Simplicity 3831

Does this count as a TNT pattern if it's the second time I've used it? This is a pretty good dress for free. I ordered the fabric online and when it came it had a huge white streak throughout the entire length of the yardage. Luckily without too much trouble they let me have this and sent a replacement fabric (different because they were out of this). So, I had to squeeze in this pattern and did not get the ideal placement of the design in the fabric.

Next time I sew fabric with a nap, I need to remember that I like it with the nap up, because it has a richer color. On this dress it is down when you pet it.

Did you notice my squirrel friend chowing down? We have a whole family of five fat squirrels living in our trees. Can't grow tomatoes because of them, but I like them anyway.

 

McCall's 8032

My last few items I've made have been wearable, but I'm just not thrilled with them.  This pattern does fit nicely, with my normal adjustments, including making the dress longer.

I like that this is a summer print that I can wear in the winter because of the faux suede trim. The sleeve flounce is strange because I decided to fold it in half without adding any width.

 

McCall's 8024

This top is pretty good and it was super easy to make.  I like the cuffs because there is not much fabric by the top of the cuffs and that they fit snug to the wrists. I don't like the wide neck opening and how much fabric there is in the mid-section and bottom.

I would probably use this top as a pattern for the bodice of a dress with an elasticized waist.