I hesitated because of the raised waist of the dress. I was afraid it would look too "maternity" for me.
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The pattern does NOT have the finished measurements on the pattern. I had to measure the pieces out and grade accordingly. I was surprised that I didn't need a large amount added for a full bust adjustment. I used a 20 for the neck, shoulder and armholes and a size 24 for the skirt. I also used my knit armhole template for the armholes and used my flutter sleeve pattern for this version.
My Personal Fitting Chart looks like jibber-jabber but it works for me and I've learned to use it for a good fit for me.
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I found 3 yards of a 1-way stretch fabric in my stash. It must have been a given to me, I don't think I would have purchased this floral.....!
The patterns called for two-way stretch but I wasn't thinking too clear and I chose a one-way stretch fabric for this muslin.
Sometimes stretch confuses me but finding this definition helps:
One-way: stretch on the crossgrain, no recovery (no lycra)
Two way: stretch and recover on the crossgrain (contains lycra)
Four-way: Stretch and recover on both the crossgrain and lengthwise grains (contains lycra)
Dear Hubby said the floral print reminded him of Mama from the show Mama's Family! I just need some knee highs rolled down and white shoes and my pearls!
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The directions were very easy and well explained. The only mistake I made was when I attached the bodice to the skirt, I serged them together, I should have stitched them together so that you can add elastic to the waist seam allowance later. It didn't effect the fit of the dress. I will try using elastic in the waist for the next version.
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| Butterick 5778 Dress |
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| Butterick 5778-Back View |
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The cowl is a little low for my liking but it gives me a great excuse to wear my new modesty panel I made. I have a wearable muslin and a great pattern to work with.
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| Butterick 5778 Floral Dress |
Overall, I really like this pattern. I can see making it in a solid and even another print. I love the fit and the high waist is very flattering on my shape. I think a sleeveless for the summer and a straight sleeve for Church will be in the works soon!
Until next time.................
Bonnie
Can you post or email me a copy of your personal fitting chart. THanks in advance. ms_sunshne@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteWill do, happy to help!
DeleteThe dress is great (love the sleeve choice)and the style is one I would probably wear as a summer maxi dress. It is certainly worth remaking in another type of fabric.
ReplyDeleteThe next version is even better! Maxi is a great idea too!
DeletePretty dress. If you feel it's too much floral, a dark color jacket or cardigan would tone it down.
ReplyDeleteYes, I've worn it with a black sweater cardigan and it does help. Maybe even a denim jacket. Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteGreat dress! It does look a little Mama's Family now that you show the photo right there. But I don't think I would have thought that without the prompting. The colors are very pretty.
ReplyDeleteI had to get this pattern recently from Ebay after I was going through my old issues of Threads and noticed the version on the cover of the July 2013 issue. They colorblocked the center front piece in a different fabric in the same color family and I just loved it. Plus, I'm obsessed with cowl necks now that I've discovered that they actually look nice on us larger busted gals. I haven't made it up yet, but I hope to soon!
Thanks for stopping by and the kind comments. I am really liking this pattern. I've made a muslin and now two more dresses. I'm really loving the pattern. BTY the cowl does hang a little low and the belt on the front can be a little tricky. Other than that it's a great pattern and I hope to see what you make with it!
DeleteI love the dress and I've always wanted to make that pattern. The "Mama's Family" stuff is cracking me up! That was the best!
ReplyDeleteThank you, I would love to see your version.
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