As I ventured back into sewing and lurking so many peoples blogs I stumbled across The Curvy Sewing Collective. What a wonderful group of ladies to covet! They have open my eyes up to so many different indy companies it just blows my mind. There is so much positivity going on regarding sewing and fitting your curves that do not fit the "standards" set by the fashion industry.
Everyone loves a great fit and to really get you inspired they hosted their first sew along featuring the classic wrap dress! So how can I not participate?! I know with a wrap dress it's would be a no brainer.
Fabric, check. Pattern, check, Thread, check. Jersey Point needle, check. I chose Vogue 8379 wrap dress. This really is a true wrap dress and I love it. I sewed View A in a ITY knit that I purchase from Fabric Mart and it has a really nice drape. It stitch it up in a Size 18 and it stitched up beautifully. I was able to get my pictures posted today.
Here it is.....
I love the print pattern of the this knit. It sews up like a dream too.
Yes, I love my new dress. I can't wait to make View B in a print with fall colors and long sleeves, This was really fun to participate in. Thanks ladies!
Sewing and Knitting and loving everything about it
Here it is.....
Yes, I love my new dress. I can't wait to make View B in a print with fall colors and long sleeves, This was really fun to participate in. Thanks ladies!
Sewing and Knitting and loving everything about it
Oh wow! That is a fabulous dress on you! It was made for you! (Well, literally, but you know what I mean, lol!) i'm going to make the long sleeve & collar version next, too! You don't look like you had the same trouble with the neck gaping that I ha
ReplyDeleteHi Nita, I really love the way the dress turned out. It has been a while since I even made a dress! I didn't have any problems with the facing and sewed but I did like you and adjusted the strap. When I sewed the bodice and added the strap I wanted to make sure it lay flat when I crossed it over so I moved the strap up an inch from where the pattern "suggested" and then finished the rest of the dress. Even my son said the dress looked nice on me.
DeleteOops...that I had. Did you do the facing/interfacing route like the pattern called for or did you do Jenny's version and do a t-shirt edging instead? I faced mine.
ReplyDeleteIn regards to the t-shirt edging I might try that on the dress when I make the long sleeve version, will see. I know I am going to shorten it and make it a wrap top.
DeleteI love your dress!! You look amazing in it. I like sewing ITY knit as well. There seem to be so many cool and interesting prints in ITY,
ReplyDeleteThanks Vanessa. It really does fit me well and I can't want to make more. I think what made it easy for me was the walking foot. It worked like a dream and with the over edge foot it stitched up beautifully.
DeleteThis dress looks lovely on you! Great color and fabric! PS I still didn't start on my skirt, I'm too busy with my doll room and making the doll house, I just bought a skirt instead LOL. Hugs xx
ReplyDeleteThe fabric was a dream to work. I hope to make some leggings for my Dollie when I get a chance. Just remember if you ever want me to send you copies of a pattern let me know.
DeleteSabrina, I really love this dress. It looks wonderful on you, and that fabric is just beautiful. I sewed V8784 for my wrapalong dress, but it looks like the two are very similar.
ReplyDeleteThank you and thanks for stopping by. I don't have a serger just yet but I love my walking foot attachment. This dress was a dream to stitch up. I was going to get pattern V8784 but Joanne's didn't have any in the cabinet so I selected this one and boy I'm glad I did. The wrap dress is flattering on everyone.
DeleteI love your wrap dress. Really looks pretty on you.. Great fabric too.. Happy sewing.
ReplyDeleteI really loved they way this dress came together for me. Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by.
DeleteI absolutely love this dress on you. You look good in the colors and this style.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
Thanks! The colors in this knit really are gorgeous. I was looking for something in purple and this one spoke the loudest. Thanks for stopping by.
DeleteThis is so gorgeous, Sabrina! :) You look so pretty!
ReplyDeleteThank you but I'm still blown away by yours! That is such a Diva dress and you are rocking itI
DeleteHello Ms. Dotson,
ReplyDeleteYour dress makes me rethink a KNIT wrap-a-round. My protruding tummy and bum have always excluded me from even THINKING about making, let alone wearing one.
You done good,girl. Nice eye candy.
Cheers,
Lyric
http://www.sewlyricallyvintage.wordpress.com
Thank you! This is such a timeless style and a must have. If you sew this dress you will not be disappointed at all all.
DeleteIt was my first sew along too! Your dress is gorgeous and you look fab in it! Can't wait to see your next version!
ReplyDeleteThank you. As newbies I think we rocked it. I have plans to make another one by the end of the month. I really enjoyed participating.
DeleteHey Sabrina - I love this! Can you get in contact with me at cashmerette@gmail.com? thanks! Jenny
ReplyDeleteHi Jenny, thanks for stopping by. I sent you an email as well. My first perfect dress in a long while!!
Deletethat dress is gorgeous on you!! you did an amazing job, the fit is so classic and flattering.
ReplyDeleteThank you Julie. I was really nervous because I haven't sewn in a good while.
DeleteCongratulations! It looks awesome on you. That print is amazing.
ReplyDeleteThank you. I love the print on this knit, the colors just flow together. I have been keeping up with you and couldn't post from work. I can tell you this, if I ever have any issues with coats, zippers and wigan search, you will be my go to person, lol!
DeleteI Really wanted to get this pattern, but felt it wouldn't work with me being as busty as I am. After seeing it on you, I am totally rethinking that decision. This looks fabulous on you and your fabric choice is just beautiful. (I do love blue and white.)
ReplyDeleteI this pattern is definitely one to have. I believe the pleats help with the shaping. It's so easy to sew. I think Vogue are on sale this week Sunday so I hope you snatch it up, you will not disappoint. I really like the blue and white too and I was looking for something with purple but this print spoke to me so I had to get it.
DeleteCongrats on your win! Your dress looks amazing on you!
ReplyDeleteThank you Debbie. I do feel honored and I am still excited so now I need to decide what to purchase, lol!
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