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Cake patterns: 0144 ( Faux Wrap Dress) thumbsup - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Reviewed by:Nicola1968
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Posted on:2/6/13 4:17 PM
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Pattern Description: Knit Dress with faux wrap and a flattering midriff - half circle skirt

Pattern Sizing: 30" - 50" High bust measurement

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Pretty much, I confess after cutting out this took me all of 2 hours to sew together so I'm not sure I paid enough attention to fitting ..... I also lengthened the sleeves since I used a merino wool jersey which is better suited to a Winter garment

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, I think they were, although I did get a bit confused on the fitting but that's probably because I was rushing.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Loved the pattern. Loved the way it came together, loved the simple instructions.

Fabric Used: A merino wool jersey that I bought from Ebay. I prewashed it then I found it almost impossible to find the straight grain. I confess because I found the fabric such a pain I got a bit fed up with the project.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I lengthened the sleeves, I also left out the pockets, partly because I don't need to carry anything at hip level (if you get my drift) and secondly because I was too lazy ...

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? One of the few things I would definitely sew again, in fact I have the Liberty Jersey all prewashed up and waiting now. Not only is this a really flattering style but I see them all over Spring lines of RTW this coming Spring.

Conclusion: Highly recommend this first offering from Cake Patterns. A really great, easy to wear, flattering dress. I'm no skinny minny and flattering RTW is very difficult to find but this dress is typical of why I sew. It fits and makes me feel great!

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Lizzytish said...
Perfect timing for your review as I've just received my Tiramisu in today's mail! Good to know about your sleeve modification, since it's consistently very cold in my part of Canada now. You look beautiful; this style and colour are very flattering on you. Thanks for your review!
2/6/13 6:02 PM
thegreenviolet said...
The long sleeves look great! I'm definitely keeping this in mind for my next tiramisu.
2/7/13 0:08 AM
starryfish said...
This version looks great on you. I'm meaning to make a long sleeved version as well.
2/7/13 6:30 AM
Karine said...
I should have rated this review "unhelpful" because it taught me about a new pattern company - just what I don't need - hahaha! Your dress is very flattering - the lines are beautiful. I just ordered the pattern! It looks like it will be a perfect style for spring dresses. Thanks for the review!
2/7/13 11:20 AM
c. j. said...
Karine, Ditto. I have been really good about the fabric fast. The patterns.....another story. Great look, great style, great job. I am envious.
2/7/13 8:13 PM
ClaireEmily said...
Your dress looks lovely! Love the long sleeves!
2/7/13 10:12 PM
Nicola1968 said...
Thank you all for your kind comments. I'll be sure to re review this pattern when I do my next Tiramisu for Spring using some really gorgeous Liberty Jersey
2/10/13 10:47 AM
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