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I love this pattern also I have made 6 of them I have used prints which look absoulutly devine never tryed the long sleve one but use the short sleeve one all the time (rember it is cut for 60 inch wide fabric....)
4/9/02 1:24 PM
I agree that this dress looks great in the sleeveless version. I made the full sleeve version, but I don't like it as much, and find I wear it with the sleeves pushed up to avoid looking like a refugee from frumpdom :)
5/4/02 10:34 AM
As a short, pear-shaped lady I have thought this might emphasize the hips too much. Any comments?
9/20/02 2:15 PM
Actually Teri, I think if you don't size down like I did and use a drapey fabric it would be quite flattering. There is plenty of fabric in the skirt for camouflage with most of the fullness at CF and CF. Because there is no side seam the skirt falls nicely in that area. I would be careful not to overfit the waist area though.
9/20/02 3:43 PM
I just finished my first dress. It won't be my last. I love it! I made the long sleeve version out of a soft rayon with large splashes of autumn colors. It's simply marvelous! I was very pleased with the fit. The only alterations were to lengthen it everywhere, (I'm 5'9"), but that's expected. Otherwise the measurements given on the pattern were true to the cooresponding size. The V of the hem is not as pronounced in the rayon and I will angle it a bit more with subsequent dresses. I also found that it is easier to join the skirt and bodice in 2 pieces.
11/4/02 7:46 PM
Gigi, when you say "stitching the skirt/bodice seam in two steps", do you mean sewing skirt to bodice from CB to CF, stopping and adjusting, and then sewing from CF to CB on the other side? Or do you mean something else that I can't picture? Thanks!
7/9/03 11:34 PM
Yes, Julia, that's exactly what I mean. It's so much easier to get a sharp point that way.
7/9/03 11:47 PM
I finally sewed this yesterday, and want to thank Gigi for recommending stretch velvet. This works up great in rayon and is DIVINE in the stretch velvet. I didn't really need the first rayon I made up (out of stash I no longer cared for) so I tried cutting the hem straight on the grain to emphasize the vee hem. It's great but it does show more of the wrong side of the fabric than I care for (could be a showcase for a contrast bias inside finish that could be echoed at the neckline). Even bringing up and in the neckline still makes a BIG neckline (mostly on the sides and back) so don't be shy about making it smaller.
10/26/03 11:14 AM
Lovely frock! It's it gret to find those perfect patterns that are flattering and easy to sew? They beg for multiple variations. Did lowering the armhole require altering the sleeve cap?
10/26/03 1:00 PM
No, Katharine, since this is a cut-on sleeve, it required no other alteration.
10/26/03 1:23 PM
Gigi, this dress is beautiful and the color is equally beautiful on you. Although the neckline is overly low, do you think I could raise it an inch or so? I have a problem with low necklines as my shoulders tend to slope down instead of being more straight across. This tends to make scoop necklines too wide for me. I hate constantly having to pull on the neckline so my bra straps won't show. Also, for someone who hasn't alot of experience working with knits, would you recommend a woven fabric first? Thanks for sharing your fabulous clothes with us!
10/27/03 2:05 AM
OOPS! I meant to say the neckline is NOT overly low cut!
10/27/03 2:07 AM
The dress looks terrific on you! I've been looking for a pattern that's not fitted at the waist, but doesn't look frumpy. Your description of adjustments for knit fabric are informative. The V might be too advanced for me, though. Thanks
10/27/03 6:13 AM
Janet, this style is so simple to make - I doubt you would have a problem with either a knit or a woven. You can easily redraw the neckline - just be sure you can get it over your head. You might also try lingerie strap guards - an easy way to keep a neckline put.
10/27/03 8:37 AM
<> Gigi, I just made a 'muslin' of this dress in the long sleeves, and know exactly what you mean. I used a wal-mart cheap microfiber for drape. The dress fits me great but I'm going back to raise the sleeve cap in this Long Sleeve version. It's too shallow for a 'semi-fitted' dress bodice. Also, I'm going to have to create a CB seam in the bodice put a zipper there. I could barely get it on and off with my broad shoulders. I thought the side seam was going to rip.
2/28/04 8:30 PM
I see my quote from Gigi's review didn't show up on my post (above.) She mentioned how the long sleeve does not hang right. Also, I was not clear about why the bodice was difficult to get into...it's the waist was too small. I used a Medium throughout and had 3"ease at the waist once it was on. Thought I'd never get it off me.
2/28/04 8:48 PM
I have also made several dresses from this pattern. I even made some as Christmas gifts! It's a wonderful pattern and recommend it highly.
8/3/05 9:35 AM