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, very easy.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? The shape and simplicity of the pattern
Fabric Used: Light weight cotton. Mainly as a test item.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I made the size 12 which is usually pretty good for me with most patterns but I found this one way too big from the waist up and especially the neck line which poofed out. I decided to run a small gathering line at front of neck which hasn't turned out too bad. I had to take in 2cm on each side at under arms and taper to waist. I also added length at the waist as I always find patterns a little too short for me in this area. I lengthened it to finish at mid knee also.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes I will sew it again and have one cut out and waiting. I have cut the 10 for the top and tapered to a 12 from waist through hip. Yes I would recommend the pattern. It is a very simple pattern and easy. So a good pattern for whipping up quickly and some different treatments to change the look.
Conclusion: Quick and easy although I do find New Look patterns just don't seem to be my fit.
Vonnevo said... Your test model looks great !!! Thanks for your VH review. I really appreciate the sizing information. I have this pattern on my TDL and coincidently, the same fabric from SL :) 12/4/12 5:10 AM
GoodbyeValntino said... Love the cotton and beautiful dress! I have also had mixed reviews about the fit of many NL patterns. 12/4/12 7:37 AM
sunnysewer said... lovely. 12/4/12 10:48 AM
AuntieShel said... Your dress is beautiful! Thanks for the tips on sizing. I also find New Look to run a little large. 12/4/12 7:26 PM
Jstarr4250 said... Very pretty dress and beautiful fabric. I agree with the others; New Look sometimes is very large in the bodice on me too. 12/4/12 9:47 PM
Your test model looks great !!! Thanks for your VH review. I really appreciate the sizing information. I have this pattern on my TDL and coincidently, the same fabric from SL :)
12/4/12 5:10 AM
Love the cotton and beautiful dress! I have also had mixed reviews about the fit of many NL patterns.
12/4/12 7:37 AM
lovely.
12/4/12 10:48 AM
Your dress is beautiful! Thanks for the tips on sizing. I also find New Look to run a little large.
12/4/12 7:26 PM
Very pretty dress and beautiful fabric. I agree with the others; New Look sometimes is very large in the bodice on me too.
12/4/12 9:47 PM
Pretty dress!
12/4/12 11:22 PM