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Vogue Patterns: 8742 (Misses' Dress) thumbsup - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Posted on:2/23/13 11:07 AM
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Pattern Description: Fitted dress with gathering along side front panels. Long sleeves click here
or sleeveless. I went with sleeveless this time.

Pattern Sizing:8-12

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?Pretty much so except that I used two colors for this version.

Were the instructions easy to follow?Very easy, although as I always say, I do wish Vogue would acknowledge that most of us use sergers on our knits!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?I love the style of this dress.

Fabric Used:cotton lycra knit from Spandex World

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:None. As I am not a fan of Wright's bias tape (stiff and uncomfortable), I used self fabric strips for the armholes and neckedge. I lowered the neck edge in the front 3/4", also.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?For now, two of these dresses will do. But I do highly recommend it if the style suits your body type.

Conclusion: Very, very easy pattern.

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mimi g. said...
I love this! thanks for the inspiration I may just need to pull this out ;-)
2/23/13 12:15 PM
SewWil said...
Classic black and white with a modern twist. I love it! You may be inspiring a few of us with this dress.
2/23/13 12:31 PM
Jstarr4250 said...
Brilliant! Removing the sleeves opens a world of options and using contrasting colors appears to be very slimming.
2/23/13 1:14 PM
Gecko said...
I love your color combo- great idea and great dress!
2/23/13 1:21 PM
GoodbyeValntino said...
How incredibly clever! Mind if I copy you again? :)
2/23/13 2:09 PM
mmcp said...
This looks beautiful, I can't tell if it's navy or black and white, but it is so elegant. About to start this dress, thank you so much for the neck adjustment suggestion.
2/23/13 4:40 PM
Pink Hollybush Designs said...
I am going to have to put this one on the "to make" list as well! I never would have tried this if I hadn't seen it made up on you. I tried the Donna Karen cowl neck dress based on your recommendation and it is one of my favorites so I will give this one a try as well! Thanks so much for the inspiration! Lisa
2/23/13 8:00 PM
AndreaSews said...
Very beautiful, classic color combo. I think you will see others just like it now that you have inspired us all!
2/23/13 10:43 PM
ArtAttack said...
Oh, yeah! Love this with the contrast...very classy and I agree with everyone else, you are setting a trend here! I agree, the neckline needs to be lowered a bit and I will do likewise if I make this one again...super job!
2/23/13 11:00 PM
Eva Suzanne said...
Very chic!
2/24/13 2:23 AM
Fran G said...
Love your dress,,so chic! Any sizing suggestions?
2/24/13 7:08 AM
CissieW said...
This is a close fitting dress, so you might want to go down a size depending on the stretch factor of your fabric.
2/24/13 8:08 AM
becca a said...
Both dresses are gorgeous!
2/24/13 10:49 AM
1SewSweet said...
OMG I too am jumping on your bandwagon here! Love this and please don't be surprised when you see more of these! GREAT JOB!
2/24/13 12:36 PM
grays08 said...
I simply love this - so classic! I've got to sew mine up, just haven't made it yet. Thanks for inspiring as always! : )
2/24/13 8:24 PM
LauraHarkawik said...
This has been on my list - I absolutely LOVE how you did this - never thought about color blocking it, beautiful job!
2/24/13 11:51 PM
Danvillegirl said...
I keep seeing this pattern made up and it is next on my list. Love both of your versions.
2/27/13 6:47 PM
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