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McCall's: 3648 - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Reviewed by:Jemajyng
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Posted on:1/14/13 3:46 PM
Pattern Size:Regular Petite 
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Pattern Rating:Easy & Great for Beginners
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Fabric:Polyester Knit  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description:
Misses' wrap front dress with:
- A-line shape and dropped shoulders;
- side ties variations;
- optional sleeves and collar.
I made dress D, sleeveless with collar.

Pattern Sizing:
AAX (4-6-8-10); DD (12-14-16-18)
I cut size 12.

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 A-line shape of the dress and the dropped shoulders.
I like how simple and easy it was to sew all the pieces together.
I also like how the back and the front cross-over necklines are finished.
And finally, I love the side ties that go completely around the back of the dress before being knotted to the centre front.

Fabric Used:
Moderate Stretch Polyester Knit.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I did not make any alterations to the dress except for the ties which were narrowed by half.
The front cross-over neckline is not too low. However, I stabilized it with a snap fastener sewed on the inside. The buttons are only there for prettyness.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes, I might sew it again, but I am not attracted by wrap garments. I am always worried that the ties are not securely attached or that there is too much slack at the cross-over.
This pattern would be a good option for anyone who is looking for a very easy, simple and quick to sew wrap dress: there are no waist seam, no darts, no tucks, no pleats and no gathering to do on the dress.

Conclusion:
I am not a big fan of wrap dresses, but this one impressed me. I am surprised to see that it does not shift a lot when I move around.

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jlg said...
Very pretty on you.
1/14/13 6:13 PM
Heatherrique said...
Very nice looking dress with lovely details!
1/14/13 7:35 PM
caper81 said...
Nice dress! And I agree about the details :)
1/15/13 9:52 AM
Agrippa said...
Wow! I like it. Very lovely details.
1/15/13 10:42 AM
Agrippa said...
Wow! I like it. Very lovely details.
1/15/13 10:43 AM
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