this dress!  I highly recommend it. I doubt if I make it again, but it's a winner in my book.

Conclusion: Great pattern!

Simplicity 3803

 

 

Simplicity 3803

I couldn't decide which picture I liked best so I posted both :)

Pattern Description: Misses Dresses

Pattern Sizing: 12-20


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? I've made this dress umm maybe 4 times, I don't even need the instructions anymore lol.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Obviously I LOVE this pattern lol.


Fabric Used: Cotton interlock


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? This is my go to maxi dress pattern. I HIGHLY recommend it if you can find it. It's OOP now.

Conclusion:GREAT pattern!!!