Whirl away in blue with flowers (another B4790)

[Kaby]

Here is my first stab at the delectable Butterick reissue of their Whirl Away dress.
So much fun to wear and to make- and pretty quick!
I was glad I made it on my Mum's old Singer, which goes much faster than my newish Elna, as it has a lot of long, long seams and hems...
I cut the waist one size larger than the bust, having read quite a few reports of the waist being very narrow, but I probably could have got away with making it all one size.
More info and pics on my blog.
It makes me happy!

[Calsters]

I love how it turned out!  I really like the fabric you used!  Is it a cotton blend?  Looks good! 

[mararara]

I have seriously been eyeing off that pattern since 10th grade (roughly 7 years ago!!!). I always thought it wouldn't fit me properly (having a normal sized waist as opposed to one scraped inwards with a corset), and that it would be way above my skill level - you have, however, convinced me that it's definitely worth a try!
It looks outstanding on you

Well done!

[amyracinrose]

Oh, this is fantastic!  I have an incredibly intense passion for vintage dresses.. the shapes and styles.. mm!

[Mienna]

That dress is very flattering on you and the color looks great! No matter how much I see this dress, I just love it!

[Kaby]

Calsters- thank you! I think it's pure cotton (although I couldn't swear on it- the fabric had been in the shop for 20 years, and had lost it's tag)

mararara- hurrah! I'm so glad you're convinced. Butterick class it as a "Fast and Easy" and I agree with them. There are only 3 pattern pieces! and Thanks!


And thanks Mienna and amyracinrose, also! I'm a sucker for vintage patterns too...

[kitschbitch]

I may have to try my hand at this!

Wonderful job.

 

[Bitter Sweet Girl]

wow... i have to try it. 

[tyskkvinna]

Very nice! I will have to keep an eye out for this pattern.. I adore it!

[marshmellow]

wow that's gorgeous.