Another one of the to do list.
I've had this in my queue since it was released, I was contemplating whether or not it would look good on me, but I figure there is only way to find out.
Just make it.
This is the finished Photos:
The Review:
Pattern Description: Tapered, close-fitting dress, above mid-knee has slightly raised waist, princess seams, cut-a-way armholes, two-piece bias, turned back collar and exposed back zipper.
Pattern Sizing: size 14
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes except for the zipper adjustment I made.
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, very straight-forward.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the shawl collar and the princess seams and of course the exposed zipper.
Fabric Used: Red Doubleknit, its a poly.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
As always my petite adjustment (an inch of the above the waisline)
Then I added 2 inches to the hem because I knew this one was going to be very short.
I also used a 14" zipper instead of the 18" which was recommended. More details of this is in the video.
I made a narrow hem instead of the 1 inch hem because of the length of the finished dress.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Nope, this one is in the trash. This is what I call a "one hit wonder" I have no need to make another one. Of course I love it. I think I'm going to were it like how Hillary Duff wore it on Gossip Girl with the black belt and black heels.
The Video
We will revisit this dress in the summer when I step out in it for a follow up photo "dressed up".
Marla was the one that had something about making this dress in time for Valentine's day.
I also liked this one but I think I'm good for right now.
Its raining, its cold, I have to clean, cook and start my next project.
Very cute. Red is nice and deep and it looks good on you.
Posted by: Dei | February 05, 2011 at 03:29 PM
This looks great! The low cowl is a very good neckline on you, and I love the color!
Posted by: Uta | February 05, 2011 at 03:58 PM
Love the Red!!! I wonder if this design would work for a double knit I have that I cant figure out what to do with!! HMMM. You give me great inspiration.
Posted by: DD | February 05, 2011 at 04:38 PM
This one hot dress! Great look
Posted by: Candice | February 05, 2011 at 05:50 PM
Absolutely love this red on you! Great dress and love the way you paired it with the black tights! Awesome look!
Posted by: Myra | February 05, 2011 at 06:39 PM
Really CUTE! I hope you enjoy wearing it!
Posted by: Erica B. | February 05, 2011 at 07:04 PM
Pretty dress in a wonderful colour...looks great on you!
Posted by: sharon | February 05, 2011 at 07:52 PM
Your dress is cute on you. You are on a roll with your sewing. I'm looking forward to seeing your next project.
Posted by: Charlene | February 05, 2011 at 11:11 PM
Yet another great dress and a great video showing!
Posted by: Faye Lewis | February 06, 2011 at 12:33 AM
Great neckline and I like the exposed zip in the back. Being a knit will make it really comfortable to wear.
Posted by: Anna | February 06, 2011 at 06:31 AM
LOVE that neckline on you!! Very cute dress!
Posted by: adrienne | February 06, 2011 at 05:54 PM
This dress looks great on you. I really like it. I have this pattern, too. It looks like you and I have similar taste.
Posted by: Carol Trendall | February 07, 2011 at 11:02 PM
I have this pattern, too. Your version turned out fantastic! You look great!
Posted by: Bonnie | February 08, 2011 at 06:24 AM
Smokin dress! You look great in it!
Posted by: narcissaqtpie | February 08, 2011 at 11:40 AM
Awsome dress and the color is so rich.
Posted by: sheila | February 08, 2011 at 04:29 PM