McCalls 8147 Sew Along

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Pattern Description: McCalls 8147 is a raglan sleeves, a necktie bow (aka. pussy bow) and elastic cuffs.

Pattern Sizing: Pattern is sized XS to XXL. I made a size L. It is a top, but I will say it has tons of ease. I could have gone a size down, But Large was the smallest size in my pattern envelope so I took it in a lot!

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?yes it looked like the picture on the envelope.

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes they were very easy to follow.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I didn’t realize how much ease the pattern has when I purchased it, its lovely but you can definitely go a size down, or two!

Fabric Used: I used an emerald green crepe de chine. Its beautiful and has tons of drape, perfect for spring.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I took it in about four inches on each side, It was perfect on the bust area but by the waist is was rather large. I also lengthen the bodice about four inches. I can wear it with a pair of slacks or tuck in a skirt.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? this is my second time sewing this pattern, I have also sewed view A. It has a very Alexander McQueen sleeves feel. I would recommend this pattern to a confident beginner.