Butterick 5641: Finally made it.

I've had this pattern in my stash for quite sometime, and finally decided to make it up for Easter.  

Butterick 5641

I looked at a couple of blogs to see what others thoughts were on the pattern.  The neckline sits right at the edge of the shoulders. 

I had a border print, that I found at Colorado Fabrics in Denver.  Its been in my stash for a while now, and I thought this would be the perfect pattern.

Of course with this being a white dress I had to do a full lining of the dress (The pattern calls for you to only put lining in the bodice).

I thought I'd play around with my camera remote a try and see how the photos come out: 

First shot using remote

Playing with the hem

Back View

Thought I'd try to spin around like my Granddaughter!

Pattern Description:

Lined bodice dress is fitted through the bustline and close-fitting at waistline

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? 

Yes, the dress looked like pattern

Were the instructions easy to follow?

 Yes.  I read thru the instructions, and made some minor tweeks because I did a fully lined dress. 

 

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

I love this dress, and got numerous compliments.  For the average seamstress, I recommend that you  pay close to attention to the attachment of the collar band, take care to make sure that the two pieces meet closely/correctly at the center front.

Fabric Used:

Fabric similar to cotton batiste 

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

I did my usually lengthening at the hemline (additional 6 inches), added 3/4" at waistline, and some alterations in the bust area.  

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?

Yes!  I've already done so in a navy border print (posting coming soon)

Conclusion: 

I love the fit and cut of this dress!.  I received numerous compliments the first time I wore it.  Just be aware that the neckline sits just on the edge of the shoulders.  I found it easier to wear a strapless bra.