I finally buckled down and finished the last few bits of this sundress. I used some poppy printed cotton and New Look #6774 which has you pick the elements of the dress you want in a frankensteiny way. I used D, J, K and L (I think). Note: I would not recommend the curved straps for beginner sewers, as they're a bit awkward to manage.
Of course I didn't sew it up the way they wanted and to confuse matters further I used an invisible zipper which has different installation needs. I ended up having to sew the front bodice facing in by hand, which as you know, means the dress won that particular battle.
I think it just needs a stitch at the boob crossover so I don't flash the masses, not that there's anything wrong with that...Summer sewing is kinda like potato chips, can't stop with one.
It's wonderful, Sil!
It would be better with a head and all, but still... Wonderful!
Posted by: Cookie | July 21, 2009 at 01:50 PM
So pretty! Thanks for the pattern review, too.
Posted by: ann | July 21, 2009 at 02:06 PM
Lovely dress!! You are so right about summer sewing. I can't stop.
Posted by: JudithinNYC | July 21, 2009 at 06:42 PM
So cute! Sadly, not so much need for summer dresses here....summer is passing by with no really nice weather. :(
Posted by: claudia | July 22, 2009 at 06:13 AM
Another cute dress! Our summer is staying unusually cool so there's not much opportunity for really summery clothes.
Posted by: technikat | July 22, 2009 at 06:49 AM
Love the gathers. And yes, those curved straps are a pain to sew but the fit is so much better. Well worth it.
What's the fabric? Pretty.
Posted by: Sylvia | July 22, 2009 at 09:42 AM
Love the dress! Perfect for summer.
Posted by: melissa | July 22, 2009 at 01:12 PM
It turned out great! Love the fabric you used too.
Posted by: monica | July 22, 2009 at 08:04 PM
ooh, this is so cute! I have this pattern - I'm glad to get your input on it.
Posted by: Carrie | July 23, 2009 at 06:42 AM