Hey Loves!
I'm excited to share this dress with you. I tried Creative Kids Couture patterns a few years ago for a kid's blazer. It turned out great. So, when I went searching for a plus sized mermaid pattern and CKC popped up in the search, I decided to give it a try. I was not let down.
The entire dress is lined except for the sleeves. I had to add an extra 3 inches to the end of the dress body. My friend asked me to make a deep cold shoulder and bell to the sleeves. I also opted to not add a band to the neckline. I prefer to just attach the lining at the neckline and understitching the facing to the lining.
She loved it. Her smile shows it.
Here's my review:
If you're looking for a pattern that can be used for many sizes and altered to make many styles, this is the one for you.
Until next time, Smooches!
DJ
I'm excited to share this dress with you. I tried Creative Kids Couture patterns a few years ago for a kid's blazer. It turned out great. So, when I went searching for a plus sized mermaid pattern and CKC popped up in the search, I decided to give it a try. I was not let down.
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| CKC Patterns Faryn Fabric from Joann Fabrics |
She loved it. Her smile shows it.
Here's my review:
- Pattern Description: Women’s and maternity gown, dress and skirt perfect for all occasions such as prom, pageants, costumes, holiday parties, weddings, or work! Faryn’s includes two skirt options including a short and long mermaid circle skirt, optional lace overlay, optional bodice ruffle as well as three sleeve length options! Instructions include optional invisible zipper and tulle skirt.
- Pattern Sizing: XXS-4X
- Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, but I made a few alterations.
- Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes.
- What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Very easy to put together pattern with many variations. The sizing was great. I love the size range.
- Fabric Used: Silver Metallic knit (64% Nylon & 36% Metallic) for outer. White knit (100% Polyester) for the lining. Both from JoAnn Fabrics.
- Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I added deep cold shoulder cut out and a flare sleeve bottom.
- Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I will sew it again. It was easy. It's a great base pattern for making alterations.
- Conclusion: Really good indie pattern with easy to follow directions and great sizing. I love that it offers a maternity option, but I'm glad I won't have to use it for myself!
Until next time, Smooches!
DJ
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