I picked out this pattern (and the fabric) last summer because I was drawn to the simple, summery, cool and comfortable style of the dress. I almost finished it last summer but got discouraged because I thought the dress looked like a sack. A few days ago I found the dress in a UFO pile and decided to finish it.
The dress has a cute pleated neckline, but I found that the pleats cause a balloon of fabric right in front. Yuck. A belt does help, but yet the pouf is still there. My fabric is a soft cotton madras, so I know it's not the fabric's fault.
yep, a sack
The dress sizing is big. Really. Big. So I took in the sides and took them in some more. Well, you know if you take in a pullover dress too much then the silly thing will be impossible to put on. I took this into consideration and made an opening in the back seam. The button loop was made by finger-crocheting a chain from 6 strands of thread.
With the modifications made, I ended up with a dress that I will wear. I still do not like how the front of the dress poufs out, however, with a belt, the dress is almost cute.
worn with a belt
with self-fabric sash
It's very cute! I think you think it's poufier than it really is! :)
ReplyDeleteSo adorablev
ReplyDeleteSo cute and very summery! I love the colors!
ReplyDeleteIt looks lovely on you!
ReplyDeleteIt looks great on you, Ruth! I like it with the sash best.
ReplyDeleteVery nice dress. Love the colors too.
ReplyDeleteVery cute! You can't notice the pouf, and the fabric is adorable.
ReplyDeleteGreat job finishing your dress (and fixing it to your liking). I think it is adorable on you.
ReplyDeleteJust darling and so are you!
ReplyDeleteI really like the dress on you. Cotton madras was a great choice for this pattern, and I can just imagine how comfy it is to wear.
ReplyDeleteThat is very cute! I think the print suits the dress style very well. Don't think I could wear it as I have all the curves of a plank of wood...but it looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteIt's a cute dress and perfect for summer! Love the color of the plaid.:)
ReplyDeleteNot 'almost cute' - really cute ! It looks so nice and cool for the hot summer weather.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely wear this; it is not as poufy as you feel that it is. I know the feeling though; I've made things that I will not wear because of that.
ReplyDeleteVery cute! I like it with the contrasting belt - very Summery!
ReplyDeleteIt's so cute! What a great summer dress!!
ReplyDeleteI wish i could have this :)
ReplyDelete-Kalika
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hi im new here i think its the pattern the last photo with cardigan looks nice but if your flat chested like me that material accentuates it, b/c its so soft next time prob pick a stiffer fabric and remember to alter the bust to fix your frame v necks do better for me b/c im flat. those fabrics have no shame
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ReplyDeleteLove it! The colour is great and the cut is really nice and simple. I would love to make one for myself.
ReplyDeleteMia
Cute dress! I don't think sack or poofy. I love it with the sweater, too. Nice job!
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