Hi All! Summer is in full bloom here in Oregon, with blue skies and sunshine, the perfect start to my vacation. I thought I’d show one last addition to my travel wardrobe before heading out for a couple of weeks. Yes, I have alot of clothes (LOL) but wouldn’t you know it? At the last minute, I decided I NEEDED one more dress. In a frenzy, I grabbed some fabric from my stash, a bit of lace, and a New Look pattern. Here’s the result.
This sheath is New Look 6429, a dress I wanted to sew the minute I saw it in the catalog. With the options to add an inset or a cut out, this pattern was on my ‘must have’ list right away. I love the raglan sleeves and the great neckline.
I chose view C, because I can never pass up an opportunity to add a lace inset.
The pattern went together quickly and easily, but be forewarned. The sizing is really (!!) generous. I had to take seams in everywhere. This is one occasion when sewing a quick muslin wouldn’t have hurt, but as you all know, I don’t have the patience to take this extra step, and here’s the price I pay for it. An easy sew turned into a bit of a project because I had to fuss around with fit.
The fabric I used is a cotton with a very, very slight stretch. The pattern is designed for wovens and stretch is not required, but I love just a little bit of stretch when I want a dress to be super comfortable, as is the case when I travel. If a dress can’t be worn all day, it doesn’t make the cut, you know?
I love this dress, and am so glad I found the time to squeeze in one more make as I know this will get alot of wear.
I’ll be away from my sewing machine for a few weeks, which makes me a little said. The good news? My stash has shrunk a bit over the last few months, making room for some new vacation purchases. I hope I’ll have some interesting finds to share when I return.
I hope your summer sewing is progressing nicely and that you’re enjoying some great weather. Happy sewing and thanks for stopping by!
I like that you’re enriching your bleu collection and how perfectly the lace found it’s place in this dress!
Thanks for noticing how well it fits with the rest of my blue capsule wardrobe, lol. Will I get sick of that color on my trip? Only time will tell!
Cute! I have that pattern, too, and I’m looking forward to making it. I think I’ll go with the cut out version like on the cover photo. Have a great time on your vacation and I hope you score some new fabric!
Thanks! I love the cut out version too, and can’t wait to see yours. I’m pretty eager to shop so I’m sure the fabric will find me…
I love the blue! I didn’t notice that the pattern had a choice for a lace insert. I like that one the best! Have a happy holiday! Take an extra empty suitcase to bring back all your new fabric!
Thanks! I can always buy another suitcase too if I have too much 🙂
Ok, now stop. I totally poo-poo inserts and now I want this pattern. You are evil!
Just had to do something with that piece of lace in my stash, you know? I forget about New Look patterns sometimes, but this one reminded me how well they go together. I should give more of them a go, you know?
My goto summer blouse pattern is a newlook- they surprise ya!
Great choice of fabrics! The inset is a great detail. I scored a piece of wax print fabric thrifting that would work well with a detail like this. More reasons to use lace!
Thanks! Sounds like you have something fabulous planned for your great fabric..can’t wait to see it!
Love it! I like this version best of those I’ve seen out there. If you can, check out an old vintage Simplicity 6503. It’s a shift dress with cute cut outs that I can see you making.
Thanks! I’ve worn this dress twice and it’s super comfortable. I’ll check out that vintage Simplicity pattern. It sounds interesting!