I cut out a size 10, but had to take it in a lot around the waist. Now that I've had the baby, I just took the midsection in a little more and it fits perfectly!
The pattern was fun and easy. It's only five pieces (because I omitted the cuff pieces) and I love the way the yoke came out.
I thought then curved hem was a little difficult. I tried to fold it up twice to encase the raw edge and it didn't lay flat along the curves. I think next time I will serge the raw edge and fold it up one time. Or maybe I'll just make it a straight hem.
I wasn't sure how the chevron was going to look with the gathers in the front, but I think it turned out just fine!
I was in a little bit of a time pinch to finish before the game, so I omitted the buttons on the shoulder and the sleeve cuff.
Lisette patterns are quickly becoming my favorite! I'm definitely going to make this one again!
Fun day in Clemson!
Such a fun and stylish dress! You look fab!
ReplyDeleteI love all of your dresses...I am really considering sewing and buying a machine..just moved to Columbia, SC and was curious...do you save a lot of money making your own or do you do it for the custom fit?? I really want to learn to sew and don't know if buying patterns will be helpful since I don't know much about sewing..
ReplyDeletewould love your thoughts!!