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Simplicity: 4103 - Type:Kids(boys & girls)    printable version
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Reviewed by:JustineSewcountrychick
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Posted on:2/18/13 11:45 AM
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Fabric:Cotton Broadcloth  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description:
A little girls dress size 2 from 1942. The dress has an inset waistband, a buttoned bodice, Decorative facings facing outward, puffed sleeves, and a tie sash in back. It closes with aside zipper.
Pattern Sizing:
Toddler size 2. Vintage patterns only
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
I think it looks almost identical since I used the same fabric and trim as the pattern drawing!
Were the instructions easy to follow?
I love vintage instructions. However, they aren't written for beginners so you might want a good sewing book as well.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
Nothing!
Fabric Used:
I used a men's shirt from the thrift shop as this was made for a guest post for Project run & Play about sewing with men's shirts. There were 22 pattern pieces and I can't believe I got them all cut out on grain!
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I made the sleeves a little less puffy.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes.
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awesomepotatoes said...
This dress looks awesome! And I love that you upcycled a used men's shirt. Kudos all the way around!
2/18/13 5:19 PM
Kbenco said...
This is so cute. I love the colour combination. You are so dedicated to make a little girl's dress with all those pattern pieces!
2/18/13 7:00 PM
Pj3g said...
Fantastic what you did with an old man's shirt!!! Just wonderful!!!
2/19/13 10:34 AM
morzel said...
Lovely use of rickrack on this dress. Wonderful colourcombo. Great dress.
2/19/13 4:22 PM
Cici Cotton said...
Fantastic dress. Must have taken some time to get all those pieces cut on grain with such little fabric. Way to go!
2/28/13 9:45 PM
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