Here is my review...
Fabric: Cotton (Challis), I was drawn to this fabric immediately I entered Fabricland early this year and I was fortunately enough to get the remaining 2.8m.
Pattern Description: Dress has collar, collar/front band, fitted bodice with darts stitched on right side of fabric, pleated skirt, attached belt, self carriers and stitched hem.
Pattern Sizing: Size 8- 16, I cut 14 for the bodice and 16 for the skirt
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?: Pretty much but mine is longer
Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: judging by the pattern envelop,the dress looks too short for my liking so I added 4.5 inches in total to get my desire length.
(1) I lengthened the bodice by 2"
(2) I lengthened the skirt by 2.5 "
(3) Lowered the back neck by 1/4" (I made a wedge, chopped off 1/4" from the back neck and tapped to nothing at the shoulder)
(4) I omitted the pocket, and fabric belt because I have so much going on with the fabric already, I prefer a contrasting belt.
(5) I reduced the collar by 1.5", the pattern collar is not my usual type
What do you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the pleated skirt and the retro style
Would you recommend it to others? If you love this style go for it, it's so flattering and can be dressed as you like....
Have a good week everyone...
This was the perfect fabric for this dress! You look great!
ReplyDeleteThank you, they are perfect match
DeleteThat fabric was absolutely perfect for that pattern! Just fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThank you Erica.....
DeleteGREAT JOB!!! You look FAB!!! Love the fabric!
ReplyDeleteThanks dorieG
DeleteWhat a great fit and uber cute. Bet you feel really girly. The fabric is so eyecatching.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sassy T, I feel so girly....lol
DeleteYour dress is beautiful. I'll have to take a look at the pattern and possible add it to my stash. TFS.
ReplyDeleteThanks KMQ, it's so easy with no FBA
DeleteGorgeous! The print is just perfect for the pattern.
ReplyDeleteThanks Liza
DeletePretty dress and perfect print choice.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sheila...
DeleteOh hotcha-cha! That is a perfect storm of pattern, style, fabric and shape. I envy your vision on this project!
ReplyDeleteThanks prttynpnk...
ReplyDeleteGreat fabric choice!!! Love the dress.
ReplyDeleteThank you..
DeleteCute dress!!! Your fabric is PERFECT for it!!! I love the stripe and blue and how you accented it with red. So lovely:)
ReplyDeleteThanks Victoria, the fabric really made the dress
DeleteLove that pattern. I think your dress is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThanks Faye!!!
DeleteI love the print and think the dress looks great on you! Nice job!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lynn
DeleteGorgeous dress, you look awesome! The fabric was perfect for this dress.
ReplyDeleteThanks Omega...
DeleteOh my gosh, that dress is perfect !!! Fit, fabric selection everything. I want it :)
ReplyDeletewhat a great dress, looks like a million bucks.
Thanks Beth
ReplyDeleteI love your dress!
ReplyDeleteThanks Bonny
DeleteWhat a gorgeous dress! Perfect pairing of pattern, fabric & styling! (love that red!)
ReplyDeleteThank you Myra
DeleteI want one Aminat!! It's perfect!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mz Choize
ReplyDeleteLove the fabric! It looks awesome on this dress!
ReplyDeleteThank you Meigan
DeleteHow Stunning!
ReplyDeleteThanks Velosewer
DeleteGreat dress. I like a sewist with attitude. Lol The fabric is perfect for this dress.
ReplyDeleteThank you Cennetta
DeleteThis is absolutely fabulous on you! You did an amazing job!
ReplyDeleteThanks Carolyn
DeleteLove your dress – the color looks so wonderful…
ReplyDeleteThanks vogue-sky
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