Pattern Description:
Pullover v-neck dress with fitted bodice and side zipper, pleated skirt.
Pattern Sizing:
6-14 for the bodice- I cut a 10.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Pretty much.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
Skirt: I love the pleats on the skirt pattern. No complaints!
Bodice: I picked the bodice for the V-neckline, and I thought the drawing on the envelope was really cute. In hindsight, the shoulders aren't particularly flattering on me, and I prefer a more fitted bodice. There are only 2 lower darts at the front of this bodice, and I think my shape really needs the side darts for a nice looking fit.
Fabric Used:
Cotton for the doll print. The bodice is a woven silk. The bodice and bottom trim are lined in a matching fabric from the special occasions fabrics at Joann (probably polyester).
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I decided to line the bodice, which was more complicated than I thought it would be. The original pattern is self faced at the neckline, and has separate facings for the arms. The neckline facings work very well, but the arm facings were a hassle to put on when I muslined this. I made a bit of a mess attempting to line this on my own, without consulting any tutorials or lined bodice instructions from other patterns, but I got it done in the end!
For the skirt, I changed it from a back zip to size zip, which was no big deal at all. I also added a pocket.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I wouldn't sew the bodice again. I think there are probably better, more flattering, V-neck dress patterns out there.
This is my second time sewing a skirt from Simplicity 1873, and I'm very happy with how it turned out.
Conclusion:
Overall, I am happy with how this turned out. I think the skirt portion is really cute, and came out just like I wanted. I'd pick a different bodice pattern to work with if I had to do it again, but I'm not entirely unhappy with it, and making this was a good learning experience. More pictures and details on my blog.
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What a fun to wear dress! I think it would have looked great in red too. You look darling!
2/21/13 5:37 PM
Great knockoff! I actually like the extended shoulders on your version better than the inspiration bodice. I think it helps balance out the skirt. Great job!
2/21/13 5:50 PM
I agree! This dress looks beautiful and the shoulders are the perfect balance to the skirt. The bodice is so flattering on you!!! ;) Your fabric colors are also just right. Well done!
2/21/13 8:08 PM
This is awesome. Truly awesome.
2/21/13 8:35 PM
Cute dress! I like yours better than the original.
2/21/13 9:12 PM
Fine dress and great knock off
2/22/13 4:09 AM
Great dress and contest entry!
2/22/13 7:20 AM
What a lovely dress! I love the colour you chose, very very sweet!
2/22/13 7:31 AM
That is AMAZING!!! I love that dress so much. I commented on your blog but I wanted to comment here too.
2/25/13 2:43 PM
Great dress and your knockoff is spot on! I'm always Frankenpatterning too.
2/25/13 11:32 PM
I adore this,I am obsessed with the babushka! I just got some great babushka fabric and this really inspires me. I used this pattern to make crimson taffeta bridesmaids dresses with the little cap sleeves. You did great!!
3/28/13 0:27 AM