First of all, we bought the pattern for the skirt only. I drafted a completely different bodice. My biggest problem upon receiving the pattern was discovering that the pattern was NOT for the exact skirt shown in the picture, which was disappointing because the whole reason we bought the pattern was to save us time figuring it out for ourselves. The drapes and folds in the back are what we got out of the pattern. The instructions weren’t very clear on several points. However, even though the picture shows tiers and a ruffle on the front of the skirt, the pattern was for a plain panel in the front so we had to add these ourselves. Overall, I really like using these patterns to get a unique look and I recommend them for experienced sewers who aren’t afraid to make adjustments. Just beware that you may not be buying a pattern for the same dress you see in the picture, and it’s going to take some time to figure out the details.
Rachel Wendel –
First of all, we bought the pattern for the skirt only. I drafted a completely different bodice. My biggest problem upon receiving the pattern was discovering that the pattern was NOT for the exact skirt shown in the picture, which was disappointing because the whole reason we bought the pattern was to save us time figuring it out for ourselves. The drapes and folds in the back are what we got out of the pattern. The instructions weren’t very clear on several points. However, even though the picture shows tiers and a ruffle on the front of the skirt, the pattern was for a plain panel in the front so we had to add these ourselves. Overall, I really like using these patterns to get a unique look and I recommend them for experienced sewers who aren’t afraid to make adjustments. Just beware that you may not be buying a pattern for the same dress you see in the picture, and it’s going to take some time to figure out the details.