I can see this quickly becoming one of my favorite summer dresses. It is simple, yet I think the stripes and crossover detail give it a lot of interest.
The pattern caught my attention because it offers so many options; sleeves, neckline, skirt shape, dress or top. And that is without factoring in the fabric possibilities.
To make sure my stripes matched on the sides, I cut out each piece individually rather than layering them. I normally do this when cutting horizontal stripes. I purchased the fabric from Stone Mountain and Daughter in Berkeley. I love that store and wish it were closer to where I live though it’s probably better that it is not 😉
Other than setting the sleeves in flat prior to sewing the side seams, I sewed this according to the pattern instructions. No alterations.
There’s not much to say about this dress. The process of sewing it was uneventful. I am very happy with the finished product which is always a great feeling. After working on a wadder for over a week (I tried so hard to save it), this dress was just what I needed to get me feeling good about sewing again.
You look lovely! You should be on the cover of the pattern envelope. I believe you used the bodice of view B with the skirt of view C. Is the fabric a stretch knit as pattern suggests? I started to sew about a year ago and take classes as time permits. I’m short at 4′ 11″ and so I’m interested in making some of my own clothes that fit proportionally. I find it’s not easy to understand the patterns, but I’m not giving up. Sewing has become my favorite pastime. You inspire me! Thank you and God Bless!
Thank you Luisa. Yes, the fabric is a stretch knit as the pattern recommends. Hang in there with sewing. I think it is worth the effort.
What a great dress! I love your interpretation. I think I need to go look at that pattern again…
Thank you Lizzie.
Oops, that was supposed to be stRipe, not stipe
I love the perfection of the stipe matching. Makes me happy to see that.
Thank you Paula.
Love the striped fabric for this dress! As always you look elegant. Great fit with this pattern. I have this one and had plans to make a top, still do just so many other projects on the list!
Thank you Linda.
Very pretty! The stripey fabric really “makes it”.
Thank you Irene.
Such a pretty dress and a good one to have in the wardrobe for lots of occasions! You chose the perfect fabric! Hard for me to imagine you having a wadder…
Thank you Claire for the vote of confidence. Alas, wadders do appear in my sewing room once in a while. Fortunately they are outnumbered by successes.
I’ve got this pattern but not made it, will definitely do so now because I really love yours. The cross over makes it really stylish and flattering. I would imagine getting that is exactly the right place is crucial.
Thanks Mags. I found the pattern came together very easily and I was fortunate that everything lined up as far as fit.
The dress looks very nice, and comfortable. Good colors for summer! You look great, as always!
Thank you Karen. That is very kind of you to say.
Beautiful dress and it looks fabulous on you.
Thank you Lisa!
Lucy, you look like a million bucks in this dress! I love everything about it!
Thank you Sue!
Great dress. I love the interest at the waist and the stripes are perfect for this. Might have to copy you!!
Thank you Cissie! I would consider it quite the compliment if you copied me.
Beautiful dress Lucy! I’m putting the pattern on my list 🙂
Thank you Sarah!
Very pretty dress! I love the muted colour of the stripes. Nicely done!
Thank you Anne!
Love it! And look at that stripe-matching! Masterful!
Thank you Jennifer!