My last make of 2011: Jalie 3024. I've been eyeing this pattern awhile, partly because I've been wanting to try a Jalie pattern and partly because I've been looking for a knit dress pattern with options, since I think it's
pretty much the perfect garment—comfy, stylish, quick to make, easy to pack and easy to launder.
This pattern is described as a fitted empire-waist knit dress with waist inset and choice of 3 upper bodices/necklines: boatneck with short kimono sleeve, sleeveless crossover neckline with visible binding, and sleeveless scoopneck with visible binding. A flounce can also be sewn to the hem.
Though they say a Little Black Dress can be a gal's perfect wardrobe companion, I've been thinking about an appropriate equivalent for me. Black is too formal for most occasions, most of my environments are casual and I wanted something I could wear in all seasons. Here in Hawaii, through the sun and rain, and bundled up on the mainland with tights and scarves and things. So I whipped this up with 1-1/4yards of a navy terry for versatility, though I've got more fun options planned for spring (purple with flounce! boatneck stripes!).
It came together in one sitting. Love the clean, visible binding. And I've worn it lots!
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| To work: Jumper, scarf, tights and brogues. |
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| To work: Cardigan, cowl, tights and boots. |
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| Around the house: Hoodie and house slippers. This is about what I'm wearing as I type this, except I'm wearing flip flops. |
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| To Christmas dinner: Cardigan, cowl, beret, tights and mary janes. |
Love this pattern, highly recommended. A note to more curvy gals, though: The pattern is identical front and back—perfect for my rectangular shape but may be problematic on others.
Happy sewing!
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You are so cute!! I love all your outfit looks, but the last one with that beret is adorable! You need to bust out the beret more often!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great dress! I'm going to be sewing a knit one, too. I downloaded this free pattern: http://yourstylerocks.com/patterns/archive.php?pattern_id=6 I'm thinking of making it in red.
I love the last outfit. So fun! I've recently been thinking about the things I sew and wear the most- and knit dresses are high up there. I like that pattern a lot. It really does look like a great basic with options. I'll have to look that one up.
ReplyDeleteWow, it is versatile! I think I need it. You looks adorable in all the outfits, but I love the one with the hoodie and house slippers
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Jersey dresses are my absolute go-tos for getting dressed, too! And I love how the pattern has multiple bodice options!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you've been wearing your new dress out and about a lot of times already. I really like all those different outfits, the navy is so versatile and pretty!
So nice and so versatile! well done Ali. I love the outfit where you are wearing glasses.
ReplyDeleteYou are still the knit queen! Just how practical and flattering are such dresses? Thank you for reminding me. It looks great in so many different outfits- super interesting to see it being put through its paces. I think my next make could be a knit dress ..... In fact you might have sealed it! Thank you :-)
ReplyDeleteYay! What a cute dress. Jalie patterns seem to be a hit. I love almost every one I've seen made up. I wonder if it's the knit? Anyway, you look great!
ReplyDeleteAlso, there's a discussion going on in the Sew Weekly community about a possible meet up later in the month. If you're a member, check it out and add your two cents:
http://circle.sewweekly.com/forum/topics/bay-area-california-meetup
If you're not a member but would like to meet up with other sewers, let me know and I'll keep you filled in.
Oooh, this is gorgeous! Looks fab on you, and I love the different ways you've worn it.
ReplyDeleteoh you look fantastic in that dress and are such a cutie with your styling too!!
ReplyDeleteI've been wondering about that dress since it came out. Looks great, and versatile is so, so, so awesome! I wish it were warm enough here that I could stand the thought of wearing dresses...
ReplyDeletePerfect, in so many ways. It looks fab, its a knit, it can be summer/winter/fancy/'slouchy' and everything in between. OK put it on the list of Jalies to buy already.
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