I made View A. This is a very easy pattern. All the pieces fit properly and the instructions are excellent. I made a couple of changes and these were easy to do. These changes were personal preferences, not due to any errors in the pattern. I reduced the fullness in the front of the skirt so the dress hangs straighter and smoother in front. I added a pleated godet in the center back of the skirt creating a subtle, sweeping train. The pattern calls for the neck drapery to be gathered at the shoulders; I preferred it laying flat.
Rated 5 out of 5
Teresa –
This is a very simple pattern, however, it doesn’t even begin to be historically accurate. I made View C with straight sleeves. What I loved about it was the inset high collar. If you make it out of the same material, it is not so glaringly obvious that the cut is all wrong. I also changed the sleeves to a close fitting goblet style, just out of personal preference.
Rated 4 out of 5
Amanda –
I made View A. It is another very easy pattern. You can cut it out one day; then sew it the next day. It went together with almost no problems. The neckline was a bit low and had to be raised (this may have been because I didn’t add the drape). The sleeves are very droopy and dramatic. I have gotten many compliments on this dress.
Rated 5 out of 5
Trystan –
I made View C. This is such a pretty gown! I made it for my Lord of the Rings inspired elf costume, and I will make it again for both costumes and everyday wear. The pieces went together smoothly (even though I challenged myself by using stretch velvet). I modified the sleeve ruffle for a more fanciful look. The princess seams are flattering and give a beautiful swirl to the skirt. A couple caveats: the pattern runs a little large, so carefully compare your measurements with the pattern pieces before cutting (or do a muslin). Also, the neckline of View C is very wide, just as pictured. If you have narrow shoulders or are petite, you may need to modify it so the shoulders don’t slip down. This pattern is very popular for Lord of the Rings elf gowns. There are instructions for using this pattern to make Arwen’s Chase Gown from The Fellowship of the Ring.
Gladys –
I made View A. This is a very easy pattern. All the pieces fit properly and the instructions are excellent. I made a couple of changes and these were easy to do. These changes were personal preferences, not due to any errors in the pattern. I reduced the fullness in the front of the skirt so the dress hangs straighter and smoother in front. I added a pleated godet in the center back of the skirt creating a subtle, sweeping train. The pattern calls for the neck drapery to be gathered at the shoulders; I preferred it laying flat.
Teresa –
This is a very simple pattern, however, it doesn’t even begin to be historically accurate. I made View C with straight sleeves. What I loved about it was the inset high collar. If you make it out of the same material, it is not so glaringly obvious that the cut is all wrong. I also changed the sleeves to a close fitting goblet style, just out of personal preference.
Amanda –
I made View A. It is another very easy pattern. You can cut it out one day; then sew it the next day. It went together with almost no problems. The neckline was a bit low and had to be raised (this may have been because I didn’t add the drape). The sleeves are very droopy and dramatic. I have gotten many compliments on this dress.
Trystan –
I made View C. This is such a pretty gown! I made it for my Lord of the Rings inspired elf costume, and I will make it again for both costumes and everyday wear. The pieces went together smoothly (even though I challenged myself by using stretch velvet). I modified the sleeve ruffle for a more fanciful look. The princess seams are flattering and give a beautiful swirl to the skirt. A couple caveats: the pattern runs a little large, so carefully compare your measurements with the pattern pieces before cutting (or do a muslin). Also, the neckline of View C is very wide, just as pictured. If you have narrow shoulders or are petite, you may need to modify it so the shoulders don’t slip down. This pattern is very popular for Lord of the Rings elf gowns. There are instructions for using this pattern to make Arwen’s Chase Gown from The Fellowship of the Ring.