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Butterick: 5559 (Misses' Dress) thumbsup - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Posted on:12/19/12 10:57 AM
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Pattern Rating:Easy & Great for Beginners
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Fabric:Ponte Knit  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description: Misses Dress

Pattern Sizing: 14-20

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? I think so

Were the instructions easy to follow? Very easy. I just made this dress in a red polyester knit about a week ago. I loved it and thought it would also be great in a ponte knit.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved the tucks and the simplicity of the dress

Fabric Used: This time I used a ponte knit that I had in my stash. Probably purchased from JoAnns.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Since this is the second incarnation of this dress, I might give it a rest at this point. But I do love it.

Conclusion: I love this dress. The fit was a bit snugger than I wanted. When I made it before I did make some fit alterations when I cut it and it was too big. So I thought this time I would eliminate those alterations. I should have kept them at least at the waist. The part of my body that's loathe the most. I did pair this with my favorite leather jacket and matching shoes, so I thought I could get away with it until I ratchet up my workout routine (after Christmas of course!)
Even though it was snugger than I like wearing my clothes, it was/is an incredibly comfortable dress.

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PattyE said...
Love those pintucks...very nice!
12/19/12 4:37 PM
BeaJay said...
Love your dress. Looks great on you. I must check out your previous version.
12/19/12 6:48 PM
Curly26 said...
Love the dress and shoes. Fabulous!!!!
12/19/12 9:25 PM
ArtAttack said...
I have this pattern and I'm intimidated by the tucks...yours look great!! Love it with the leather jacket.
12/19/12 10:29 PM
Jstarr4250 said...
Beautiful job on this. Perfect looking tucks. This has been on my short list for the longest time. Thanks for reviewing!
12/20/12 7:01 AM
Rebecca D said...
You look great in that dress. What a flattering pattern. And it goes great with that leather jacket.
12/20/12 9:03 AM
ThreadsofFaith said...
Very cute! You did a beautiful job!
12/20/12 3:59 PM
2 Airedales n Me said...
This is a very pretty and flattering dress. Thanks for doing the review and bringing it to my attention.
12/20/12 5:07 PM
1SewSweet said...
Very cute...you look like you really enjoy wearing it too! :)
12/20/12 6:32 PM
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