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Tuesday 17 February 2015

McCalls 6319 Dress Times Two

Another repeat of a favourite pattern.  I have a trip to Australia coming up to see friends and family and I wanted to make some new things for it.  Although it looks like it is going to be warmer in Hong Kong than Aus so I might get more wear out of the cardigan from my last post than these dresses - oh well at least I am getting a head start for summer!



I've made this dress twice before so there isn't a lot more to say.  It is an easy pattern and again I made view A (the white one on the pattern envelope) even easier by leaving off the shoulder zipper and not lining the bodice.  I like the zip detail, I can just never find a nice one in the right length, but even if I added it I don't think I would make it functional, this dress goes on over the head easily.

My last version used a border print so I had to modify the skirt to keep a straight hem, but for these versions I went with the original pattern.  These are size 12, with 3cm length added to the bodice at the shorten/lengthen lines marked on the pattern as it seems a bit short otherwise to get the blousing effect shown.

This version is in a snakeprint jersey which I found at the street market in Sham Shui Po.  It has an ombre effect from pale grey at the top through beige and into a darker brown that is a bit difficult to see in the dressform photos.




This second version is in a very loud swirly print that a friend got me from the fabric market in Shanghai. The fabric is on the thin side so I lined the skirt in a very lightweight sheer knit, it's just enough to make sure the skirt isn't see through (I think and hope!).  I had a go at keeping the pattern broadly matched across the waist seam, more successfully in the back than the front.





I already know that these will get worn a lot, the style and prints make these two really versatile and easy to dress up or down.  This is a knit dress that can easily be made in a few hours, I really recommend it and I'm sure these won't be my last.


25 comments:

  1. They look fab - and so easy to pack and wear.

    I've got a RTW dress that's the same kind and was thinking of looking for a similar pattern. The pattern looks very similar so am going to order it today.

    Thanks so much. Hope you have a wonderful time in Australia...

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  2. Both dresses will be great for our weather at the moment. I'm thrilled you're visiting!!!

    Woo hoo.

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  3. I love these - and I especially love the vivid coloured swirls. Gorgeous!

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  4. Perfect dresses, just bring a cardi!

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  5. Great dresses in wwonderful prints.

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  6. Another pattern in my stash that I have never sewn. Fantastic looking dress on you. And how great that it is a quick sew project.

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  7. Gorgeous fabrics for 2 gorgeous dresses. Great job as usual! I have that pattern but never got around to making it.

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  8. Gorgeous fabrics for 2 gorgeous dresses. Great job as usual! I have that pattern but never got around to making it.

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  9. Both dresses are fabulous!!! Love them!

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  10. Both dresses are lovely, Allison.

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  11. Both dresses are terrific, Allison. But I must add that the snake print is super flattering with its vertical pattern running down the center front, and the coloring is flattering on you, as well.

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  12. Fantastic looking dresses and the weather has gone back to summer so I'm sure you will get some wear. So glad you are visiting Sydney!

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  13. Both dresses are fabulous but I love a good animal print and that one is delicious! Enjoy your trip to Aus... I don't suppose your coming anywhere near Toowoomba! :)

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  14. These two dress are lovely ! I didn't know this pattern.

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  15. What a great pair of dresses! Isn't it fun how different fabric is enough to create two completely different looks. Enjoy your trip!

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  16. Both versions are great -- love the prints! Have a great trip!

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  17. They are both great versions of a TNT pattern! I really like the swirly print version! Hope you get to wear them on your vacay.

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  18. beautiful prints and dresses and I liked how you lined it.

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  19. You've had good value from this pattern. I love the snake print.

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  20. Muito bom eu amei !!!

    http://maechegouvisita.blogspot.com.br/

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  21. The fabric choices are lovely! I'm a big fan of swirly print on this dress.

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  22. Love these! Simple, but they really let the fabric shine.

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