Sunday, April 8, 2012

Easter/Resurrection Day Dresses--Vogue 1285 & NewLook 6879

I want to wish everyone a HAPPY Easter / Resurrection Day! For me it's the pinnacle of my faith in Jesus and an important day. He is my source of life and my Friend:) As with all special occassions I like to mark them by making something special to wear. Actually I don't really need much of a reason to sew--but I'm sure all of you know that by now (smile).  Well here are the two dresses I made---one for myself and one for my daughter.

Vogue 1285

Pattern Description:
Lined, mock wrap dress has collar, close-fitting bodice with bands/hook&eye, fitted skirt, overlay with mock band, belt loops, sleeve bands and invisible left side zipper. Darts are stitched on the right side of fabric. Lining forms attached slip with shoulder and lingerie straps. Purchased belt.

Pattern Sizing:
I cut the size 12
(up close details)

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

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Pretty much

(Back Shot---love those exposed darts)

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I love the wrap and the visibly stitched darts. The neckline is lovely as well.

Fabric Used:
I used a raspberry colored rayon/cotton lycra blend knit that I picked up from my trip to NYC in February. It was pretty stretchy. After sewing the dress & doing several fittings I had to wash the dress to shrink it back to size. It fit like a glove afterwards.

(Gratuitous shoe shot. I couldn't find a flora print so I went with this. No fancy namebrand but was called the "Fuschia Peacock". They have a hidden platform which I HATE (between that and the 3" heel they made me super tall) but they were cute)

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
*I shortened the back length in the middle by 2" and tapered it to the sides. After sewing the dress there was still too much back length (due to the stretchy nature of my fabric) so I had to take another 2" out--1" out of the back bodice & 1" out tf the back skirt.
*I stabilized the shoulder seams with clear elastic.
*I stabilized the invisible zipper with stay tape.
*I sewed in the sleeves using the flat method.
*I ommitted the slip. My fabric wasn't sheer so I didn't need it.
*I ommitted the belt loops.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Probably not, I only need one of these types of dresses.

Conclusion:
Pretty dress and an easy sew---what more could you want:)

(Can you tell she likes taking photos? Sure didn't get that from me! LOL!)

NewLook 6879

Pattern Description:
Dress with various bodice styles.
Pattern Sizing:
Size 4. I think I made view D but w/o belt. I made separate belt.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Absolutely!!!

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Super simple!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
Liked everything. Just needed something simple enough to showcase the fabric I was using.

Fabric Used:
Bright pink satin with  white organza overlay with felt embossed hearts. I know....I bought this years ago for Valentine's day but she picked it out for her Easter dress;)

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
*I lengthened the bodice by 2"
*I did a rolled hem on the organza overlay.
*I did a narrow hem on the satin underlay.
*I omitted the skirt lining  (2 layers of a full skirt was enought)

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Perhaps

Conclusion:
Great pattern! Made for a cute dress:)

35 comments:

  1. Love how you are both sportin' pink! Love your dress AND your shoes and your daughter's dress. She is adoreable and quite photogenic I might add! Happy Resurrection Sunday!

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  2. I love this dress, the color everything

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  3. I love both dresses! You two are both stylin'!

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  4. Great job on both the dresses. Love those shoes!

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  5. You girls are both so cute! I love the outfits. Lately I have been sewing only what I need...this is probably not a good strategy as I love colorful dresses and skirts, but have no specific place to wear them. Retirement has one downside!

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  6. Aww, both of you look great! Your heels are so pretty! Great style Victoria. Happy Resurrection day!

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  7. Very pretty, both you and your little one! Happy Resurrection day to you Victoria!

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  8. Absolutely great! Both dresses and love the shoes! You many have to get "mini-me" into fashion modeling!

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  9. Two great looking dresses and love your shoes. Your daughter's pose is fantastic.

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  10. Both look great, especially your daughter's dress. You can tell she really loved it! Love her smile. :-)

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  11. Oh. My. Goodness! Your baby girl is adorable in her gorgeous pink dress! I love yours too. It's a great color on you both.

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  12. The dresses and the shoes are so pretty! Happy Easter.

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  13. Both are beautiful! I love the dress and the shoes are fabulous! I could totally see those with white jeans!

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  14. I have that pattern and really want to make it. You are a knock-out in this one! Happy Resurrection Sunday! The New Look dress came out really well too. Too cute!

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  15. In a word, "Gorgeous!" Lovely color on you and those shoes...match perfectly. Your daughter is so pretty in that striking pose as you both coordinate with each other very well. Thanks for the info on the pattern too...I have it but have not decided on the fabric yet.

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  16. I love the dress on you! Beautiful color and style. The shoes are a perfect match right down to the fuchsia polish on your toe nails. Your daughter is cute! Her dress is adorable.

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  17. You are both gorgeous.Those heels are just perfect for the dress and your girl is adorable

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  18. I love both of your dresses, your little girl is just adorable it's so cute how she poses for the camera:)

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  19. Happy Easter to you and the family. I love your dress and congrats on the shoes. Little miss is a real hit in her new dress.

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  20. You and your little girl are both dressed beautifully for a special day. Love the colors. Oh and those shoeos--wow!

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  21. You both look lovely in hot pink! Both the dresses are super cute! Happy Easter to you as well.

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  22. You both look beautiful! Your daughter is adorable!

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  23. Love your dress and your daughter's as well. You both look so great. And fantastic color.

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  24. Love the neckline on your Vogue, not to mention that bright color!

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  25. You guys look so pretty! Great work on the dresses. I am in love with that Vogue dress!

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  26. You both look beautiful I love the Vogue dress and the colour is gorgeous on you .

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  27. Fantastic Color and I love this dress!! Your daughter is sooo adorable! Great dress too!

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  28. Two stunning ladies in pink! Both dresses are gorgeous and I do love your shoes too.

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  29. And A happy Easter to you! I look forward to meeting you in Heaven one day!
    And look at the pair of you! How gorgeous are those dresses! Nicely done, Victoria!

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  30. Beautiful dresses! So vibrant and happy, perfect for the Resurrection!

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