June 7, 2012

YAY!! McCall's M6544

OH!! It turned out SOOOOOO lovely!! I made a couple of adjustments to the pattern and I LOVE how it turned out!!

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Check out the pockets!

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I think adding the eyelet was a good move.

Here's what the pattern views look like.

M6544

I made the view that the little girl is wearing, view C.  But I added the waist band and made the ruffle longer. The pattern calls for using the seam allowance for the elastic casing but I didn't leave enough for that to be possible! LOL But I like it better with the eyelet anyway. ;) I left off the little bow in the front. I didn't think it needed it and if I added one I think I would go with one the same as the pockets.

Here is what the back looks like.

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The only view that calls for contrast is D. I think that's a mistake. The contrast works so much better, especially with the gingham. ;)

Over all it was a VERY easy pattern to follow, not confusing in the least. It was fairly quick to put together. I cut it all out the night before last and started sewing it yesterday afternoon with SEVERAL long breaks! LOL If I were to rate the pattern I would give it 4 out of 5 stars. If they added contrast for all views, left off or adjusted the front bow and had the casing for the middle elastic the way *I* did it ;) I would give it 5 out of 5. LOL Small things but I think they make a difference. ;) I will definitely be making this again and trying all the views.

Today I will start on this.

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Even though I REALLLLLLLY want to start THIS!! LOL

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I am a little intimidated by this one, though.... I have only done buttons once and have never tried a collar like that. Hopefully it won't be too hard to follow and I can learn! ;)

Is it just me or do you think that a lot of patterns are looking more retro or vintage?? Both of the patterns for c1 look very 70's to me. LOL Well, I like it and hope it continues! ;)




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46 comments:

  1. TerrieJune 7, 2012 at 8:07 AM

    So totally cute. You are doing great. I am still looking for the patterns I know I didn't get rid of them unless hubby tossed my box LOL.

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  2. stacysewsandschoolsJune 7, 2012 at 8:24 AM

    Thank you!!!
    And THANK YOU!! LOL
    No rush for the patterns, just take your time. ;) Luckily I hit some sales so I enough to keep me busy for a little while. ;)

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  3. LaVonneJune 7, 2012 at 10:47 AM

    Really like the eyelet trim/contrast with the gingham.

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  4. anne maskellJune 7, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    Stacy, it looks lovely on her! You are right, the eyelet made all the difference. I'm going to check out the pattern myself, and I plan to use the pocket detail on something for my granddaughter. I look forward to seeing more of your creations! Have a great day!

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  5. stacysewsandschoolsJune 7, 2012 at 10:55 AM

    Thank you, LaVonne!! :)

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  6. stacysewsandschoolsJune 7, 2012 at 10:56 AM

    Thank you!!! I just had to add the eyelet with the gingham. They just have to be together. LOL
    Have fun sewing!! :)

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  7. blissfulsewingJune 7, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    Wow!This is awesome,you have great talent!
    www.blissfulsewing.blogspot.com

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  8. stacysewsandschoolsJune 7, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    WOW!!! Thank you SOOO much!!! :)

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  9. LouellaJune 7, 2012 at 9:07 PM

    Stunningly cute outfit on your beautiful model.

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  10. stacysewsandschoolsJune 7, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    Thank you so much!!! :)

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  11. Joni HoltJune 8, 2012 at 4:53 AM

    blog hopper. Great job! Wish I could sew lol

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  12. stacysewsandschoolsJune 8, 2012 at 5:15 AM

    Thanks!!
    It's never too late to learn! ;) I just started in March.

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  13. Judy RobersonJune 8, 2012 at 5:29 AM

    This is darling.It looks so cute your daughter. I love the contrast and the bow on the
    pocket, is adorable..
    Such a great job sewing..

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  14. stacysewsandschoolsJune 8, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    Thank you SOOOO much!! :)

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  15. Myric AndreasenJune 8, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    What a cute summer get-up and your little model is so adorable! Saw you at Show and Tell Friday and I would love if you link-up at link party I am having today
    Have a nice day!

    xo
    Myric

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  16. stacysewsandschoolsJune 8, 2012 at 2:24 PM

    Thank you!!! Headed over there now! :)

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  17. StephanieJune 8, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    This one is adorable, too. Forgot to mention how precious your models are!! :0)

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  18. stacysewsandschoolsJune 8, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    Thank you SOOO much!! :)

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  19. Justine Stafford AbbittJune 9, 2012 at 10:25 PM

    What an adorable jumpsuit! I love the eyelet pockets.

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  20. stacysewsandschoolsJune 9, 2012 at 11:44 PM

    Thank you!! :)

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  21. stacysewsandschoolsJune 9, 2012 at 11:48 PM

    Thank you so much!! :) Eyelet and gingham just have to be together.. Like PB & J! LOL

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  22. KirstinJune 10, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    This is soooooo cute!

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  23. stacysewsandschoolsJune 10, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    Thank you!!! I am planning on doing more in different colors of gingham. LOL Just need more eyelet! ;)

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  24. ShilohJune 12, 2012 at 1:07 PM

    Cuteness! I love gingham, and you're right, that eyelet is fantastic!

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  25. stacysewsandschoolsJune 12, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    Thank you so much!! :)

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  26. ChristineJune 13, 2012 at 6:23 AM

    SOOOO CUTE!!! Love the fabric!

    Thanks for sharing at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!

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  27. StaceyJune 13, 2012 at 6:23 AM

    That turned out adorable!
    Stacey of Embracing Change

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  28. stacysewsandschoolsJune 13, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    Thank you!!! I'm thinking about making a bunch more in different colors of gingham! LOL

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  29. stacysewsandschoolsJune 13, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    Thank you!!! I think it's my favorite thing that I have made so far! LOL

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  30. stacysewsandschoolsJune 13, 2012 at 9:44 AM

    Thank you so much! :)

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  31. simplydonewrightJune 13, 2012 at 10:27 PM

    Such cute patterns... Thanks so much for sharing....

    Carri
    simplydonewright.blogspot.com

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  32. stacysewsandschoolsJune 13, 2012 at 10:37 PM

    Thank you! :)

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  33. creativejewishmom/saraJune 14, 2012 at 2:29 AM

    Great job! thanks so much for sharing on Craft Schooling Sunday!

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  34. stacysewsandschoolsJune 14, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    Thank you very much! :)

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  35. Jessi WJune 14, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    Those little pockets are THE CUTEST! It turned out great; thanks for linking this up to The Fun In Functional!

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  36. stacysewsandschoolsJune 14, 2012 at 1:35 PM

    Thank you!!!! I was so happy that I added the eyelet in. :)

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  37. CarrieJune 14, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    So adorable!! You did a wonderful job!! Thanks for sharing at Sharing Saturday!

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  38. stacysewsandschoolsJune 14, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    Thank you so much!!! I want to go buy gingham in every color to make more! LOL

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  39. HollyJune 15, 2012 at 5:50 PM

    Love the gingham and eyelet! It looks wonderful. Thanks for linking up to the All Star Block Party.

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  40. stacysewsandschoolsJune 15, 2012 at 6:49 PM

    Thank you!!! Two of my favorite things! LOL

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  41. Christina at I Gotta Create!June 17, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    The pockets and ruffles are adorable.
    Thanks so much for linking up at I Gotta Create!
    <3 Christina

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  42. stacysewsandschoolsJune 17, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    Thank you!!! :) I had a lot of fun with it!

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  43. Amanda @ The Little GigglerJune 18, 2012 at 8:00 PM

    Super cute! I love the bow pocket!

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  44. stacysewsandschoolsJune 18, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    Thank you so VERY much! :)

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  45. Trish @ Mom On TimeoutJune 20, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    Turned out great! So cute and comfy! Thanks so much for sharing at Mom On Timeout!

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  46. stacysewsandschoolsJune 20, 2012 at 3:10 PM

    Thank you! :) I'm sure I'll be making more of these soon! LOL

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