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Vogue Patterns: 1236 (Misses' Dress and Belt) thumbsup - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Reviewed by:Westy85
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Posted on:4/25/12 3:05 AM
Last Updated:2/12/13 5:39 AM
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Pattern Photo:Vogue Patterns 1236
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Available for sale on PR: $22.50 (See envelope)
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Fabric:Linen Blend  [See other projects in this fabric]
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I followed the pattern to the sizing and found it fit exactly to my desired measurements. This pattern is a fairly baggy fit, as you can pull it over your head and doesn't require any zips or fastners. I LOVE that you can then just use a belt to fit it around your waste and it looks great!.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
I think it defintely looked like the drawing but with the right material you can make this dress amazing! I ended up starting with a plain black because I figured I could put a coloured button shirt underneath. I had this pattern when I went to the fabric shop and I picked a patterned material which is now one of my favourite work dresses!

Were the instructions easy to follow?
The instructions were easy to follow and once you have made it once its extremely easy to make. I made my second dress after work and finished it that night.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
The only changes I made was sewing together the top lining. I try to ensure I don't have to hand stitch too much so I did it a little differently. I also cut a section of lining which can be shown from the image above because I like it when my work dresses are fully lined.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes and Yes!! I have already made 3 dresses in this pattern and will most likely keep making it over. But I am also the type of person to want something I love in every colour.

Conlusions:
The Vogue pattern may not look like the most interesting pattern but this dress is so comfortbale, easy to make and can be made so lovely in the right matierial. It's my new favourite dress pattern!
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Lori V said...
Very pretty dresses, I will have to give this pattern a second look.
4/25/12 7:08 AM
LakesideLady said...
Very cute ! I just made this. I never thought about wearing a blouse underneath. Great idea. I can't wait to try that.
4/25/12 10:05 AM
LakesideLady said...

4/25/12 10:07 AM
norie creates said...
Very nice simple but stylish dress.
4/25/12 10:22 AM
zoe said...
I just love how you do different versions of a dress pattern. These are lovely!
4/25/12 10:36 AM
Sue Parrott said...
Wow, I love your dress! I love 'jumpers' or a dress with a blouse underneath. So very cute!
4/25/12 10:36 PM
Michele Lommasson said...
So very darling. Easy to make, easy to wear, and good looking; I could definitely buy into this pattern.
4/26/12 0:52 AM
Westy85 said...
Thank you for the comments everyone. Its nice to have such lovely feedback.
5/11/12 6:34 AM
jenleeC said...
This is a deceptively stylish dress for such a simple design. I love your styling as jumper with a shirt.
9/21/12 8:31 AM
SewWil said...
Both versions of this dress are very pretty.
9/21/12 9:00 AM
Jstarr4250 said...
Your dress is lovely and the perfect example of versatility. Thanks for the eye-opener. Helps me to think outside the box more often!
9/21/12 10:21 AM
chenille said...
I love how you showed versatility with the 2 versions - they look great! You are making me have second thoughts about this pattern, and must not buy any more patterns.
9/21/12 12:11 PM
Ms. McCall said...
Love both versions - you had great vision pick these fabrics with (what looked like to me) a pretty meh pattern.
9/21/12 7:02 PM
rivergum said...
I love all your different versions! And you style them so beautifully with the belts, shirts and leggings. Great wardrobe.
2/13/13 2:45 PM
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