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McCall's: 6612 (Misses'/Women's Dresses) thumbsup - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Posted on:2/21/13 9:02 PM
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Pattern Rating:Easy & Great for Beginners
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Pattern Description: Close-fitting, pullover dresses have neckline and sleeve variations, narrow hem. View A: Elasticized side seams.

Pattern Sizing: 2-24W

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

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I originally bought this pattern for the maxi dress with the cowl neckline. I like the simplicity of it.

I like the gathered sides of the tunic. Side View

No dislikes.

Fabric Used: A double knit from my stash. It just barely has enough stretch for this pattern.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I made View A and shortened it by 2". I'm 5'7" and the tunic was too long on me in my opinion.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I can see myself making one or two more of these. I would recommend this pattern to others.

Conclusion: This would have been a very quick project. One of those where you are sewing and next thing you know you are on the final step. My issue was that on step one my serger died. It had been limping along and I was ignoring the fact that it would not be much longer for this world. The next day my husband and I headed out to Eddie's Quilting Bee in Sunnyvale and bought a Baby Lock Evolution with auto-tension and auto-threading. I was very hesitant because of the price. My husband was sold on the auto-threader. No more having to leave the room when I need to re-thread the serger. I have a milestone birthday coming up and could not think of a better birthday present. I am very happy with my new machine and am looking forward to many happy years in my sewing room with it.
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caper81 said...
Nice dress! I just love draped necklines! This is on my to-sew-list :)
2/21/13 9:28 PM
Nan Kay said...
great tunic, and even greater new serger!!!! congrats, you will love it.
2/21/13 11:08 PM
ArtAttack said...
Really cute tunic...really awesome serger!! Lucky girl!
2/21/13 11:29 PM
SavageCoco said...
Lucky you!
2/22/13 0:32 AM
slmstyle said...
OMG I am SOOO jealous! That is my dream serger! What a great hubby you have to go out and buy that for/with you! Now you will be sewing up wonderful things to wear even faster and nicer (If that is possible). Great job and congrats on the new addition to your sewing space!
2/22/13 0:32 AM
CynthiaSue said...
Its' a fabulous basic! I wear mine all the time. You needed that serger!!! Next up coverstitch!
2/22/13 0:35 AM
karen n said...
Awesome dress, awesome serger, and even more awesome hubbie for supporting awesome serger purchase!
2/22/13 2:15 AM
pamscott said...
Lovely dress. Fits beautifully :0)
2/22/13 3:19 AM
jlg said...
Beautiful and congratulations on your new machine.
2/22/13 5:23 AM
JudyHan said...
Congrats on the Babylock Evolution - just got one myself and can't believe I have been working all this time w/ a limpy serger!! BYW - Love your work!
2/22/13 7:03 AM
Jstarr4250 said...
Lookin good! Congrats on the new machine and the milestone birthday!
2/22/13 7:18 AM
cleverkitty said...
I like the gathered sides too and the fabric. You look fun and upbeat in this outfit, ready in no time. I love that about your clothes. It looks like you don't fuss but it all goes together beautifully. Baby Lock Evolution without annoyance, fuss and speed sounds priceless to me this could be your new best friend ;)
2/22/13 8:15 AM
Lori V said...
Looks wonderful.
2/22/13 8:49 AM
CissieW said...
Super top. Love the gathers. I adore my BabyLock serger -- but am a little jealous that you have the Evolution! Have fun
2/22/13 9:59 AM
norie creates said...
Great looking dress! I tried view A and couldnt get the side gathers to cooperate so I unpicked it and made a straight hem. After seeing your always fabulous results, maybe I'll give it another try! Happy upcoming milestone birthday :)
2/22/13 2:14 PM
GoodbyeValntino said...
Your dress is lovely, but I'm still stuck on the sentence about your husband being sold on the auto-threader. Ummmmm.... what's your secret? :)
2/22/13 6:26 PM
GoodbyeValntino said...
Your dress is lovely, but I'm still stuck on the sentence about your husband being sold on the auto-threader. Ummmmm.... what's your secret? :)
2/22/13 6:26 PM
grays08 said...
I love your tunic, and thanks for reminding me about this pattern as I bought for the same reason, it's in the stash somewhere! : )
2/24/13 8:28 PM
redrockcity said...
Great looking tunic! I love the gathers!
3/4/13 11:24 PM
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