Don't you love it when a pattern and fabric come together perfectly? This is my second version of the vintage reprint Vogue 8728, I love how flattering the gathered bust and how easy it is to put together. The last version I made was too big (even though I followed the finished measurements) so I made this one two sizes smaller. I measured the actual pattern and it was 2 inches bigger than it said it was. This is not the kind of pattern that you would want too much ease!
For this version I used a lightweight rayon with some stretch in a cherry print, from Mood in NYC. I love this Fabric! It's lightweight and silky, but was easy to sew. I used a ballpoint needle in the smallest size I could find, the only difficult part was sewing the skirt to the bodice, it kept wiggling around.
I made this dress for Easter, and it felt very springy. I even ordered a matching belt from Pat's Custom Buttons and Belts. This dress is the perfect blend of vintage and modern, I could even make a third version!
That's really unusual fabric! Love it!!
ReplyDeleteI bet you're very proud!
Bundana
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You are on a definite winner here with this pattern - and just love the cherry fabric!
ReplyDeleteThis looks fantastic on you! What a flattering fit.
ReplyDeleteOooh, so pretty! I'm particularly interested in this one because I recently bought this pattern. I'll definitely be measuring my pattern pieces based on your experience with it!
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely.. I like the neck line. Well done.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty and flattering! This dress is on my ever-increasing list of things to sew, so I'll definitely make a note to check measurements. Looks great!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. It was a great decision to grade down the sizing. It fits like a glove and looks absolutely perfect.
ReplyDeleteReally liking this pattern! Great dress!
ReplyDeleteIt looks lovely, a pattern I might overlook normally, but you have made me reconsider!!
ReplyDeleteHi, this looks great! Did you use the shoulder pads like the directions ask for? I'd love to make this dress, but I'm really not a fan of shoulder pads on me... With pads or without, you really made it work, just lovely!
ReplyDeleteNo shoulder pads for me!
DeleteCool, thanks! I'll give it a shot!
DeleteI just made this pattern and we have similar issues! I needed to make it a couple sizes smaller but LOVE it. Your cherry version is wonderful : )
ReplyDeleteOK...how to ask this politely... I normally have to make a full bust adjustment for the girls. Did you have to do that here? Are you normally able to use the pattern measurements? I have to use high bust and adjust from there. Just wondering as I was hoping to use this for a formal in black with contrast pink silk taffeta in the bust area.
ReplyDeletehi Lady
DeleteI didn't have to do any bust adjustments to this pattern. It runs really big. Your version sounds really cute can't wait to see.