This pattern was just plain fun. The project did not take a lot of time, and the result was very pleasing. It’s a fitted dress with dolman sleeves and a full skirt. It zips up the back. The skirt has slash pockets in the front. The pattern also includes knitting directions for a stole and directions for a self belt. I used a medium weight cotton poly blend with a twill weave. I have to say it worked better than I expected. The medium weight material stands out from the body and as I was looking for a fifties full skirt effect it worked well with just a slip. There are three neckline choices, a v-neck, round jewel neckline, and a turtleneck. I chose the v-neck.
The pattern pieces are on a heavy, white tissue paper. The directions are clear and easy to follow, but read before you sew. The seam allowance used is 1/2 inch not 5/8 which will make a difference as this is a fitted garment from the bust to the waist. Alterations were easy. Finishing at the neckline is a bias facing. Basic sewing skills will be all you need for this pattern.
Anne F. Merritt –
This pattern was just plain fun. The project did not take a lot of time, and the result was very pleasing. It’s a fitted dress with dolman sleeves and a full skirt. It zips up the back. The skirt has slash pockets in the front. The pattern also includes knitting directions for a stole and directions for a self belt. I used a medium weight cotton poly blend with a twill weave. I have to say it worked better than I expected. The medium weight material stands out from the body and as I was looking for a fifties full skirt effect it worked well with just a slip. There are three neckline choices, a v-neck, round jewel neckline, and a turtleneck. I chose the v-neck.
The pattern pieces are on a heavy, white tissue paper. The directions are clear and easy to follow, but read before you sew. The seam allowance used is 1/2 inch not 5/8 which will make a difference as this is a fitted garment from the bust to the waist. Alterations were easy. Finishing at the neckline is a bias facing. Basic sewing skills will be all you need for this pattern.