MISSES' DRESS: Close-fitting, above mid-knee length, pullover, lined dress has contrast bodice back, seam detail, pleated front and back, side front in-seam pockets and puffed hem.
I never would have chosen this pattern had I not seen gabc's review of it on Pattern Review. She made a lovely version in linen and broderie anglaise as well as a wearable muslin in ikat-print linen.
Since I'm a rectangle, no joke, think Sponge Bob only taller, I made the 18 based on the chest measurement. Fits fine there but it's huge everywhere else to include the straps being waaaay too long. One would needs arms like Michael Phelps to use the pockets they're so low. Arrrgghh.
This pattern has very odd shaped pieces and I have no idea where to make adjustments. I think I'm going to have to get another pattern to see where the lines for a 14 should be. In the meantime, I'll have to rrrrrriiiiiipppp out the seams... even the serged ones. So not my favorite thing to do.
I'm completely bummed.... I finished the lining beautifully and love the fabric. Here's hoping for a salvage!
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