Pattern Description:
Close fitting dress has V-shaped neckband, front seaming deetails, topstitching and side invisible zip. View B has sleeve bands with topstithing. Pattern Sizing:
8 - 16 Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
It most certainly did. Here's a link to my write up. Were the instructions easy to follow?
They were and I've a couple of easier construction options for you. 1. Don't add in the zipper. It's a ponte knit. 2. Treat the neck band like a bodice piece. Sew the outer neck bands on while constructing the front the back bodice pieces. 3. Topstitch using the same coloured thread to the fabric so that if you're stitching strays. It won't be as noticeable. What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I like the front seaming and the close fit of this dress.
I also like how plain the back dress is.
The centre back and centre front seaming helps shape this dress to your body. That's got to be a plus! Fabric Used:
Ponte fabric. Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I shortened the sleeves and hem; did a roll shoulder adjustment; a sway back adjustment and that was it for the first try.
When I sewed up the dress I took out more shaping in the centre back and centre front seams.
It's all sitting nicely without feeling like a night clubbing dress.
That said, you could sew this up as a night clubbing dress. I dare you too Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes and yes. You'll see the winter and summer versions here.
I'm thinking of using a lighter coloured fabric above the waist with a darker fabric below the waist for another version. Conclusion:
This a great dress for ponte lovers. I wore it to work and it didn't crease.
A great ponte dress - everyone is converting me to this stuff.
12/5/12 6:16 PM
Super cute on you...interesting pattern...I hate jigsaws...lol Great job!
12/5/12 8:06 PM
Great dress, you look fabulous!! LOVE jigsaw puzzles, will have to try this one!
12/5/12 9:30 PM
Lovely dress, the design lines are great!
12/6/12 1:01 AM
I do not need any more new patterns. I am in the middle of an infuriating jigsaw. But I do love your dress.
12/6/12 2:57 AM
A dress for all seasons and occasions. Very nice!
12/6/12 5:39 AM
I really love the lines on this pattern, very cute!
12/6/12 10:33 AM
Cute cute dress!!
12/6/12 10:50 AM
glad to see that pattern sewn up, great dress and fit. way better than the pattern envelope version
12/6/12 11:12 AM
Oh I just love the lines of this dress. The fit on you is beautiful.
12/6/12 2:50 PM
Lovely dress - looks great on you. Good fit too.
12/6/12 3:39 PM
This looks really good, and I love a fabric that doesn't crease and pulls over the head!
12/7/12 2:02 AM
such a great looking dress love the jigsaw
12/7/12 3:51 AM