Sunday, July 10, 2011

Vogue 1224--Another Great Tracy Reese dress!

I've had this multi color rayon jersey fabric in my stash for a few months and have been anxiously trying to find the right pattern to got with it. I was happy when I finally settled on this Tracy Reese dress. I think this simple yet pretty design shows off the beauty of the fabric and overall both help to make a cute and fun dress. Here's my review.....

 

Vogue 1224

Pattern Description:
Partially lined, pullover dress has short dolman sleeves, elasticized waistline and neckline with tie ends, stitched hems and above mid-knee length. Purchased stoppers for tie ends.

Pattern Sizing:
I cut a size 12 for the bodice and graded up to a 14 for the waist and skirt.


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

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Pretty much!


What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
The sleeves and elasticized neckline.
(love that neckline!!!)

Fabric Used:
Rayon Jersey from Jo-Ann's. I think it came from one of the tribal collections.


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
-I added about 7" to the length since this bad boy was pretty short and would extra short on me since I'm tall. I figured mid knee length would be good for me especially since I wanted to sometimes wear this to church.
-For the record I always end up using much less elastic than recommended. This rayon jersey was so stretchy that I had to tighten the elastic up a bit to keep the dress from stretching out of shape too much.
-Also I didn't use the casing pattern. Instead I created a casing out of the seam allowance. I made a 6/8" s.a. instead of the normal 5"8. I serged the s.a. edge and left a bit open to insert the elastic. I didn't bother sewing the casing to the skirt.


Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I think so, it's such a cute little dress. I'd love to make it in a solid color so the design details shows much better.


Conclusion:
Cute fun and quick little dress!
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31 comments:

  1. LisaJuly 10, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Wow you guys in the US can buy such beautiful fabrics ..sigh !!! I love your dress it's beautiful on you .

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  2. Uma Mageswari PreveJuly 10, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    That is a lovely dress... Nice fabric too!

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  3. LoriJuly 10, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Fantastic dress, cute fabric, too.

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  4. K.LineJuly 10, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Innovative use of seam allowance for elastic. Did you make that up or have you seen it in other pattern directions?

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  5. Beth (SunnyGal Studio)July 10, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    great dress and color on you. I have been pondering that pattern.

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  6. Linda LJuly 10, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    I really like this dress. Great looking fabric, perfect for this dress!

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  7. RebeccaJuly 10, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    This is such a cute dress! I think I may need that pattern at the next pattern sale. :]

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  8. RachelJuly 10, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    GORGEOUS!!! I just love the fabric.

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  9. gwensewsJuly 10, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Sincerely cute dress!

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  10. JenJuly 10, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Very pretty dress. Love the fabric.

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  11. Erica BunkerJuly 10, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Really cute! I've been on a fabric diet and I've totally missed out on this fabric! Great choice!

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  12. JadaJuly 10, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    I am loving that dress on you! The fabric is cute.I am going to have to add this to my list.

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  13. KarinJuly 10, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Very nice! A good choice of fabric for the pattern, too. I like it better a little longer. It's more elegant.

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  14. Salsera7July 10, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Great dress and beautiful fabric. I wish the Joann's by me had it.

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  15. BunnyJuly 10, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    Very pretty. I have had my eye on that pattern. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  16. JenniferJuly 10, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Cute cute cute!!!!

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  17. liza janeJuly 10, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Very pretty! I love the neckline, too. That was an excellent pattern choice for that fabric.

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  18. JaneJuly 10, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Very cute dress and it looks great on you. Fabulous fabric.

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  19. AllisonCJuly 10, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Fabulous version of this dress, I love the fabric!

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  20. AlethiaJuly 10, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    I've seen this pattern and passed it over...I really like this, and the fabric is beautiful! The length is great.

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  21. SewCool21July 11, 2011 at 1:09 AM

    The dress looks great! I love the fabric!

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  22. AnonymousJuly 11, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    7 inches? Yeesh!

    I have this pattern and your lovely dress has made me even more determined to make it soon. I simply adore your version.

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  23. AminatJuly 11, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Wow, your dress is gorgeous, love your fabric...

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  24. MyraJuly 11, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    This is a really, really cute dress Victoria!! I especially love the neckline detail too. The fabric is gorgeous too, great colors that compliment your skin tone very nicely!!

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  25. MyraJuly 11, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    ...by the way, congratulations on your win at Sheila's website...what a great knit fabric you won!!

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  26. EbonyJuly 11, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    I love this pattern! And I love this look on you. Tracy Reese is one of my favorite designers and every time a pattern comes ot that she designs, I high-tail it to the pattern sales. Even though I live in MAcon,GA I can feel the sewing energy swirling on down I-16! Have fun!

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  27. SheilaJuly 11, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Gorgeous dress and the print is 2df.

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  28. VictoriaJuly 11, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Hey K-Line, I tried to answer your question the other day but Blogger kept giving me problems. I actually found the elastic in seam encasement in A Guide to Fashion Sewing by Connie Crawford--4th ed. I can't remember the page number right off.

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  29. narcissaqtpieJuly 13, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Wow! I love this dress! These colors have you glowing, and you KNOW I love the fabric - haha!

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  30. Lisette MJuly 15, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Such a cute dress, I made it also and love it.

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  31. Frau Nähfreundins TagebuchApril 10, 2013 at 11:39 PM

    Very pretty dress!!!!

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