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Reviewed by:Victoria B
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Posted on:12/7/12 1:47 PM
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Time to Sew:
About 8 hours or so.

Sewing Ease (scale 1 easy to 10 difficult):
This dress wasn't difficult at all. It was basically princess seam dress but the sleeves required a bit of work since they had lots of pleats. I'd give it a 5.

Pattern Description:
Straight, fitted, lined dress, below mid-knee has princess seams, yoke front, back zipper and cap sleeve with pleats.

Pattern Sizing:
I cut the size 12 for bodice and graded to a 14 for waist and below.

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?
Pretty much. This was a very uncomplicated pattern.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I loved the neckline and sleeves.

Fabric Used:
A lovely shimmery & iridescent jacquard with bronze, black, and various shades of gray. I picked this up at a Hancock's in Chattanooga, TN this Summer and was told it was a premier fabric and was only being sold in 10 stores. I was pretty blessed to get my hands on it!

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
*I omitted the vent.
*Did my usual short back alteration--- 1" tuck above the waistline tapering to side seam.

What would you do differently next time?:
*If I used jacquard again I would definitely interface all the pieces. The weaving characteristic of the fabric made it a little prone to stretching which I noticed in the neckline. When I made a muslin (see my facebook page for pic) the neckline wasn't as wide. But in the jacquard it was a bit so and posed the risk of my bra showing. This is mainly the reason I decided to wear a shrug---you know for modesty's sake. Next time I'll probably just widen the yoke a little more and raise the neckline just a tad.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I may make this in a casual fabric. It's just a cute dress all around.

Wardrobe Versatility:
It can be worn with or without a cardigan. Also a belt would be a great accessory for it as well. This pattern can be glammed up with fancy fabric or even dressed down.

Conclusion:
This is a LOVELY dress! So glad I had it in my stash.

Feel free to visit my blog www.tenthousandsewinghours.blogspot.com for more details!
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prostheticsgirl said...
Oh wow! I love this made in your beautiful fabric. Great choice and very flattering shape and fit
12/7/12 2:30 PM
Mahogany Stylist said...
You look fantastic.
12/7/12 3:30 PM
Mahogany Stylist said...
You look fantastic.
12/7/12 3:30 PM
karen n said...
That is a gorgeous dress! It has that day to night versatility too. I can see it at a High Tea, evening, or styled for work too.
12/7/12 3:52 PM
butterflyfly said...
Lovely dress and looks great on you!
12/7/12 4:02 PM
norie creates said...
Very pretty
12/7/12 9:33 PM
jenleeC said...
Beautiful flattering dress! The simple style is a good showcase for your interesting fabric.
12/7/12 9:38 PM
Eva Suzanne said...
Very flattering style, pretty fabric, & I love those earrings too !
12/8/12 0:17 AM
SewWil said...
Beautiful dress! Very flattering on you. I love the fabric.
12/8/12 0:46 AM
yummymummy38 said...
Gorgeous fabric, just right for this classy dress
12/8/12 7:31 AM
NJcowgirl said...
Very flattering. Beautiful fabric!
12/8/12 10:16 AM
mmcp said...
It looks beautiful, and your look reminds me of the first lady's style--ok, except it's not sleeveless! Congrats.
12/8/12 11:05 AM
wimmie said...
Very pretty and flattering dress. I love simplicity with a little edge.
12/8/12 1:13 PM
ggf2005 said...
Great dress!
12/9/12 0:31 AM
Jstarr4250 said...
So pretty. I love the wide neckline and your fabric is really fabulous.
12/9/12 11:19 AM
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