Simplicity: 2373 (Misses' Sportswear)  - Type:Dresses  |
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| Reviewed by: | atymonw | 
| | About atymonw | | TX USA | | Member since: 2/11/10 | | Reviews written: 12 | | Sewing skills:Advanced Beginner | | patterns reviewed: 12 | | Bio: more... |
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| Posted on: | 2/21/13 6:06 PM |
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Simplicity Pattern Info |
| Pattern Rating: | Recommend, with Modifications |
| See other patterns in this category: Dresses Tops Coat/Jacket Pants |
Available for sale on PR: $16.95 (See envelope)  |
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| Fabric: | Cotton - Quilting [See other projects in this fabric] |
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Pattern Description: Misses' Pants, Dress or Top and Jacket. "Easy Chic"
Pattern Sizing:6-14. I made size 10, view A (the sundress)
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?yes
Were the instructions easy to follow?yes, no problems. However, I would not rate this as "easy" because of all the topstitching of the ribbon. I actually used two different machines, which made it a lot easier.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?I like the trim details. I disliked the gathering across the middle and changed that.
Fabric Used:quilting weight cotton from Hobby Lobby, turquoise grosgrain ribbon for the trim
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:The gathers across the front of the abdomen were not flattering, so I changed the gathers to pleats and then sewed them down about 6 inches, leaving the abdomen flat.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?It's pretty distinctive, so I don't know that I would make another one, but the pattern also includes a cute top, pants and summer jacket. I do recommend it (minus the gathers) if you are up for all the topstitching.
Conclusion: This dress turned out cute, and is one of the first wearable things I have made for my teenage daughter. You can read more on my blog |
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That is so pretty, and makes me really long for warm weather! Love your pleats, instead of gathers. :)
2/22/13 7:41 AM
Your daughter looks so cute in her dress!
2/22/13 6:39 PM
Darling! Great work with the bias trim.
2/23/13 8:35 AM