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Vogue Patterns: 8815 (Misses Top) thumbsup - Type:Tops
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Posted on:2/28/13 9:39 PM
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Pattern Photo:Vogue Patterns 8815
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Pattern Rating:Easy & Great for Beginners
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Available for sale on PR: $16.88 (See envelope)
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Pattern Description:
I used two patterns a top and a skirt to make a dress.
The dress is fully lined.

I used Vogue V8815 for the Peplum Top part of the dress. I reshaped the neck and armhole area to make it look more like the models although looking at it now I think I could have shaved off a few more centimeters. I also added pleats to the peplum just like the models. I had to cut the bodice on the cross grain to get the scalloped edge on the peplum. Because of this the bodice is too stretchy lengthwise and doesn't fit as snug as I had intended. There is really no other way of getting the scalloped edge though.

I used a skirt pattern from Burdastyle Mag 7/2012 skirt 120 to attach to the peplum top.
I have to say, I love this pattern. The skirt is high waisted which was perfect to attach to the high waist line of the peplum top. The skirt has two curved darts on the waistline starting from the side seam which gives a really nice shape. I will definitely make this skirt again.

Pattern Sizing:
8-16

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Sort of, I altered the neckline and armholes on both front and back and added an exposed zipper on the back.

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes, I did refer to the instructions occasionally and they were easy to follow. I did attach a skirt and fully lined it so had to figure this out by myself.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I like how easy both patterns are. I love the shape of the highwaisted skirt.

Fabric Used:
I used an acrylic (i think) some sort of man made fibre crochet look fabric for the outer and black medium weight satin for lining.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I altered the to around the neckline and armhole.I also added two pleats to the front of the peplum. I added an exposed zip to the back.
I shortened the skirt significantly.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Definitely sew both again. Really looking forward to sewing them as seperates.

Conclusion:
Easy patterns individually although adding the skirt, the pleats, lining , exposed zipper and dealing with scalloped edging added some more difficulty.

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Sew4Fun said...
Great outfit!
2/28/13 10:07 PM
Terri A said...
Fantastic!
2/28/13 10:09 PM
ArtAttack said...
Really cute!
2/28/13 10:11 PM
SavageCoco said...
Oh! Super cute!
2/28/13 10:14 PM
Danvillegirl said...
Very nice!!!
3/1/13 7:00 AM
Pj3g said...
Love yours more!
3/1/13 7:22 AM
Fran G said...
I think you look adorable! You did such a nice job transfering the original dress into a "you" dress! You would get my vote!
3/1/13 7:50 AM
Noelle Mac said...
You look awesome and the review is really great- thanks!!
3/1/13 9:07 AM
Sue Parrott said...
How adorable!
3/1/13 9:19 AM
JTink said...
WOW! This is really pretty. Great job.
3/1/13 9:24 AM
Quickie said...
let the summer come in!
3/1/13 9:26 AM
Amanda.Claire said...
You look so cute in your knock-off! I am making this top as I type (sort of) -ha.
3/1/13 11:24 AM
anniemollison said...
Thank you ladies. A bit daring but I think it works.
3/1/13 3:04 PM
prostheticsgirl said...
Great job and nice arms! Yours is much more wearable than the original too
3/1/13 5:52 PM
Jstarr4250 said...
I just love this! Your outfit is amazing, right down to your shoes! Good luck.
3/1/13 10:07 PM
BJ1400 said...
Great Job!
3/5/13 11:03 AM
trishapatk said...
Adorable and dignified at the same time. Great job on a customized knockoff. I bet you'll enjoy having this in the springtime.
3/10/13 1:16 PM
New2Oki said...
I love your outfit! And it looks fantastic on you.
3/23/13 5:31 PM
SewPrincess said...
Beautiful! Love it!
5/13/13 7:28 PM
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