Butterick 6731<\/a>, was an easy sew, with a few minor changes. I shortened the body by 1\/2″, and did not shorten the sleeves at all. I raised the point of the V-neck by nearly an inch for modesty’s sake. I also narrowed the neckline and the center back by 1\/4″ each. The biggest changes were with the back darts – I found them extremely long so pinned them in to test it out, as I did not think this fabric would appreciate any stitch unpicking. I ended up shortening the upper point by one inch and raising the lower points by 4 inches. Because of the extra room created across the hip by this, I also omitted the side zip. I basted that side seam and tried it on to see if it would go on without a zip and it was very easy to do as long as I had the front ties untied.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/sewing.patternreview.com\/images\/thumbnails\/pattern\/188276\/photo3.jpg\")
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I added a lightly gathered skirt, using a pattern from my stash, Simplicity 1542. I had to alter this as well; first to add some length to it (3.5″) and secondly, recutting the waistband as\u00a0 it is designed to sit 1.5″ below the natural waist — I prefer my skirts at my natural waist so changed it to fit at that point.<\/p>\n
I added a side seam pocket to the right side of the skirt as well – the left side has the zip. I’m right handed so the right pocket is the main one I use anyhow! I am really happy with how these pieces work together and look like a dress but have versatility to work as separates as well. The print is so bright and springlike, and those little puff sleeves are just right in this drapey fabric! It’s a fun outfit that made me happy when I wore it today in spring-like weather.<\/p>\n
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My latest project is a little different for me – instead of a dress, I made separates! Now I have two pieces that I can wear together for the dress feeling, or break apart to wear in other combos.<\/p>\n
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