I used size 12 because I used a more stretchy knit than the pattern calls for (the pattern calls for Moderate Stretch Knits). I had to narrow the arm holes and the waist quite a bit to get the right shape for me. So I probably would have been better off using a size 10.
I actually made the mistake of cutting the pattern at the tunic length instead of the dress length. Oh well! It will look fine with leggings and jeggings and skinny pants.
I love this pattern. It is easy and quick to sew and very versatile. Highly recommended! I debated whether I wanted to add some my own design elements into the dress but I think I'll just add my DIY jewelry, belts, etc to the dress instead.
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| I was too lazy to put on leggings for this photo but will definitely be wearing leggings/jeggings with this dress/tunic. |
UPDATE: 2014.11.20 -
I wore this dress the day after I made it with a long sleeves t-shirt and jeggings. This was how it looked as a tunic:
It's funny that the same garment looks so different as a tunic than a dress!
Tit looks really cute - but could you add a. Band at the hem to make it dress length . I had to do that on a cotton dress , then added a band to the sleeves too.
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Thanks MaryEllen! I thought about adding a band but in the end I thought since I wear this with leggings, tights and jeggings anyway I would just leave it short.
DeleteI've been thinking about making something similar to this. I love how yours turned out.
ReplyDeleteThanks Beverly for your comment! This is a great simple versatile pattern for a sweater dress. I highly recommend you have a look at this!
DeleteI wondered why your dress was so short - now I know - but it looks great with the leggings and will be nice and warm this way. Maybe it was meant to be :)
ReplyDeleteI think the dress is great to use as a canvas for other things - you will get more wear from it that way.
Thanks Sarah Liz! I think it works well as a tunic - good thing because I wouldn't want all that fabric to go to waste!
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