Butterick 3364 Asymmetrical Dress Muslin

This Butterick 3364 pattern was from the gentleman I purchased my "new" industrial sewing machine from and was one of my favorites.  I like the design of the waist gathered into a belt buckle.

Butterick 3364

The pattern was in a size 12-14-16.  I started with the size 16 and added to the bust/waist/hips for my usual increases. I also made a sway back adjustment.

The front was a little more complex.  Since the pattern piece was not cut on the fold due to the asymmetrical gather at the waist I had to make the adjustments to each side.  I used my armhole template and my own sleeve pattern.

A muslin was a definite for this pattern but I think it will be an easy sew.

The neckline is extremely high, both front and back.  I lowered the front neckline 2-1/2" and the back 1/2".  I narrowed the shoulders 1/2" and widened the neckline 1/2".  The fit is ok, circumference wise but I don't like the drag lines on across the waist and hips.

Butterick 3364 Front view

I like the style of the buckle at the side and the directions were really easier than I thought.  I was pleasantly surprised!

Butterick 3364 Side View-Buckle

The back of the dress fits well. I didn't put in the back zipper and just had Girl M pin me into the dress.  The back darts help with the fit and I'm glad I did the sway back adjustment.

Butterick 3364 Back View

I think this dress may need Spanx under it.  The muslin fabric is a satin backed suiting with a little stretch.  No longer can I wear this beautiful color of orange since my hair is gray is looks very unflattering on me.

I removed the sleeves and took in the side seams 1/2" from underarm to mid hip.  The drag lines are a little less now and the side seam still hangs straight even though the fabric wrinkle is making it look a little off.

Butterick 3364 Muslin

I'm thinking a print fabric for this dress to help with camouflaging with my lumps, bumps and curves.

Until next time......................

Bonnie