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Description
A-line sheath from a 1967 McCall’s pattern. I wore this to a concert/theater production of Beatles’ music performed by a wonderful cover band.
I omitted the facings in favor of using bias to bind the armscyes and neckline. For the back zipper, I used this helpful tutorial using tape to keep the zipper in place while stitching:
http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2011/10/sewing-tips-installing-a-basic-zipper.html
I am planning to make this my “go-to” dress pattern after a few more adjustments. Only two main pattern pieces, front and back,if I do not include the optional collar and facings.
more pics:
“blogged”: http://groovy60ssewing.blogspot.com/2012/10/abbey-rhodes-pinky-lane-and-fine-fab.html
Material Notes
Cotton woven with little stretch
Difficulty
Novice
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Oct 8, 2012, 04.11 PMby Mary Athey
Another fab dress and what an amazing print fabric. its lovely.on you and i.d love that vintage pattern.just groovy baby lol x
Oct 8, 2012, 01.07 PMby safiab123
Hi heatherrique, Still no message in my inbox… Will let you know when it comes- Thank you Saf.
Oct 8, 2012, 09.42 AMby quiltsewsewsue
Lovely fabric – suits you well as do the soft gathers at the neckline.
Oct 8, 2012, 12.58 AMby safiab123
Love the print,,, it’s a pattern that fits you well once again,,,, love love the neck line,- lwould love to make it for myself… Did some research, can’t locate a size 10 Any ideas for me? Thank you Saf.
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Oct 8, 2012, 01.49 AMby heatherrique
Thank you, saf! I just sent you a message via your Burda Style inbox.