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Simplicity: 1716 (Misses Top and Dress) - Type:Dresses

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12/28/12 10:48 PM

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Simplicity 1716

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Highly Recommend

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Pattern Description: Misses' knit mini-dress, tunic and top can be made with a front twist or draped neckline with five different sleeve variations to choose from.

Pattern Sizing: 4-20. I made a 14 in View D with some simple alterations.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, it even was the same color.

Were the instructions easy to follow? Very simple to follow. The view I made has only two pattern pieces with a total of three pieces to sew together. Easy peasy.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I really like the draped neckline and that it isn't cut super low. It's very flattering with all the drapey material, but it's a controlled drape that isn't the least bit sloppy. It's a really wearable dress.

Fabric Used: I used a ponte knit (cotton/poly blend I think?) from my visit to A Fabric Place for the Baltimore PatternReview Day this month.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I lengthened the hem by 4" to hit right above the knee. This dress would be tunic length otherwise. I made the hips more of an a-line because I'm pear shaped. I added a self fabric belt because I feel like a nipped waist looks best for me in a dress like this.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I would sew this again. It's a basic knit pattern and I'm obsessed with knits right now. I even made View A in modal. I actually went down a size for that one because of the super stretchy nature of modal. Yes I think others should give this one a try.

Conclusion: Another winner. I have a toddler and need easy wear and wash clothes like this but don't want to be a frumpy gal in sweats. This pattern makes everyday, wearable, stylish things that feel like jammies!
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	Miss Tanya said... Nice color, great fit, beautiful dress! 12/28/12 11:17 PM
	yummymummy38 said... Simply stylish , yet easy to wear too, great colour on you 12/29/12 0:12 AM
	mnitts said... Love the dress and the colour. 12/29/12 2:00 AM
	imsewcrazy said... Very pretty dress. Gorgeous color! 12/29/12 8:01 AM
	rivergum said... Looks great on you! Gorgeous colour. 12/29/12 8:30 AM
	Byrdie said... This is a great color on you! I really like the style too- looks fun and comfortable to wear. 12/29/12 1:01 PM
	Heatherrique said... Very nice looking dress on you! 12/29/12 3:45 PM
	Lucy in Virginia said... Great color on you and fit is VERY flattering! Thanks for your review. 12/29/12 7:37 PM
	AuntieShel said... Great style on you!! Love the color, which you wear extremely well and your choice in contrast tights!! 12/31/12 12:15 PM
	madbadger said... Love the dress - great color...I have a knit in that color that I was going to use for a shirt but I do have this pattern in my stash so hmmmm...decisions! 3/3/13 6:03 PM

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