Pattern Description:
Semi-fitted, lined dress (fitted through bust) has neckline variations and back zipper. Unlined, below elbow length sleeves.
Pattern Sizing:
8-24
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Sort of. I brought the front neckline up, and add a v-neck to the back. I also added an exposed zipper down the entire length of the back.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
I didn't use them.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
Easy to adapt, simple design
Fabric Used:
All polyester...lace, crepe, lining
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I made many fitting changes to get it just right (shortened the waist, FBA, made the bust dart larger, narrowed the shoulders, widened the back darts, etc.). As I explained above, I also brought the front neckline up and dropped the back neckline into a V, leading into a fell length exposed zipper down the back. Instead of sewing the lace and lining separately, I underlined the lace with the crepe, sewing them together as one. I then added the lining.
Conclusion:
The dress turned out classy and perfect for the occasion.
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Very pretty on you, what a great fit and job sewing!
11/21/12 7:11 PM
She does look great indeed. She must have been delighted with you.
11/21/12 7:34 PM
Great job Brad - congrats on your first review. The back zipper is one of the best exposed zippers I have seen recently. The dress is very classy but with enough current fashion styling to make it really great!
11/21/12 8:53 PM
Good job! Tell her she looks beautiful!
11/21/12 10:01 PM
Great fit. Love the use of lace.
11/21/12 11:18 PM
Stunning, fabulous fit too :)
11/21/12 11:52 PM
I left a comment on your blog. You did a wonderful job, and the dress looks lovely on your "model". She looks like she loves it.
11/22/12 8:58 AM
Brad, you are so talented, for such a young age. This is stunning, classy, sexy and so appropriate for a mature woman. Her smile says it all. I hope to see more reviews from you.
11/22/12 11:39 AM
That is one GORGEOUS dress, Brad! Well done.
11/22/12 11:48 AM
Sorry, duplicate message. :(
11/22/12 11:48 AM
It does look excellent. Wonderful job fitting and sewing.
11/22/12 4:07 PM
What a stunning dress! Love the combination of lace and exposed zipper!
11/24/12 10:15 PM