Vogue 8354
I have these two pics saved on my desktop because I loved the neckline on them. I wanted to incorporate something like this in my wardrobe and I ran across this Vogue pattern:
This pattern has a little bit of a vintage feel to it without it being TOO vintage if that makes any sense. I've had this pattern FOREVER. It's now OOP.
Pattern Description: Scoop neck top has front button closure. A: gathered short sleeve, sleeve facing, purchased belt. B: three-quarter length sleeve, grosgrain ribbon waist tie. Skirt C has waist facing, back zipper closure and back slit.
Pattern Sizing: 14-16
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes very easy. I read over them before I got started then just glanced over them as I was making the jacket.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love everything about it.
Fabric Used: Poplin for the skirt and pique for the jacket
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I cut about 4 inches off the skirt. The original skirt length was very unflattering. It hit me right under my calf muscle. YUCK!
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I won't sew this again, but I'm going to wear it out. I love it. I recommend it if this is your style and if you can find it.
Conclusion: This was a great pattern. I wanted something that I could wear to church and this really fit the bill. IMO.
Here are some additional pictures:
This fabric is extra special because my mom gave it to me. Well, what actaully happend is she said we were together when she bought it but I don't remember that. She said I didn't like it. Don't remember that either lol. I begged her to let me have this fabric for almost two years. She would NOT budge.She finally took it and cut out whatever pattern she was going to use it for and gave me the left overs lol. Now I have a cute skirt and her stuff is still cut out on her table! LOL
Nancy/ 29.03.2011
I like your version much better. When I looked at the white one, I thought of medical scrubs. Your version is both cute and chic! I could see a sleeveless version of this too!
Vonne/ 29.03.2011
Love-Love this outfit Adrienne !!! The fabrics, colours and style all combine to make a WOW effect !! One day when I visit the US again ( Disneyland :o), I am going to find your fabric haunts :o) You always find gorgeous fabrics.
Vanessa/ 29.03.2011
Pretty shirt!
Jenny/ 29.03.2011
Seriously cute. I love it in white! You look great.
Serenity/ 29.03.2011
Thanks for posting this while vogue patterns are still on sale!!!!!
Regina/ 29.03.2011
Adrienne, You look great in this outfit. I like the neckline, pleated sleeves and princess seams on the jacket. The material you used for the skirt is very nice.
Carolyn/ 29.03.2011
What a beautiful outfit!!!
dd/ 29.03.2011
I love the neckline on this!!! I am making a black and white skirt as we speak. Yours looks great.
Nik/ 29.03.2011
You look very elegant, my dear.
Kim/ 29.03.2011
fabulous as usual!
Angela/ 29.03.2011
Oh very nice! Love the fabric, too! Hehe.. what a fantastic outfit!
Jackie/ 29.03.2011
Very cute outfit! It must be warm in your city already.
Jenny/ 29.03.2011
Very classy outfit! Well done. Butterick 5169 [year 2008] is a dead ringer for this BTW!!
Tyna/ 29.03.2011
Adrienne, your outfit is very elegant. Very polished. Tyna
Jada/ 29.03.2011
Mothers are wonderful!!!! That is so cute on you. I love that neckline too.
Amninat/ 29.03.2011
What a beautiful outfit…great job
allisonc/ 29.03.2011
What a really great outfit, and I think you could dress each piece down as well for more looks. Can’t believe you almost lost the skirt fabric, it’s gorgeous!
Roz/ 29.03.2011
You did an excellent job sewing this! Really looks great. And congrats on the new arrival to the family.
SherryV/ 29.03.2011
Omigosh, what a beautiful fit and excellent style choice! This is wonderful!!
opal/ 29.03.2011
Wow! Pretty outfit. Love the style and your choice of fabric.
majormusthaves/ 29.03.2011
It’s so beautiful. You did a great job!
Kimberly/ 29.03.2011
Congratulations, Auntie!!! I really like the shirt.
Brenda/ 30.03.2011
Lovely suit. I too have this pattern and pull it out each year (never did anything) lol! Your fabric choices are so nice.
Omega/ 30.03.2011
I love your outfit! I especially love the skirt fabric! Gorgeous!
Cennetta/ 30.03.2011
Very pretty outfit. Perfect for spring.
Kisha/ 31.03.2011
Ahhh very cute outfit..gotta tell ya something about the skirt fabric:)
Cheryl Stephens/ 31.03.2011
stunning!! love it!
Myra/ 01.04.2011
I agree with everyone here…this is the perfect outfit! Absolutely beautiful!
Tany/ 02.04.2011
I LOVE IT!!! That neckline shape is so flattering on you!
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