This was fun, I feel like a needed a white handband and platform boots
Side angle
The Back
The Front
I really had to battle the wind this morning, just note, its jersey so if you see some ripples its the wind.
the collar and sleeve
The Back
The pockets
Conclusion:
An Easy dress to make.
The biggest obstacle was getting rid of the excess fabric in the bust area which I didn't want, I took off 1.5 inches of fabric on both sides, I started off with a size 12 which is supposed to be a 34" bust, 3.5 inches smaller than my bust size.
I eliminated the excess fabric using the french curve to gradually slope in from the sleeve seam into the waistline area and back out to a size 14 for the lower portion of the dress. I would definitely recommend that you make a muslin for this dress, at least to get the top portion just right. See other post for details.
Butterick part 1 and Butterick part 2
As for the inside of the pockets, I decided to over it with the twill tape and I will post a photo of that later.
I started altering the pattern for my simplicity 3775 version of the NY&Co dress. So next post will be all about that.
I'm going back to bed, this Root canal is kicking my butt.
More later
Lovely! I like the fabric. Great job!
Posted by: Rose | March 15, 2008 at 02:51 PM
Great dress!! You look very sassy in it!
Posted by: Shannon | March 15, 2008 at 03:08 PM
Another gorgeous looking dress! You look beautiful in it!
Posted by: Tany | March 15, 2008 at 03:20 PM
Girl the fabrics you pick are always awesome!!That is a fabulous dress and it looks great on you!!Hope you are feeling better soon!
Posted by: gold | March 15, 2008 at 05:03 PM
Gorgeous!!! Fabulous!!! That says it all! Hope you feel better.
Posted by: Kelroc | March 15, 2008 at 06:58 PM
really nice. looking good!
Posted by: narcissaqtpie | March 15, 2008 at 09:15 PM
It's a gorgeous dress. I love the fabric choice too. You succeded well in reducing the flare of the dress. I like it better the way you did it than how it looks on the pattern.
Posted by: Zoubida | March 16, 2008 at 08:45 AM
You have been busy! This looks great on you.
I also love the blue and black dress, can we see it on you?
Posted by: Kasey | March 16, 2008 at 11:00 AM
Terrific dress. You definitely need some white go go boots!
Posted by: Bonnie | March 16, 2008 at 07:43 PM
I am going to have to purchase that friggin' pattern because that dress is freakin' awesome on you! And with Butterick's being on sale online tomorrow, I am definitely adding one to my basket! You look good! Thanks for sharing the journey with us!
Posted by: Carolyn | March 16, 2008 at 10:41 PM
I love the dress. The fabric you used is fabulous
Posted by: Lashell | March 17, 2008 at 12:13 AM
The dress and fabric are a perfect marriage... Fabulous.
Posted by: sheila | March 17, 2008 at 07:43 AM
Awesome! Wear it a lot - you look great in it.
Posted by: christina | March 17, 2008 at 06:22 PM
Gorgeous dress on you! The pockets are unexpected but so cool.
Posted by: leora | March 17, 2008 at 06:27 PM
I hope you're feeling much better. You wear this dress beautifully. I like the pocket's details and that fabric is awesome.
Posted by: Berry | March 17, 2008 at 07:20 PM
too funny about the headband and boots, but I definitely can see that good job on the dress you it's beautiful and it fits you well.
Posted by: Cynta | March 17, 2008 at 10:32 PM
I like this dress and the fabric and style are great.
Posted by: Linda L | March 18, 2008 at 07:00 AM
this is great!
your version looks so much better than the pattern envelope...
and it really calls for a headband and those plateau-boots - this would look so very cool (though it looks cool already)!
think i have to watch out for some jersey. not for shirts, this time!
Posted by: katrin | March 18, 2008 at 08:22 AM
It's very cute! Retro and mod all at the same time!
Posted by: yaiAnn | March 18, 2008 at 06:45 PM
Oh I Love the fabric, great choice and and great job with the dress. You look fab!
Posted by: meg | March 18, 2008 at 09:34 PM
I am LOVING your version!!! Very chic.
Posted by: Lovely | March 19, 2008 at 11:17 AM
OMG I want this dress...have you ever thought about making a dress and raffling it off whether it fits the person or not that's up to them!!! LOL
Posted by: Melanie | March 25, 2008 at 04:31 PM