A simple sundress made from a bright blue stretch woven print, lined to the waist with Ambiance.
Pattern photo:
Line Drawing:
Materials:
Dress Photos:
Front View:
Back view:
Pattern Used:
McCalls 6027 View DPattern photo:
Line Drawing:
Materials:Fabrics:
Cotton/Lycra stretch woven blue print from House of Fabrics, North Asheville, NC
Royal blue Ambiance for lining from stash
Thread:Cotton/Lycra stretch woven blue print from House of Fabrics, North Asheville, NC
Royal blue Ambiance for lining from stash
Mettler 100% polyester in sewing machine
MaxiLock 100% polyester thread in serger
Machine Needles:
Size 80 Universal
Machines:
Machines:
Janome 6600 computerized sewing machine
Elna Pro 905 DCX computerized serger
Things I did with this project (that weren't in the pattern instructions):
I made no changes to the pattern.Things I learned, or was reminded of in this project:
I really love sewing with and wearing stretch woven fabrics. Cotton/lycra fabrics are crisp and comfortable all in one.Things I would do differently, were I to make this dress again:
I would make the version with the gores (Views A and B) since l love big swishy skirts. I didn't have enough fabric to make that version this time. Also, I would leave the shoulder flaps off. I actually like them, as they make my narrow shoulders look wider. But one dress style like that is probably enough.
I would make the version with the gores (Views A and B) since l love big swishy skirts. I didn't have enough fabric to make that version this time. Also, I would leave the shoulder flaps off. I actually like them, as they make my narrow shoulders look wider. But one dress style like that is probably enough.
12 comments:
This is a very pretty dress Kathryn and the blue print just screams summer! What a great way to end your summer sewing. So what's up next for fall?
Oh wow, it's gorgeous! I really love the print & the how floaty and summery the dress looks :)
Very pretty. I love that fabric.
So, maybe tomorrow, Fall starts in NC? Please?!
Wow, another beautiful summer piece, Kathryn. You have made some really beautiful pieces this season!
Oh, you have won the La Fred pants pattern, so let me have your address. Congrats! :)
Beautiful fabric and pattern. Lovely execution. Looking forward to your Fall/Winter creations. So sorry you have to leave Summer behind, since you love it so. ;-)
Wow that is so beautiful!
Gorgeous bright sundress - quite inspirting for me as our summer is just beginning.
Your dress is beautiful and I love the fabric. I loved this pattern ever since it came out.
I started making this dress but just did not have the time to finish it :(
Hopefully will finish it soon and I'll have it for next summer.
A gorgeous, pretty, feminine dress!
Great dress! I love the print. I also really like how you review all your projects. The format is great and so informative!
I love everything about this dress!
I love all your clothes, but
the VIEW from your balcony is fantastic !! Is it in the USA, what state?
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