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McCall's: 6612 (Misses'/Women's Dresses) - Type:Dresses

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RobinE


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12/3/12 3:58 PM

Last Updated:

12/3/12 4:00 PM

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McCall's Pattern Info

Pattern Rating:

Easy & Great for Beginners

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Available for sale on PR: $14.21 (See envelope)

Tip: Using Clear Elastic to Stablize Necklines

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Polyester Knit [See other projects in this fabric]

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Pattern Description: "Close-fitting, pullover dresses have neckline/sleeve variations and narrow hem. A: elasticized side seams. D: double-layered collar." I made view B using view A's cutting line for length.

Pattern Sizing: 8-16, 18W-24W. I made a size 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? Overall, I thought they were great, though I did change a couple of things. First, I decided to stabilize the back neck and the shoulder seams with clear elastic (using the tip linked above). The other change was I went ahead and sewed the sleeves in the flat instead of doing set-in sleeves.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the neckline-- I find this draped look is pretty flattering for me, and that is what drew me to the pattern. And it really is easy!

Fabric Used: A polyester knit purchased from Hancock Fabrics in 2007. It is textured on one side and smooth/slinky-ish on the reverse.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: The only alteration I made was in using a 3/4" seam allowance in the underarm sleeve seam (I accidentally cut a chunk out of my fabric that was a little too close to the 5/8" seam line... whoops!). Other than that, I changed nothing.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I think I will sew it again, maybe the sleeveless version for summer. Or maybe one with the big cowl neck. The variations included in this pattern make it a really versatile one. I definitely recommend it!

Conclusion: I am super happy with my new dress. This pattern is a winner!

There are more pictures of this dress on my blog:

http://crafty-musings.blogspot.com/2012/12/mccalls-6612.html

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	Jstarr4250 said... Very pretty! The fit and fabric look great. 12/3/12 4:15 PM
	Kim12469 said... Really cute and super flattering! 12/3/12 9:58 PM
	hme75 said... This looks great on you! I just finished this dress out of a sweater knit and I love it. 12/3/12 10:51 PM
	SewWil said... Very pretty dress. 12/4/12 0:15 AM
	BeaJay said... Your dress is lovely and really suits you. Love the fabric. Great job. 12/4/12 1:37 AM
	stitchywitch said... Really nice - much prettier than the photo on the envelope! 12/4/12 2:43 AM
	Lori V said... Very pretty dress. 12/4/12 6:58 AM
	Noelle Mac said... Wow! You look great! Thanks for the review! 12/4/12 8:30 AM
	Rascalsmom said... I love it! Inspirational. 12/4/12 12:07 PM
	Rascalsmom said... I love it! Inspirational. 12/4/12 12:07 PM