Now, Vogue 8552 is one of those that I saw on other bloggers and simply HAD to make.
Check out those cute details! Neckline tucks!
Cap sleeves! Incredible huge drapey pockets!
Topstitched back waist tucks! And not fitted around the mid-section!
Oh, how I love this pattern. This is my first version, a wearable muslin really. The fabric is from June’s stash, and says Cranston Print Works along the selvedge. It’s tightly woven, almost a taffeta, and when I make it next I will be using linen (probably the linen originally destined to become a pair of pants). It will be better with the ease of linen. But in the meantime, I’m pretty happy with the muslin! I cut this out at size 14, and took small seam allowances. I completely eliminated the back zipper, and took a wedge out of the neck edge of the centre back seam to eliminate gaping. I also made petite adjustments in two places to shorten the torso. So, from the back:
And the front!
Many thanks to the inspiration that came from Katherine here and here and here, Bernice here and here, Leith here, and Christy here. All fellow Australians – maybe this is a perfect pattern for our climate! I notice that it’s now out of print, but I think that it’s still easily locatable online.
Wow, that looks really cute on you!!!
Yes, a perfect dress for our Australian climate! I’m sure your not surprised to hear that after seeing several of the versions that you mentioned, I too brought the pattern. Thanks for documenting your alterations – it’s very helpful.
Love it! I’ve been meaning to crack my pattern out again too. Might have to buy more fabric to make it again….
Love all the detail going on with the tucks and pockets, gorgeous fabric too. I made a Butterick one which is very similar
Welcome to the club! Your version looks great. I am actually in the middle of sewing up version 3. Should be finished by the end of the long weekend. Don’t you just loooooooovvveeee those pockets!
I love all these little details- I hadn’t noticed this pattern yet- you have woo’d it into my queue!
Love it! looks great on you.
Those pockets are kick ass – loving it!
Love it! The pockets are my favourite bit. Perfect necklace and sandals for your fabric.
I love the neckline and those pockets are fabulous!!!
Looks fantastic Lara!
You have inspired me to seek this pattern out~ I cannot find it anywhere!
oooh me too – I love it – looks great Lara. And how great to see all those other versions on lots of different people.