Hello everyone,
Is there anyone else who finds sewing pattern’s challenging???? I have a few half completed projects. Simply because I have no idea what the pattern requires. I have to confess some times I am just too ambitious for my sewing skill level. I see a cute pattern and say “oh I have to try and make that”…… only for it to end disastrously…..lol. So instead of taking a negative approach(banning patterns for life)….I decided to ease my way into thing’s.
I will say, that this approach is working well. I didn’t have any angry outburst nor did I feel like a failure. I completed the garment and even made a few small modifications to suit my needs.
For this dress I used New Look Pattern 6298 View D.
I used a jersey knit with a prism square design from GirlCharlee.com for front and sleeve’s similar here and a solid black double knit for my back piece from my local Hancock Fabric’s.
I made the following alterations.
• Used a contrasting fabric for the back.
• I did not add the hem band.
• Had to take in a total of 2″. 1″ at each side seam ( I suggest cutting a size smaller, which should help you avoid dealing with fitting adjustments.)
Skill gained:
Sewed with a twin needle for the first time. Which was very easy and now I wonder…..why have I not been sewing knits this way all along????….lol.
The pattern was very easy to follow and my garment looked as pictured.
Thank you for stopping by.
Until Next Time,
Sewloveable
Ah yes!! I really struggle with patterns!!! Your work looks great- as always!!
Yes….I’m not the only one who struggles with sewing patterns….lol. It feels good to not be alone in this. Than you I always apprecite your support!!! ☺
This dress is beautiful! I love it!
Karen
Thank you!! ☺