Pattern Description: Dress has fitted, lined bodice variations, gathered skirt and single
layer tie ends (wrong side will show) with narrow hem, and side zipper. B: semi-fitted skirt. A,B: mock wrap, front bodice extends into pleated back neckline. C: front shoulder pleats.
I made view A , added sleeve C and shortened the sleeve.
Pattern Sizing: 8-16 I cut the 12 and could have gone down to the 10. It's a little big on me
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 only glanced over the directions but they seem very clear.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the retro style of the pattern.
Fabric Used: Taffeta
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I added/shortened a sleeve. Instead of wearing the neckline like it's shown in the picture, I folded mine outward and tacked it at the waist.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I don't think I will make this one again but if you like this style dress, go for it.
Conclusion: Great pattern if you like this style.
Pattern Sizing: 8-16 I cut the 12 and could have gone down to the 10. It's a little big on me
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 only glanced over the directions but they seem very clear.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the retro style of the pattern.
Fabric Used: Taffeta
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I added/shortened a sleeve. Instead of wearing the neckline like it's shown in the picture, I folded mine outward and tacked it at the waist.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I don't think I will make this one again but if you like this style dress, go for it.
Conclusion: Great pattern if you like this style.
Here is a picture of the pleated neckline:
The gathers on the side tie:The gathers around the skirt:
Nice and I love the color on you...
Posted by: Pam W | February 26, 2013 at 02:59 PM
I'm buying this pattern tomorrow!!! I have it on my list! This is pretty and I love the color!
Posted by: Miesha Roshawn | February 27, 2013 at 12:48 AM
Ms. Adrienne you could have walked down the "red carpet" in this dress! Beautiful color and I love the shoes and accessories.
Posted by: Regina | February 27, 2013 at 05:18 AM
Lurve this dress and color!!! It looks fantastic on you!!! The B-O-W just does it for me!!!
Posted by: Melanie S. Turner | February 28, 2013 at 05:43 PM
Pretty!!! :)
Posted by: MAD14kt | March 01, 2013 at 10:42 PM
wow, you look wonderful in this dress!
Posted by: Heather | March 02, 2013 at 04:11 PM