katlew03 said... I find that it is easiest to guess what size to make by using the chest size. You can lengthen or shorten from there. Or, measure a RTW across the chest and compare to the pattern. The dress turned out great and will be perfect for spring and summer. 2/12/09 1:51 PM
theclosetseamstress said... Thanks, that's a great suggestion! 2/12/09 2:09 PM
leeannz said... Looks very cute! yes, with respect to sewing the bodice and lining as one. I too think that method gives a very messy look to the garment. Plus if you are working with fray type fabric...blah! 2/12/09 2:57 PM
ClaireEmily said... That is a really cute dress! I love the bow on the bloomers - I also have a lot of trouble with the front and back of things. Beautifully made and a lovely colour =) 2/12/09 5:09 PM
akilcoyne said... Adorable dress and GREAT review! I also have the same problem with bloomers, but I do have labels that say "mommy made". 2/12/09 8:25 PM
theclosetseamstress said... Oh that is so cute! My labels just have my name on... Now I think I'm going to have to get some mommy made ones! 2/14/09 9:45 AM
Scheryka said... Thanks for the review. This will be used for my one year olds Easter dress as well. I love your compensation to short zippers... I run into this problem a lot. 3/11/10 9:56 PM
I find that it is easiest to guess what size to make by using the chest size. You can lengthen or shorten from there. Or, measure a RTW across the chest and compare to the pattern. The dress turned out great and will be perfect for spring and summer.
2/12/09 1:51 PM
Thanks, that's a great suggestion!
2/12/09 2:09 PM
Looks very cute! yes, with respect to sewing the bodice and lining as one. I too think that method gives a very messy look to the garment. Plus if you are working with fray type fabric...blah!
2/12/09 2:57 PM
That is a really cute dress! I love the bow on the bloomers - I also have a lot of trouble with the front and back of things. Beautifully made and a lovely colour =)
2/12/09 5:09 PM
Adorable dress and GREAT review! I also have the same problem with bloomers, but I do have labels that say "mommy made".
2/12/09 8:25 PM
Oh that is so cute! My labels just have my name on... Now I think I'm going to have to get some mommy made ones!
2/14/09 9:45 AM
Thanks for the review. This will be used for my one year olds Easter dress as well. I love your compensation to short zippers... I run into this problem a lot.
3/11/10 9:56 PM