Sunday, June 12, 2011

McCall's 6380--- Jumpsuit for Date Night!

This weekend was a fun one for me! As I mentioned in my last post, my daughter's Godparents kept her for the weekend which gave me an Hubby a "Wee-One Free" weekend. So we definitely wanted to have a fun weekend together. We decided to spend Saturday out and about and Sunday vegging out in the house. So of course I wanted a cute outfit to wear for our outing on Saturday. I'd been wanting to make a jumper for quite some time. I fell in love with the McCall 6083 pattern and figured it would be a good choice. And it was!!! But it almost didn't happen. Half way through sewing my jumpsuit my Brother sewing machine (the one I just sent to the shop early last month) started jamming. I almost panicked but I was determined to finish this jumpsuit--- even if I had to handsew it LOL! Fortunately I used a back up (the first machine I ever bought) whichI hadn't used in 4 years and "she" worked great for me ---and didn't even hold a grudge (smile)! I'm happy things worked out because I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this jumpsuit! I've got a couple more in the works and in different fabrics! So here's my jumpsuit.....

McCall 6083
Pattern Description:

Jumpsuit has side front pockets, elastic casings and stitched hem and sash. I made view C.

Pattern Sizing:
I cut the size 10 for the bodice and 12 for the hips and below.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yep, yep!!!
(Love those pockets. BTW, couldn't wear cute strappy sandals due to a hurt big toe:(

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Super easy!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I loved everything about this pattern! There were no dislikes!

Fabric Used:
Matte jersey


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I didn't have to make any major alterations which was nice. I always get nervous when I'm making pants that I will have to do some major crotch adjustment. None was needed in this case.

1. Added 1" length to bodice----I made a muslin and thought the front and back pieces could use a little more length.
2. Added 3" length to the hem.

(Loved the necklace---black tiny beads with larger wooden beads and mother of pearl shell medallion).
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
ABSOULUTELY!!!! I love this jumpsuit and already have another cut out and ready to sew.

Conclusion:
Love this pattern! It's well drafted and the fit is great! I plan to make a few more!

I had a great date with Hubby made better by having a cute outfit to wear which he loved. To close, I

33 comments:

  1. I really think this is a perfect blend of sexy and ladylike. Wonderful job.

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  2. Well said Mary....sexy AND ladylike! This looks great on you Victoria! Nice work! I actually like it with the flat flops.

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  3. The romper is so cute and stylish. You have inspired me to make a romper for the summer.
    GREAT JOB!

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  4. you look so chic. cute alternative to a maxi-dress with the same feel.
    looks great.

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  5. You look really stylish! Love the necklace you paired with the jump suit. You got a great fit. I am amazed that it turned out to be an easy sewing project.

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  6. Same here Karin, it was SUPER easy to sew. I think I completed it in like 4 hours from start to finish!!!!

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  7. Your jumpsuit looks terrific! Glad to hear you had such a fun weekend.

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  8. I see why you love it, it looks great on you, hurt big toe or not.

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  9. Super fantastic! You are working that jumpsuit! I wish I could pull one off like that.

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  10. Yay, you made the jumpsuit! Very cute, and yet chic in black.

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  11. This looks GREAT on you! Legs that go on for a mile. I'm jealous. ;-)

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  12. This is a great style on you. I think the "sexy and ladylike" comment is spot on. Very, very nice.

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  13. You look great! So much in fact, I bet another wee one is on the way

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  14. Hot Mamma! You didn't even need the strappy sandals with this number. You look perfect! Glad you had so much fun with hubby.

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  15. That is one great looking jumpsuit, and you look fabulous in it.

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  16. What a fun and flattering outfit for date-night!

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  17. These look fabulous on you Victoria - so stylish!

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  18. wow!! No wonder you are making another one of these at top speed - you look fabulous in this sleek style. The fabric is just right, your jumpsuit looks so elegant - it could take you anywhere from casual to dressy. I love it!

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  19. You look fabulous. Love your jumpsuit.

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  20. You look nice in a jumpsuit! I hope you and the hubby had a good time!

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  21. Very cute and summery. Oh for the days when I could wear jumpsuits...

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  22. Oh My Victoria.... that jumpsuit looks great on you and can clearly see you making more of them.

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  23. That jumpsuit looks great... I am going get the same fabric and make one... Looks so cool on you! Nice work Victoria!

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  24. That jumpsuit looks great on you!

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  25. You look wonderful! I may have to make this my Friday Night Sew-In project.

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  26. Soooooo stinkin' cute. I love it, and it's perfect for a date night.

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  27. What a great wardrobe option! It looks great, Victoria! I'm sure your husband loved it, too (wink!).

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  28. Very cute! I reviewed this pattern last year and it was an epic fail (super long crotch) so I turned it into a tube top :)

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  29. The date night jumpsuit is super cute.

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