Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Vogue 1224 Dress......

Finally something for me………Vogue 1224, Tracy Reese beautiful dress pattern. Really nice for the warm weather we are having now and combine with a good sandal you are good to hit town. For work, I belted it and truly love the effect. Good pattern to jumpstart the sewjo.....

Here is my review;


Fabric:Matte jersey I got few months ago

Pattern Description: Partially lined, pullover dress has short dolman sleeves elastic waistline and neckline with tie ends, stiched hems and above mid-knee length. Purchased stoppers for tie end

Pattern Sizing: BB, 8-14. I cut 14 and added 1" to both sides of the hip
 
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?: Pretty much, but mine is a  bit longer
 
Were the instructions easy to follow: Super easy , didn't use it for most part
 
Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: Here are few alterations I did
(a) Lengthened the bodice by 2.5"
(b)Lengthened the skirt by 3.5"
(c)Used the seam allowances of the bodice & skirt to make the casing for the waist.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?Nothing to dislaike , a simple and beautiful dress, and a staple for summer, very easy to make as well, with all the alterations I did, it took me roughly 3 hours to finish
 
Would you recommend it to others? ….Highly recommend if you are into this type of style. The pattern runs short though, I guess that’s the intent, but I lengthened mine enough to be appropriate for work.
I might sew it again, because am presently on fabric diet so another one will be a good stash buster…..
PS:
Please PM me at asewfit at yahoo dot ca if you are interested in this fabric. I still have some left. Available in navy blue as well.

Enjoy the rest of the week!!!
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23 comments:

  1. That's a lovely fabric. Could you post a picture of the blue fabric, and tell its width and length?

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  2. So pretty! That is a lovely color for you and the style is very flattering.

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  3. You did a nice job. Makes me want to get that pattern.

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  4. Lovely dress and like it with the belt...love the new hair do.

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  5. That's a very pretty dress. The fabric is awesome!

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  6. Oh I love your dress! The colour is gorgeous

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  7. This is perfection! you look amazing and the dress+color is majestic! I like much :)

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  8. Very pretty! Great print too! I have this one on my list if I EVER get to it lol

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  9. Looks great! I like how you have styled it with the belt- it is very flattering!

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  10. what a great print, this dress look great on you

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  11. Pretty dress, looks great on you. Love the color.

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  12. Awwwww.. auntyy Deee this is really nice :)
    I wantttttt :)

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  13. Wow! You look great! I'm getting that pattern next time Hancocks or JoAnns has a sale!

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  14. Perfect fabric for this dress! It really reminds me of the pattern catalog image even though it is different. I love it.

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  15. Awesome dress! So chic.

    Christiana
    sewamusing.blogspot.com

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  16. I have just ordered this pattern as I have loved every version I have seen made up. Yours is no exception - I love it and am so pleased I am getting the pattern. That fabric is gorgeous and just perfect for the dress!

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  17. Oh thank you all for all the wonderful comments. No better mojo buster than you guys....

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  18. That looks really nice. I saw the same fabric in Brandon. Does it get static with/without spray, or a slip?

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  19. That is really, really cute on you and love the color! Are you going to make something in the navy??

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  20. Thanks Myra, yes I will be making something in the navy, maybe a top or another dress

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  21. Gorgeous dress! That fabric is just perfect for it, too!

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  22. I really like your version of the dress. You look great in it!
    When I saw the picture for the pattern in the catalog it just didn't appeal to me- probably because it was so short. I think I will have to try it out now.
    Thanks for sharing!

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