McCall's 6037

McCalls 6037

This kimono styled top was pretty easy to sew. Although the print seems a little bold here,
it's actually pretty sheer and flowy. What attracted me most to this top, was the sleeves and the back tie! They're too cute and different, well to me anyway..

Pattern Description:

Loose fitting top A, tunic B or caftan C have raised waistline, front casing with tie ends extending into back and tied into bow; top A is below hipline length; tunic B is above mid-knee length; caftan C is above ankle length; purchased leggings.

Pattern Sizing:
Size range from 8-24. I used 14.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes, they were ok.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
Nothing to dislike, the construction was not difficult at all, although I must say, when sewing the sleeve, I didn't do a lot of pinning, (and this is an odd sleeve to sew btw.) soo one sleeve is not aligned evenly. So watch out for that, lol.

Fabric Used:
Some type of sheer fabric from Hancock.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes/Yes, I plan to make this over in a solid color sheer.

Conclusion:This was pretty fun to make, didn't take long at all. I made some white capri's to go with this, and the top felt so cool and breezy!

Seriously tho, this is as close as I will ever get to a caftan, mu-mu or housedress, lol. Well,... unless it's a coverall for a swimsuit.....

Click to see the alignment issue, and magnify!

You can kinda see where it's uneven , but it's actually not very noticeable at all. I can live with it!

Seeya!

McCalls

McCalls 6024

The sun has come out, the birds are singing, It is Spring!
My sewing is in full gear for the season, and this dress is definitely screaming spring, lol.
What can I say, besides it's an easy sew, and I love ruffles, so feminine.

I know the pictures aren't the clearest, but I really dig this fabric it's a printed cotton
I purchased from High Fashion fabrics last summer. I didn't know what I wanted it to be,
but when i saw this pattern, I knew one of the views would be from this fabric. It's a wrap dress
and I'm a sucker for a wrap dress, (btw) and one of my favorite things about this one, it comes in different cup sizes, yea! It saves me time, so no FBA's needed! I actually have all views cut out and ready to be sewn, so There will be two more reviews coming from this pattern!
It's just so Spring, and I really like it!

Pattern Description: Wrapped, A-line dresses A, B, C, mid-knee length, have neck flounce and ties; dress A has faced armholes; dress B has flutter sleeves and purchased bias tape for binding edges; dressses A, B have hemline flounce; dress C has above elbow length sleeves and lower flounce; separate pattern pieces provided for A/B, C, D cup sizes.

Pattern Sizing: 6-20

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, I think so...

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, very well written.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? No dislikes. I love the diffrent cup sizes, so no fba was needed and that's a plus.

Fabric Used: Printed cotton


Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: No alterations were needed, but I rolled the hem on the ruffles/flounces.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes/Yes

Conclusion : This dress reminds me of spring and it was a very easy sew. I do have all views cut out and ready sew, if that's any indication how much I like this. What can I say, I love a wrap dress, and the length is perfect for me.

Have a great weekend .
Seeya!

I'm kinda liking Burda.....BWOF 7/09- 124b

BWOF 7/09 -124b

When I made this Maxi, I was pleasantly surprised how quickly it sewed up!
Now, usually I get stumped following the instructions in Burda, but yep, this was smooth sailing for me. I was also happy with the fabric I purchased from Joann's too, it had a great
drape to it and the print is also pretty vibrant. I traced this almost as soon as I got the mag. in July. I added 3" to the length because of my height to get that true Maxi look, all the ones i tried on over the summer always stopped above my ankles, yeech! It was refreshing to be able
to make it the way I liked! I've since, made the tube to go underneath, as Tany suggested in
her blog, which allowed me to wear a bra comfortably because of the low back!

Pattern Description: Halter dress, The back is loosely wrapped and attached tie-bands shape the waist.

Pattern Sizing: 36-44
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, easy peasy!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? This was a very easy sew, I made it in 3 hours which is a good time for me. Dislikes, well... the back is pretty low, so it's impossible to wear a bra, which I feel uncomfortable not wearing, :-/

Fabric Used: Jersey Knit


Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: I added 3 inches to the length.


Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes/ Yes, but keep in mind that it's very low-cut in the back.

Conclusion : I think I kinda like this dress, lol, it's very comfortable to wear and was a quick project for me. In the future I do plan to try a method used by Tany here on her blog to solve the low back issue.

Seeya!!!!

B.W.O.F. 7/09 - 105

July/09 Burda #105

Let me start this off by saying , my hubby thinks this dress is pretty loud! lol Okay, he may be a little right,........ somewhat, lol.   Yep, it'z a busy print ....  but I still really like it tho. Aside from my choice of "print" this was like my 2nd time trying B.W.O.F and it was a cool learning experience for me, the instructions were a lil short per usual tho. Anywho, I love the relaxed casual design of this dress. The raglan sleeves, inside seam pockets, standing collar and drawstring waist, appealed to me as a throw on, dress me up or down type of dress, and I love versatility. This pattern called for using flat felled seams, which I had never tried but I actually liked the clean look. 

 Of course, I will be making this again, in a more calmer print for the summer, hopefully the hubby will approve............................................... whateva, lol.

Pattern Description: Slightly flared mini dress with 3/4-length raglan sleeves and drawstring
waist.

Pattern Sizing: 36-44

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow? They were pretty much, the usual, but understandable.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved the sleeves, pockets and drawstring waist, there were no dislikes.

Fabric Used: A silky, rayon I think!?


Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: none


Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I plan to make another one in a more calmer print, lol.

Conclusion: It's a great summer cool dress.

Seeya!!

Simplicity 2925

Yes, ....I know I've been a bad blogger, but I'm still around! My mojo iz still going, and I haven't stopped a bit. In all honesty, I just hadn't put aside any time to blog, and I've completed soo many projects! I'll get better in time, in fact I just recently learned something that I'm sure you, already knew about. Now, keep in mind, I'm a bit challenged with the operations of blogger, but i just realized that I can schedule my posts!! Yey!!, I can write up my posts ahead of time and schedule them to publish. Too cool, and boy do I have some reviews to write....
Let's go back to May. Yep, this was made up during the summer, and it's an easy sew.....

Simplicity 2925

Pattern Description: Misses & Miss Petite Dress, Tunic, Tie Belt and Pants Sew Stylish Collection

Pattern Sizing: Many, I used a 14. View B

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes


Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, pretty E-Z.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? There were really no major dislikes, but you will need a different bra for this considering the placement of the straps . I really liked the shape and fit, especially the shoulder area.


Fabric Used: Stretch cotton sateen


Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: I raised the upper bodice/collar area up a tad bit.


Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes/ Yes very few pieces and easy to sew up!


Conclusion This was a very easy dress to sew up, straight out the envelope! It only took a few hours to finish up, and I wore it to church the very next day. It's pretty versatile for any occasion and can be worn with the belt included in the pattern or a purchased one. Luved it!

C-ya!!!

Entering the Matrix (for Halloween) lol

Kwiksew 3052