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Sunday, February 6, 2011

Butterick 5247---Quickie Cowl neck dress

 Ok, I must admit that I had my doubts about this dress.I started working on this dress in January and it sorta got pushed to the side. It was my first dress of the year and I wasn't too sure if it would turn out to be cute. I was questioning the dolman sleeves since I didn't want my dress to have the "bat wing" effect. Secondly, I wan't sure if the cowl would be flattering with this pattern. So I'm suprised that it actually turned out cuter that I originally thought. It's not super fancy or anything but think it makes a statement. I paired it with a black belt, striped tights, and booties. I wish I had a short, fitted leather jacket to wear with this.
 Butterick 5247

Pattern Description:

Semi-fitted above mid-knee dresses with cowl-like collar long dolman sleeves and belt.

Pattern Sizing:
I cut the size 12

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Totally!

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Absolutely!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
It was a Quickie!

Fabric Used:
A Polyester knit with argyle print. I've had this fabric in my stash FOREVER. I still have 3 yards of it left. It was nice to finally use it!

(My Daugher and Goddaughter wanted to join in on the posing)

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I doubled the length of the cowl so it would be more exaggerated. I also sewed it on wrong---I didn't fold it in half and then sew it to the neckline. Instead I only sewed on end of the cowl to the neckline (right sides together) and when wearing it I just loosely flip inside the neckline and wear it. I just wanted the cowl to much fuller than originallly attended---and I achieved that.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Maybe---this is a great way to showcase a knit. And if you pair it with a cute jacket you've got an effortless outfit.

(aren't they naturals! LOL)
Conclusion:
Great pattern and great wardrobe builder! You could make 3-4 in a day easily!
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38 comments:

  1. liza janeFebruary 6, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    It's lovely and your little models are too cute!

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  2. Karen in VAFebruary 6, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Great dress!! And your fellow models are too adorable for words!!!!!

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  3. Amanda S.February 6, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    What adorably sassy posers! Love it!

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  4. RachelFebruary 6, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    That is really pretty!! I love the fabric. Your daughter and Goddaughter have their poses down pat.

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  5. Faye LewisFebruary 6, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Ya'll are too cute. Your dress is nice too.

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  6. CarolFebruary 6, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    I love this dress and the girls are gorgeous!

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  7. Carla(LoverofWords)February 6, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    i love the dress but I think you were upstaged in the last two pictures lol

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  8. AdrienneFebruary 6, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Lovely! Your girls are too cute!

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    This is a really flattering dress! I love the print.

    Your daughter and goddaughter put a big smile on my face.

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  10. MelissaFebruary 6, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    That is really cute. I love the girls wanted in on the photo fun too - how sweet!

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  11. TerriFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Love it AND just added the pattern to my wish list!

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  12. IreneFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Great dress! The junior models are just beautiful!

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  13. Uma Mageswari PreveFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Nice dress... Your little models are soooo cute! Also, have you lost weight dear...

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  14. Monica DFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    You go GIRLS!!! :)

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  15. VictoriaFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Uma Preme, I sure hope not---I'm always trying to gain some.....

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  16. ManecoarseFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Oh, those are the most adorable pictures ever!!!!

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  17. AminatFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    Cute dress and those are two adorable cuties you got there.

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  18. MyraFebruary 6, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Victoria, very nice dress and the little posers are just adorable!!! By the way, if you need a little weight, I can give you some of mine!!! :)

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  19. K.LineFebruary 6, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    You are being upstaged by those cuties!!! I like the dress - the length is perfect and the fabric works very well.

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  20. VictoriaFebruary 6, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    Myra you are perfect---you don't have any to spare. Why don't we just switch figures (wink)!

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  21. Candice February 6, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    What a cute dress! I made this dress last week but didn't like how little my cowl neck was...Your version is really nice!And your models are too cute "Divas in training"

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  22. MarybethFebruary 6, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Those girls are soooo cute! I love that picture, and the dress looks fantastic...

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  23. VanessaFebruary 6, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Nice dress! Sweet little models!

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  24. LoriFebruary 6, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Great dress and the models are so sweet.

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  25. MushyWearFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Definitely a winner! Such a cute photo shoot too with your little ones!

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  26. PamFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    The dress is fab and I must say your last picture is adorable!

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  27. SheryllFebruary 7, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    I love your dress! It looks super with the belt and your long legs. Fabulous photos!

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  28. NuJoiFebruary 7, 2011 at 1:32 AM

    Yours looks better than the one on the envelope. The print really sets it off.

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  29. НадеждаFebruary 7, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    Nice dress!

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  30. sewistafashionistaFebruary 7, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    I am seeing more dolmans in patterns now but they aren't the huge dolmans that create batwings. The small dolmans on your dress fit the design very well. Great dress!

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  31. TrudyFebruary 7, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Wow! You look fabulous! Your girls are just too cute.

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  32. gwensewsFebruary 7, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    The little girls have the model attitude--they are workin' it! Your dress is divine. And, really, I love the scenery in your photo. No snow!

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  33. EugeniaFebruary 7, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Super-cute dress and your Daughter and Goddaughter are adorable! You have certainly made good use of that fabric - isn't it great when you use a piece that you have had in the stash for ages?

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  34. KopyKat-KimFebruary 7, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    OMG, you got the babies in training! LOL! Adorable! Dress is too cute too!

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  35. BunnyFebruary 7, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    For an "afterthought" type of dress, this is fabulous on you. I am glad you stayed with it. The girls are adorable.

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  36. JoyFebruary 7, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Cute, cute dress. The cowl is really nice with that dress style. And those little ones are adorable! So funny (:

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  37. Lisette MFebruary 9, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    I bought this pattern because I have liked every version I've seen! Really cute dress, great print and the sidekicks are adorable.

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  38. LynneFebruary 11, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Oh, is that ever cute! And just look at those little protoge's!

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