McCall's 6844 Cardigan

McCall's 6844 Cardigan

This is one of McCall's new fall patterns.  As soon as I saw it, I wanted it.  Here's a photo of it for reference:

 That back view is for View C.  It is a close fitting cardigan.



Here's my version:

My version is obviously not as fitted but I like it anyway - I can wear a light sweater or long sleeve underneath it.  I cut the medium.  I am going to make another in a different color and I'm debating whether I should cut a small.
This was a very quick and easy pattern to sew.  I didn't make any alterations.  I have to say - I'm very pleased with it.  The instructions are simple and straight forward.  I didn't really use them but I followed Mimi's suggestion of sewing the sleeves in flat - here's a link: http://www.lowpricefabric.blogspot.com/2013/10/mimi-g-pattern-review-diy-steps.html#.UmwbMPmsim4.   Coincidentally, I had black and cream fabric so it ended up looking similar to hers.  I highly recommend this pattern!

I am going to make a few more in a few different colors.  There are other variations for this pattern but I like the peplum dipping at the back.  Gives it a little more oomph!

I used a soft double knit from Fabric.com.  They had a 40% off knit sale about a week or two ago and I ordered a bunch of double knits.
I have a camel color double knit that I want to make up in this pattern - stay tuned - the fabric is already laying on the table waiting to be cut.  I have to hurry before the cats think I laid out the fabric for them to sleep on...

New Look 6123 - Dress

I made New Look 6123:

I really enjoyed sewing this one.  I used a double knit fabric which is a dream to sew and super comfy to wear.  I made my dress sleeveless for cardi's and jackets.  I didn't make any adjustments but next time, I will leave the zipper out (in the back) if I use double knit again and I will make the back a little narrower.  It's got slight gaping at the neckline in the back but my hair is long and it covers it.  Not worried about it right now.  Here's my look:

Pretty simple - from the pleats on the side to finishing up the edges (I used self fabric bias) and a blind stitch hem - I finished it within a few hours over a weekend.  I think I'll make another in black very soon.

Here's my review:

Pattern Description: Dress pattern 

Pattern Sizing: 8-18, I cut a straight size 14

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 - they were simple and easy to follow

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
No dislikes - I liked that the pattern is simple and has different dress options.

Fabric Used:
Even though it doesn't recommend double knit, I used a double knit from Fabric.com. I went with double knit after seeing Mimi G used double knit. I also read that most patterns that call for woven fabrics can be made up with double knit. 



Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I didn't make any alterations or patterns changes with this dress. Pretty happy with the fit although I would have liked it to be a little more fitted. Next time, if I use a double knit, I will leave the back zipper out since the neckline is wide enough to pull over the body.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes and yes!
Conclusion: This is the first time I used this pattern and I'm not sure why I waited so long. It's a great pattern and I want to make more using the other options.