Violette Field Threads Bridgette Pattern Review

Just a little review of the dress that I made for my nieces Birthday :)

 

Pattern Description:

Discription from Violette Field Threads.

Bridgette is sweet as a cupcake!! Bridgette features a tailored one shoulder bodice and a full gorgeous three layer skirt. The skirt is made from either cotton, silk or beautiful applique tulle. It closes with a side zipper and pretty waist sash with a wide front side bow. It has plenty of twirl and wow factor while still be suitable for ones new to sewing! 

 

  

Pattern Sizing:

Sizes: 2-10 years

 

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

Yes very much so.

 

Were the instructions easy to follow?

Always... ANYONE can make a Violette Field Threads pattern. They are awesome at giving directions.

 

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

I love everything about the pattern. Ive made 3 so far. The only part it dont like is attaching the belt. I close it and keep it detachable.

 

Fabric Used

 

Chiffon and tulle from Joanns

 and Nylon chiffon from afc-express

 

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

None, just measure the child as suggested and it will be perfect.

 

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

I see myself making a few more of these. my girls love them and my neices seem pretty happy about them too. If you have never sewn a Violette Field Threads pattern... I suggest you run not walk to them lol. They have classic timelss designs that I use for every gift ive given so far.

 

Conclusion:

Nothing but great things about the pattern and the way it was written. Ive used several of their patterns and continue to use them over and over.

 

 

Thanks for checking out my review

Happy Sewing

Vintage Simplicity 1292 Pattern and Review

 

Simplicity Description:

Child's One Piece Dress and Jumper

Both dress and jumper feature an circular skirt and back button closing. Dress has short sleeves with rick rack trim on skirt and contrasting collar and cuffs. Jumper may be worn over the dress or by itself. It has a v shaped neckline; back neckline is rounded. Shaped pockets are sewn to skirt front. Tie ends, view 1, fasten in the back.

Pattern Sizing:

Size two but fits like a 3t

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

Yes it did but different. ;)

Were the instructions easy to follow?

Not so, I struggled with the button back and threw it in my frustration pile for over a year. I winged it and made it my own way. Not sure if I followed directions. Made other changes to construction as well to cuff attachment. Apparently I put the peter pan collar on crooked too but I was not about to take it out.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

I was so frustrated with this project at first and let it sit for a while. Luckily the size ran larger than I thought and fit my daughter perfectly.  

Fabric Used:

Stretch cotton poplin from my fave place Girl Charlee. Which is no longer available.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

The cuff called for bias binding but instead I attached it to the wrong side, understiched it to the sleeve, folded it to the right side and then pressed it. I omited the rick rack. Ew!

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

Don't feel like I need another one even though she looks like a cutie out of Modcloth. Wish I had some funky retro glasses for the pics. Pattern is up for sale if anyone is interested in giving it a shot. Just email me for deets.

Conclusion:

In the end I feel like and experienced seamstress would do better than a beginner with this. Thankfully I had learned something during the year that it was sitting on the shelf and was able to complete it.

Thanks for checking out my review. Happy sewing!! ;)

 

 

New Comfy Knit Dress

While browsing around blogland I came across this awesome tutorial and blog by Little Big Girls Studio. She has a tutorial for the cutest little comfy knit dress. The bodice is available to download in a 2t-3t and is easily adaptable to a larger size if needed. It makes up fast and I want to make a dozen more because they are so easy to just put on and go. Go check out her blog here.

Fabric was from my stash bought at Girl Charlee. Isn't my Leia Pea soo sweet?!