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New Look: 6909 - Type:Dresses

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Reviewed by:

Karen Carr


	About Karen Carr
	UNITED KINGDOM
	Member since: 8/8/11
	Reviews written: 44
	Sewing skills:Advanced Beginner
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2/22/13 6:59 AM

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New Look Pattern Info

Pattern Rating:

Great Wardrobe Builder

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Fabric:

Cotton Blend [See other projects in this fabric]

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Pattern Description:

Fitted dress with princess seams, back zipper closure and interfaced collar I made View B.

Pattern Sizing:

4-16 European sizing - I made a size 10

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 - good, clear instructions. The pattern gave instructions for a lapped zipper which I followed but next time I would use an ordinary zipper as I don't think it added anything to the finished garment.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

I really like the collar variations and tabs at the waistline. The 5 pattern views could be mixed and matched for a variety of different dresses.

Fabric Used:

A cotton blend in a small navy check. I think the fabric was probably a little lightweight and I wish I had added a lining, it wouldn't have been difficult and would have made for a much better finished result.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

None - the sleeveless dress had a nice finish with sleeve facings. I had a little trouble attaching the collar. The instructions said to stretch the collar to fit the neck - I had to stretch it quite a lot so I think it looks a little pulled but it's nothing I can't live with.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?

Possibly - it's a good addition to my working wardrobe and I think I would probably give it another go in a long sleeved version.

Conclusion:

The princess seams give this dress a good line and the different collar variations give it some interest.

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	sewgirl101 said... Pretty dress. You did a great job. 2/22/13 8:53 AM
	SavageCoco said... Darling! 2/22/13 9:11 AM
	jlg said... Very cute. 2/22/13 2:45 PM
	GoodbyeValntino said... Great Dress! 2/22/13 6:30 PM
	Gecko said... This looks great on you! Perfect dress for spring! 2/23/13 1:20 PM
	Monte98 said... Love it! I want to make one now! 2/27/13 8:26 PM