Peachy Perfect Dress, McCall's M7079

I made a peachy perfect dress for my daughter AND she really liked it.  My sewing mojo has had a hard time keeping up with her latest fashion desire.  I knew I was headed in the right direction with this pattern.  Almost every tween dress in the stores these days has a basic knit bodice and a gathered/full skirt attached.  The skirt can come in multiple lengths and layers.

Peachy Perfect Dress, McCall's M7079

Pattern

McCall's M7079, view F, size 12

Fabric

Bodice:  Peach/White polyester knit 

Skirt top layer:  Peach lace (no stretch)

Skirt bottom layer:  Peach rayon knit

All from Hobby Lobby

Construction Details:

I don't think I opened the instructions.....forgot.

The bodice is self lined with the geo print.  

Sleeves serged in and coverstitched the hem.  

Neckline topstitched.  

Skirts basted together and gathered.  Attached to bodice with clear elastic.

Three rolled hem the lace.

Conclusion:

This pattern is THE TWEEN PATTERN OF THE YEAR!!!!!

M7079 with fabric from Hobby Lobby styled with a denim jacket

McCall's M7079

Back view of M7079

Washi Dress and Double Gauze

I am in love with a new fabric.  

Ok, I just love fabric.  

But this fabric is so comfortable, I must purchase more for pajamas.  

I need a whole wardrobe made of this stuff!!!!

Double Gauze from Cotton and Steel.  

Washi Dress and Double Gauze from Cotton and Steel

Pattern:

Wash Dress with Expansion Pack 3/4 length sleeve

Fabric:

Double Gauze Bespoken Line from Cotton and Steel

Fitting Suggestions and alterations:

I added a dart under the bust for a more fitted appearance.  

I also like the look of the gathered skirt versus the pleats.  

The double gauze doesn't hold a crease well (great for pulling out the the closet and wearing.)

Summary:

This has got to be the most comfortable dress I own.  Perfect fit with elastic at the back!

Fabric that makes you want to sleep in it.

Back view of Washi dress

I had a blast today with a few ladies making their very own Washi dress for the first time.  

This is a great beginner project!!!