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New Look: 6097 (dress) thumbsup - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Posted on:1/7/13 6:36 PM
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Fabric:Cotton Jersey  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description: Knit dress with surplice neckline (with or without collar), straight skirt, capped sleeve or 3/4 with turned up and tabbed option, self-fabric belt with purchased buckle.


Pattern Sizing: U.S. 10-22 or Euro. 36-48. I made size 12 with size 14 at hips since fabric has less stretch than recommended.

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? Very easy yielding professional-looking results.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
Like:
-Nice fit with few pattern adjustments.
-Really flattering, semi-modest neckline and NO GAP. No need to wear a cami or to pin the V closed.
-No fiddling when wearing. Everything stays in place. I do lots of bending/stooping at work and never had to re-adjust this dress.
-Very easy to make.
-POCKETS!
Dislike:
-Nothing

Fabric Used: 100% cotton (no lycra/spandex),Grape-colored (with faux/printed lacy-looking overlay) medium weight jersey knit. This is not a good description see fabric detail here. from one of the kids' online stores like Sew Baby.


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
-Extended sleeve to full length and tapered. It's cold here in the north country.
-.25 inch swayback adjustment.
-Made belt longer to allow tie rather than buckle.
-To apply waistband elastic, I sewed bodice and skirt together, zig-zagged elastic to skirt seam allowance then serged the bodice and skirt seam allowances together for a more finished look.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes. I think this dress would look good on every figure. I usually can't wear a straight skirt but somehow it works here. The surplice neckline nicely frames all face shapes.

Conclusion: I love it! Make one. It's the perfect dress to wear to work and as comfy as jammies.
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barebear said...
Very lovely dress!
1/7/13 7:20 PM
KensingtonCrab said...
Great fit and fabric!
1/7/13 7:38 PM
AuntieShel said...
Love this, so pretty and flattering!! Your reviews are always so informative and to the point; I love reading them. And of course, the clothes are superb.
1/7/13 7:52 PM
ArtAttack said...
My Barb is wearing a dress!! How adorable are you?? I love it and I'm so glad this pattern worked for you because it did not for me...fabric is awesome!
1/7/13 10:06 PM
Barbara V said...
Also noticed the "change" to sewing and modeling a dress! Looks really classy and professional with a very complimentary fit. You topped that off by creating comfortable work clothing! Good going!
1/7/13 10:28 PM
PattyE said...
Your dress looks great...and really comfy.
1/7/13 11:20 PM
Baja Susana said...
Very pretty dress and fabric, looks lovely on you.
1/8/13 0:49 AM
SavageCoco said...
Another Winner!
1/8/13 2:26 AM
chenille said...
You look great in that dress, it just fits you so well! Congrats on another success.
1/8/13 2:49 AM
Jstarr4250 said...
Outstanding dress and you look great in it. I'll definitely borrow your waistband elastic method next time.
1/8/13 6:44 AM
Amanda.Claire said...
A dress on you! You look awesome!! That is a really pretty dress. Maybe, one day I will make myself a dress. (ha)
1/8/13 9:09 AM
FreyaStark said...
Very chic.
1/8/13 10:48 AM
Laurie Lou said...
Barb!! That dress turned out awesome and looks terrific on you...Plus what a bonus no gap on the neckline! I have this pattern also and now am excited to make it because of all the great stuff you liked about it. I love your fabric too. I'm sure it is so comfy to wear. I also like the pocket idea on this and see you did those too. Did i say I liked this pattern :) Thanks for another great review!
1/8/13 2:45 PM
cleverkitty said...
Really nice dress perfect for work and nice and warm! Love the details on this pattern, I can see you making one for each season. So glad it was a success :)
1/8/13 4:37 PM
Sue Parrott said...
So very cute Barb! Nice to know everything stays put when you move....that doesn't always happen!
1/8/13 7:24 PM
pdiddly said...
This looks great on you and if its as comfy a pj's then I def should make one
1/10/13 3:49 AM
Margaret said...
Very nice! Very pretty and also practical-looking dress!
1/11/13 5:56 AM
brissie71 said...
What a fabulous dress!
1/12/13 3:49 AM
gramma b said...
How do you measure your elastic for sewing on the SA that way, instead of a tunnel method?
1/13/13 9:28 AM
sew2little said...
Oh, I guess I need to buy this pattern. Your dress looks great!
1/13/13 7:00 PM
BlossomKyle said...
Looks fab!!! I want to make this sometime soon!!
3/29/13 8:39 PM
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