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McCall's: 5974 thumbsup - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Reviewed by:Anne Cherry
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Posted on:1/21/13 6:02 AM
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Pattern Photo:McCall's 5974
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Available for sale on PR: $12.71 (See envelope)
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Pattern Description: "The Perfect Knit Dress"

Pattern Sizing: 8-16

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? Yes

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
Love the double wrap ties. They come up high under the bust and hide a multitude of 'sins''...

Fabric Used: ITY Knit from Rockdale Spotlight

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
- A Cheat FBA - added 1 inch to bodice lengthh
- Narrowed sleeve width - as is, the pattern has a LOT of ease in the sleeve.
- No need at all for a zipper in this dress!!

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Oh yes, this will have many incarnations!

Conclusion: This is, indeed, a Perfect Knit dress for me. Great on its own or with a short jacket. Very comfortable to wear!

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jlg said...
This is an absolutely wonderful dress. It looks wonderful on you.
1/21/13 6:22 AM
Jstarr4250 said...
What a gorgeous knit dress. The bodice fits so well with no gaping whatsoever. This one is being moved to the top of my list.
1/21/13 6:31 AM
Amiejean said...
Nice review, I have this pattern, it looks great on you. I love your hair, btw.
1/21/13 6:38 AM
Re Becca said...
Very flattering!
1/21/13 7:49 AM
Renata said...
Wwow!!
1/21/13 8:00 AM
Lori V said...
Very pretty dress.
1/21/13 9:41 AM
SewWil said...
Beautiful dress! Looks great on you.
1/21/13 10:57 AM
ArtAttack said...
SO cute...dusting off this pattern...thanks!
1/21/13 11:18 AM
JTink said...
Very pretty. I've made many off of the other view, but can't work up the nerve to try the wrap.
1/21/13 4:36 PM
AuntieShel said...
Just beautiful!!!!
1/21/13 6:12 PM
norie creates said...
I love your fabric! The pattern really showcases it well!
1/21/13 6:31 PM
sewbehind said...
What a beautiful, classic dress. Love everything about it.
1/21/13 7:00 PM
margy.64 said...
Very flattering dress.
1/21/13 8:28 PM
Amanda.Claire said...
Wow, veryyyyy pretty!
1/21/13 8:43 PM
Sue Parrott said...
Love this! Looks great on you!
1/21/13 9:57 PM
Eva Suzanne said...
Very attractive dress .. the fit & the fabric!
1/22/13 0:21 AM
JuliN said...
The dress looks just lovely on you & I really like the print.
1/22/13 3:44 AM
Dilliander said...
Hi Anne, your dress looks wonderful on you, very stylish and will be great with the jackets you mentioned.
1/22/13 3:44 AM
JanieBee said...
Well done! The dress looks gorgeous on you!
1/22/13 11:02 AM
grey ann said...
I love the print. It is just perfect for this style. The dress looks so nice on you.
1/22/13 10:13 PM
Levone said...
Gorgeous dress!
2/5/13 9:19 AM
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