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Japanese Pattern Books: Drape Drape 3: Dress 2 (One pattern drape dress) - Type:Dresses

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meggipeg


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2/6/13 4:04 AM

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Petite

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Pattern Rating:

Highly Recommend

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Pattern Description:
A dress with a side drape that forms a single sleeve. The dress is made from a single piece of fabric with binding on the neckline and sleeve.
Pattern Sizing:
Very small Japanese sizing. I made the L/XL which is perfect for a AUS/UK size 10.
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?
The instructions were in Japanese so I can't comment on the written instructions, but the diagrams are very clear and I worked it out easily.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
This is a very simple design which is quick and easy to sew. The finished result is unique and stylish and has the wow factor!
Fabric Used:
Lace fabric with a slight stretch. The geometric pattern of the lace accentuates the draping on the dress.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I made this exactly to the pattern, except that I included an additional sleeve on my version (the original has only one sleeve). I took the sleeve pattern from dress No. 7 in the same book and it was perfect. I just took it in slightly and shortened it to match the existing, draped sleeve. I bound the sleeves with a strip of cotton knit fabric in a matching colour and used the same knit fabric as binding on the inside of the neckline.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
This is a simple and lovely dress and I will probably make it again in different fabric. I have lots of other Drape Drape patterns I want to try first though! I do recommend this and it would suit a newish sewist (that's a tongue twister!).
Conclusion:
I am really pleased with the fit and style of this dress. I love how the 'Drape Drape' patterns turn simplicity of design into something special and unique. The lace fabric makes this dress feel like a special occasion dress and I would be interested to see it made from a different fabric for daily wear.
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	FreyaStark said... Amazing! And very chic. 2/6/13 6:02 AM
	Sewiing Sue said... Fascinating pattern and it delivers! Great photo shoot/Adobe tinkering. 2/6/13 10:51 AM
	thegreenviolet said... This is so beautiful. I completely agree with the addition of the sleeve, it looks great and will probably get much more wear this way! 2/6/13 11:43 AM
	aaltje said... It is gorgeous! I do love the second sleeve, it completely changes the look of the dress - I got all three drape drape books as birthday presents and didn't find this one very attractive, but with the second sleeve it suddenly becomes very appealing! Great idea. 2/6/13 3:45 PM
	Levone said... Pretty dress! 2/6/13 4:11 PM
	jenleeC said... Love your version! I am not a fan of the one-sleeve look despite it being a designer favourite so your sleeve adjustment makes this a winner. 2/8/13 8:42 PM