The first one I did just like Jenny's cover dress. I added the sash - but didn't double the fabric because I was using a fairly substantial ponte knit and I didn't want the bulk of 2 layers. I did hem the sash for some unknown reason.
Let me also say - I'm rubbish at grading between sizes for my hips. It's like I have absolutely no idea how big they are! I know what the tape measure tells me, but even with flat pattern measuring - my garments end up too big at the hips. Frustrating!
I will say - with each dress, it got smaller and the sway back adjustment got bigger. I know that Cashmerette has a built in sway back adjustment, but with my very short back length (15") and my prominent behind, I need more.
The second dress was white polka dots on a black ponte background. I used a solid white ponte for the sleeves and neckband and the polka dots for the sleeve bands.
This dress was not long for the closet. I think I wore it twice and the ponte pilled horribly. I couldn't stand it. I think I have a tiny big of the polka dots left, but I'm not sure I'll use them.
The third version, I think, fits the best! And it's my favorite. The hot pink border was on the fabric and I cut it to use as the neck band. I fussy cut the sleeves so the border was at the hem.
The fabric is an ITY from FabricMart ordered in May of 2015 - so it only took 3 years to get sewn up!
I like this dress in an ITY knit. I'm finally happy with the length - neither too long nor too short.
I love the little flippy side vent. My versions are just slightly longer in the back - although it's not noticeable in this photo.
While I do finally like this dress, I think the tunic version is next in my to make pile. I love Carolyn's versions of the tunic with long sleeves and a turtleneck or cowl - I am smitten with Megan's Pembroke tunic dress and really want to add several versions like that to my closet.
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| Megan's Beautiful Pembroke Tunic |
