There were a lot of things about this pattern that were challenges to me: the first time I’d lined something, the first time I’d worked with curved seams, the first time I’d had to deal with the fact that there was not quite enough of the fabric on the bolt and had to do some quick thinking, and the first time I’d used velvet (as the trim). So, some of the angst I had with this pattern were my own darn problem.
The absence of a cutting layout was really a problem. Also, there was no pattern piece for trimming around the neckline, so I ended up not doing it, even though it’s shown in the picture. There’s also no yardage given for the sleeve lining. And the side ties don’t match the pattern image.
Some of my problems wouldn’t have bothered a more experienced sewer, but once I got going, it was OK. I might use this pattern again.
Rated 4 out of 5
Annette –
I made View A. I didn’t have many difficulties following the directions, but I made a mistake using a knit crushed velvet without lining the bodice, so the neckline turned into an oval, instead of a v-neck. I also don’t recommend gluing the trim. The sizing is generous and I had no trouble with the lacing, but I needed long ties to close the side grommets.
Frannie –
There were a lot of things about this pattern that were challenges to me: the first time I’d lined something, the first time I’d worked with curved seams, the first time I’d had to deal with the fact that there was not quite enough of the fabric on the bolt and had to do some quick thinking, and the first time I’d used velvet (as the trim). So, some of the angst I had with this pattern were my own darn problem.
The absence of a cutting layout was really a problem. Also, there was no pattern piece for trimming around the neckline, so I ended up not doing it, even though it’s shown in the picture. There’s also no yardage given for the sleeve lining. And the side ties don’t match the pattern image.
Some of my problems wouldn’t have bothered a more experienced sewer, but once I got going, it was OK. I might use this pattern again.
Annette –
I made View A. I didn’t have many difficulties following the directions, but I made a mistake using a knit crushed velvet without lining the bodice, so the neckline turned into an oval, instead of a v-neck. I also don’t recommend gluing the trim. The sizing is generous and I had no trouble with the lacing, but I needed long ties to close the side grommets.