I made only the bodice from this pattern, as the skirt seemed a bit inaccurate to me. I also did not make the high-neck inset (meant to imitate an under blouse) because I wanted something more versatile and accurate. The outer body of the bodice is a wonderful pattern. The pieces match well and lend themselves easily to fitting. It calls for flat lining, but I decided to bag line in stead. the lapels and collar are stiffened with buckram and they keep that graceful curve at the top by wire sewn to the inside. Since I did not use the inset, I applied a low, double-breasted closure and buttons. Like all Simplicity patterns, it seems that this one is also sizes rather big. I cut for a 32” waist and ended up with a 34”.
Like most mass produced patterns, this piece comes out well but the instructions are troublesome. Be sure to mark every possible mark on the sleeves pieces, and make sure they are still visible during construction. Otherwise it becomes very difficult to figure left from right once you start putting things together.
Jennifer Brownell –
I made only the bodice from this pattern, as the skirt seemed a bit inaccurate to me. I also did not make the high-neck inset (meant to imitate an under blouse) because I wanted something more versatile and accurate. The outer body of the bodice is a wonderful pattern. The pieces match well and lend themselves easily to fitting. It calls for flat lining, but I decided to bag line in stead. the lapels and collar are stiffened with buckram and they keep that graceful curve at the top by wire sewn to the inside. Since I did not use the inset, I applied a low, double-breasted closure and buttons. Like all Simplicity patterns, it seems that this one is also sizes rather big. I cut for a 32” waist and ended up with a 34”.
Like most mass produced patterns, this piece comes out well but the instructions are troublesome. Be sure to mark every possible mark on the sleeves pieces, and make sure they are still visible during construction. Otherwise it becomes very difficult to figure left from right once you start putting things together.