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Butterick: 5247 thumbsup - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Posted on:12/26/12 10:35 PM
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Pattern Rating:Easy & Great for Beginners
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Pattern Description: This is a 1-hour pattern for either a tunic or dress with cowl neck and tie belt. I made view B, which is the dress with short sleeves.

Pattern Sizing: It is available in sizes 8-24.

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? So easy! This took me almost two hours but that's because I was doing double seams on a conventional machine. If you have a serger, this will be a breeze.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I like the cowl neck. I also like the simple design. The tie belt makes the potato sack dress very flattering.

Fabric Used:I used a poly/lycra jersey from Gorgeous Fabrics. I spent $27. It is the perfect hand and weight for a knit dress.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I sewed two sizes smaller than recommended by my measurements. Otherwise, no changes.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes, I may sew this again. I would recommend this to beginners or anyone needing a last minute dress.

Conclusion: Very easy to make and fun to wear!

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Sew tell me said...
Thank you, thank you Birdie! I came on here just to look up this pattern number and here you were the first review in the gallery. I made this a long time ago and wanted to see how much fabric to buy to make it again and didn't want to go hunting for the pattern. Your dress is great!
12/26/12 11:07 PM
Heatherrique said...
Wow! Very chic!
12/27/12 2:09 AM
Lucy in Virginia said...
Lovely! I made a top from this but now want to try a dress. Your animal print jersey is so chic!!
12/27/12 9:31 AM
NJcowgirl said...
Looks great on you. Nice fit and I love the fabric. Looks a lot more stylish than the pattern photo.
12/27/12 9:49 AM
persevering said...
You look great! Thanks for posting ... the sizing info is especially helpful.
12/27/12 10:02 AM
Eva Suzanne said...
Oooh...I like this! Looks elegant & fun at the same time !
12/27/12 6:15 PM
newmama said...
Super cute dress. Love it!
12/28/12 8:28 PM
Levone said...
Great looking dress, I love your fabric choice!
1/1/13 6:29 PM
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