Vogue Patterns: 8723 (Misses' Dress Very Easy Vogue)  - Type:Dresses  |
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| About DKG | | AUSTRALIA | | Member since: 7/7/08 | | Reviews written: 15 | | Sewing skills:Intermediate | | Favored by: 5 people | | patterns reviewed: 15 | | Bio: more... |
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| Posted on: | 12/23/12 2:20 AM |
| Last Updated: | 12/23/12 2:25 AM |
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| Pattern Rating: | Easy & Great for Beginners |
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| Fabric: | Cotton [See other projects in this fabric] |
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Pattern Description:
Very Easy. Lined fitted bodice and side seam pockets
Pattern Sizing:8-10-12-14-16. I used my usual size 14 and C- cup sizing and it was a perfect fit.
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.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?I like the border fabric effect. I love the different cup sizes for the pattern. This means that you can go directly to the correct size and you don't have to make any further adjustments. The straight neckline is quite retro and so is the gathered skirt - quite 50s Italian Riviera.
Fabric Used:I used a one-sided cotton border print which was on sale so I bought about 5 meters. The border was too hectic to use for the bodice, and I wanted to avoid any unfortunate designs swirling around over my boobs, so I cut it down and reattached the border part halfway down the actual design leaving only smaller fronds which were easier to work with. I opened out the fabric, not folding it in half, and cut the left and right sides of the front bodice separately, lining them up as I went so that they were both symmetrical. I did the same with the back bodice pieces.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:I made several amendments. First up, I only had synthetic lining in my stash, so decided not to line the dress. It's so hot and sticky in Sydney in the summer that unless you use thin, fine cotton lining fabric, you won't want to wear the dress! I drafted 2.5" facings for the arm and neck openings and I interfaced them and continued as instructed. I left off the side pockets. Instead, I cut the front and back skirt sections as a single piece and then gathered them as one so that i didn't have to make any joins on the sides. This was possible because i had single sided border fabric. I used an invisible zip, and i lengthened the skirt by 3 inches. I sewed a 1/4" seam on the sleeve straps so that they would be a little bit wider with i prefer.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes. I would.
Conclusion: My Russian friend calls this style a "sarafan" - a peasant dress worn in the fields - and it is a great summer frock. Easy and comfortable to wear in the heat, and very easy to sew.
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A lovely dress and perfect for the summer heat we are getting. The border print looks great.
12/23/12 2:44 AM
A lovely dress. You have done well to make the style work so successfully with the design of your fabric.
12/23/12 3:07 AM
Looks terrific. Lovely and cool in this hot weather.
12/23/12 6:53 AM
You did a wonderful job showcasing this border print to best advantage. It looks great on you.
12/23/12 8:06 AM
Looks wonderful! I love your treatment of the border print; the seam you added in the center front bodice really allowed you to use the print to your advantage. Great job!
12/23/12 8:38 AM
This is so pretty. I agree with the others; you used the border print perfectly.
12/23/12 8:50 AM
Fantastic job, it is super cute on you. Love the border print and seeing the facing picture. Love that type of facing and forgot all about them.
12/23/12 10:33 AM
That's a super cute dress!
12/23/12 11:09 AM
Classic little dress beautifully made and fitted. Your use of the border print on the bodice was so smart. We really can use whatever part(s) of the fabric that works...
12/23/12 12:13 PM
Gorgeous dress, inside and out.
12/23/12 12:58 PM
This looks like it is so comfortable. Love the way you have used the fabric. Great job!
12/23/12 1:10 PM
Your dress is so BEAUTIFUL! I love how you used the border! Very smart to sew the front and back as one piece! I'll have to remember that.
12/23/12 1:44 PM
Your dress is so BEAUTIFUL! I love how you used the border! Very smart to sew the front and back as one piece! I'll have to remember that.
12/23/12 1:44 PM
Pretty dress. Great border placement.
12/23/12 1:46 PM
Gorgeous dress.
12/23/12 4:03 PM
So pretty and love the fabric and placement!!
12/23/12 5:58 PM
This is stunning! I love your fabric choice!
12/23/12 8:45 PM
Very cute dress! Thanks for sharing how you made the facings to replace the lining.
12/24/12 9:34 AM
You did an amazing job with that border print. I compliment you on your sewing creativity and ability to come up with such a unique and beautiful dress.
1/3/13 0:22 AM
Very La Dolce Vita - very cool.
1/9/13 3:09 PM
Late to the party, but I have to chime in to say that your fabric placement is amazing. Way to work a border print!
1/20/13 1:16 AM