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Simplicity: 1688 - Type:Dresses

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CJgal


	About CJgal
	KY USA
	Member since: 4/25/11
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2/17/13 8:47 PM

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Pattern Rating:

Pattern OK, but did NOT work for Me

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Cotton [See other projects in this fabric]

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Pattern Description:
Dress with contrast band around sweet heart neckline and steps

Pattern Sizing:
6-22, I cut a 12 but I should have cut a 10 in the skirt and an 8 in the bodice

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes I think so

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes, I followed them somewhat except I made a couple alternations that didn't go with the original construction.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I found the sizing to be off and the piecing of the neckline to be a big pain, but that was probably my own doing.

Fabric Used:
I used a soft red white and blue plaid with a navy blue contrast band.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I omitted the lining and added an extra contrast band to the back since I thought it looked better with a continuous contrast all around.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes I'd try it again, but not for a while. Too many patterns, so little time! See more photos on my blog

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