There really is nothing more to say about this dress.
I can buy fabric, pretreat, cut, sew and wear in close to the same day. With the exception of my tendency to thrust my stomach forward, the dress is flattering. As I was cutting this version - I decided I wanted long sleeves and thought I had enough fabric to make LONG sleeves, but I didn't. So I cut them as long as I could and make a pleat at the bottom of the sleeve to mimic the pleats going on elsewhere in the dress - at the shoulders, and the waist.
Even though this is a very thin knit (bought at Hobby Lobby) I was plenty warm all day and never put on the cardigan I brought with me just in case.
I also finally remembered to shorten the ties and while I could wrap them around to the front and tie them, I just tied them in the back in a bow. Maybe a bit too twee - but I got a ton of compliments on the dress and hubby thought it came from Nordstroms - even though he got the straight from the sewing room preview when I finished it last Thursday - Men! Anyway - as the title says - I think it's time to put this pattern aside for awhile. This is the 4th make from this pattern and while they all look different, I think I'm ready to try another pattern for a minute.
Another great finish. It looks wonderful on you.
ReplyDeleteHave you considered making the dress sleeveless for summer?
LOVE it. It does look quite high-end. I'm glad you had fun cranking out the wrap dresses and they're all lovely!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Chuckled over J thinking it was from Nordstrom's! Happy holidays to you my friend!
ReplyDeleteI love that fabric! It's so pretty and feminine. Another great dress. Glad you're enjoying the wrap dress look.
ReplyDeleteCute print. It's a good style for you. I predict we haven't seen the last of this pattern.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the neckline
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