Saturday, February 20, 2010

My little green dress...Newlook 6922

This is one of Newlook patterns that's been in my stash for some time. I usually try a simple pattern like this to jump start my sewing mojo, like I said in my last post, I have been having a little set back in my sewing since the death of my boiler iron, so to get back, I tried this lil dress. Did I mention I love this dress...lol. Everything from start to finish took less than 2 hours. Although I am yet to hem the sleeve and the bodice, but will do later.

Close-up to show the neck

Fabric: Moderate knit from Wal-Mart

Pattern Description: Just for Knits Tops, Pants and Dresses . I cut view C

Pattern Sizing:  10-22. I cut size 14 and tapered up to 18 from  hip down


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?: Somehow, but mine is longer
Were the instructions easy to follow: Absolutely easy

Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: I made few alterations
(1) I lengthened the dress by 4"
(2)Lengthened the sleeve by 1"

(3)I did a swayback adjustment
(4)I slipstitched the neck facing because I didn't like how the topstitching looked so I removed it and hand sewn it.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Nothing to dislike, 4 piece pattern, easy and stylish.
Would you recommend it to others? Yes, a simple dress to make in less than 2 hrs.
 Conclusion: I love the pattern, and love the fabric as well,. The fabric has been in my stash since last year  and every time I ask myself why did I buy this fabric... Now, I know why I bought it...lol..
Have a lovely weekend everyone



Enjoy!!!!



Aminat

23 comments:

  1. It looks so beautiful! Love the color...

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  2. It really does look wonderful on you. The color suits you.

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  3. Your fab dress suits you well.

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  4. I love it too. Great fit and a a great 2 hour dress!

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  5. That is so pretty and it fits you so well!!!

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  6. You call it simple... but that dress is Awesome... and the color is so rich. I have that pattern and never looked at the dress, just the cardigan. Now you got me thinking, especially after buying 10 yards of knit fabric Friday.

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  7. Love your dress! Great colour and fit on you.

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  8. Wow, what a lovely dress! You have done a good job with it! Looks very flattering on you.

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  9. Pretty - and in my favorite color...

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  10. Nice dress, it looks wonderful on you. Love the color on you too.

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  11. Love that green dress. Looks very nice on you.

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  12. What a great dress. You do look very nice in green

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  13. Wow! You look fantastic! It isn't fair!!!! Great dress. I love the green!

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  14. Va-va-va-voom! This dress is smoking! I love this color and style on you. You definitely have to make this one again!!!

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  15. This dress is so pretty and it looks GRRRReat on you!!

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  16. What a great dress! I can't believe it only took you 2 hours to finish! Gorgeous!

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  17. You wear it so well. Great dress.

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  18. Love it! Great alterations. Green is one of my favorites.

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  19. beautiful dress. and i cant believe it so easy and quick to make. fabulous job!

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  20. Thanks everyone for all your wonderful comments

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  21. Wow! all your outfits are so Niceeeee! I wanttttt!
    Thanks for following my blog:)

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