Butterick: 4443 (Dress)  - Type:Dresses  |
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| Posted on: | 1/3/13 3:29 AM |
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| Pattern Rating: | Highly Recommend |
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| Fabric: | Voile [See other projects in this fabric] |
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Pattern Description: Dress: close-fitting bodice and slightly flared skirt has bodice variations, back zipper and is below mid-knee length
Pattern Sizing: I made the sz 20 with adjustments
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? I didn't follow the instructions because I changed the construction order so I could shirr the back.
Fabric Used: Cotton Voile from spotlight
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I did a 1" FBA and added about 4-5" to the back width and shirred it. I also added pockets from S2588
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes, this is the second time I've sewn it. First time here
Conclusion: I made this for an easy to wear hot weather dress and swimsuit coverup. I like this dress a lot more than a basic shirred dress that has shirring around the entire bodice, this sits a lot smoother at the front.
It was a quick sew, I lined the bodice with a cotton poplin but left the skirt unlined to keep it cooler.
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I love these bright colours
1/3/13 8:18 AM
I really like the shirred back and smooth front. Much more flattering and finished looking than the normal tube dresses
1/3/13 10:56 AM
Another lovely dress - great colours. Very nice for summer
1/3/13 5:44 PM
That's really cute on you Suzy. Also, thanks for reminding me what " warm " feels like.
1/4/13 8:51 AM