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Burda: 7547 (Misses DRESS) - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Reviewed by:ClaireEmily
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Posted on:1/18/13 11:38 PM
Last Updated:1/18/13 11:42 PM
Pattern Size:Plus-Sized 
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Pattern Photo:Burda 7547
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Pattern Description:
Sundress with gathered shoulders, front and back deep V neckline, underbust gathers, empire seam, front and back darts and options for knee or ankle length, or full gathered tiered skirt.
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Neckline detail

Pattern Sizing:
16-28 (42-54). I used 42 bodice and 50 skirt with modifications

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes pretty much!

Were the instructions easy to follow?
I had no problems.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
It is so nice to see a youthful plus pattern! The front and back V necklines are very pretty, the shoulder gathers a nice touch and the body shape very flattering.

Fabric Used:
A Jaipur tablecloth that I bought at Womadelaide! Is a hand woodblock printed fabric made in India with a border print.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I lengthened the bodice and did a Y-style FBA and sewed the dart. I lined the skirt as well as the bodice (pattern suggests bodice only). I traced a larger size for the skirt but ended up taking in the side seams again. I added length to the hem of the shortest view.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes it's a great pattern. I might try it again next summer, perhaps in the maxi length.

Conclusion:
It's taken a while to get used to, and I don't have the fitting quite there yet, but I am quite pleased with this dress.

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Skye said...
Great looking dress perfect for this time of the year :)
1/19/13 0:25 AM
CherylStillSews said...
Looks great! Love the border print.
1/19/13 0:48 AM
FreyaStark said...
Very nice, and an excellent way to use an "ethnic" textile - which can be tricky. Thanks for a useful review; I've been thinking about this pattern myself.
1/19/13 1:18 AM
Dilliander said...
Lovely, the neckline is great. Looks cool and stylish for our high temps!
1/19/13 1:44 AM
mm said...
Ideal dress for this weather.
1/19/13 6:24 AM
msschiel said...
This is adorable. Might be a pattern to pick up!!!
1/19/13 7:44 AM
Vintage Joan said...
Beautiful dress!
1/19/13 9:29 AM
imsewcrazy said...
Beautiful! Great use of the border print! So creative!
1/19/13 12:55 PM
thegreenviolet said...
how beautiful! love it.
1/19/13 1:11 PM
JanJanB said...
Absolutely beautiful. It looks nicer on you than it does the model.
1/19/13 2:25 PM
Mary Nanna said...
wow - what a great silhouette for your figure - what a super stylish tablecloth!
1/19/13 4:00 PM
Sharonspils said...
Beautiful dress and it looks fantastic on you.
1/20/13 5:54 AM
msschiel said...
Great pattern. I think I am going to get this pattern to make a dress to wear to the beach this summer.
2/5/13 7:28 AM
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