I decided to make the pattern straight out, with no changes, so I could get a feel of the fit and how all the pieces went together...
So, after some creative pinning (I was afraid I was going to run out of fabric) on the black Italian linen I got at the Paron's East closing sale... and more than a few head scratches at the directions... 
I ended up with this... 
Not bad.
I didn't do any fit alterations (with the exception of taking in the side seams, from right under the pocket down to the hem, to give it a more tapered look) but I think it looks pretty good.
It fits fairly close along the bust. But I don't think I'll do any FBAs. When adding the back zipper, I think it will make getting it off and on infinitely easier...
And this fine medium weight linen was giving me fits! It frays like crazy, and as I found out in the most heart breaking way, the notches are prone to tearing.... 
I had to patch up this beauty right after I tried it on (before I added the armhole bands).
2 comments:
You know, this dress looks just amazing on you! I love linen -- must feel great to wear on hot days. I can't wait to see this with the pattern alterations you want to make in your final fashion fabric!
Thanks Antoinette.I was rather happy with the final result.
I think I'll try to wear it to work tomorrow and get some better pictures.
I think if I take up the extra fabric (used for the four back pleats) in two darts, I can get a closer fit in the back with the zipper closer.
I think I will use wearable muslin one more time to make it with alterations (I was thinking about a lighter weight, dark denim with a bright colored zipper.)
Plus, that'll give me more time to actually find some printed fashion fabric for fall.
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