Butterick Dress and Jumpsuit B6130

I purchased this pattern soon after it was first released in 2014, and the jumpsuit caught my attention immediately.

The fact that this pattern is still in production some eleven years later, is a testament to its popularity. For some reason, I didn't make the dress until last year, and I am only now sharing my project with you.

I added a bishop sleeve to this dress, and I am pleased with the outcome. I think a short puff sleeve would work equally well.

The dress is both feminine and romantic, with a strong 1930's influence.

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I purchased this pattern when it was first issued, the jumpsuit having caught my eye. However, for some reason I kept passing over the project until now.
It is a simple pattern, with few pieces that goes together easily. The jumpsuit has wide (almost palazzo) legs, that give drama as well as comfort. It definitely has a 30’s influence and feel.
I made the jumpsuit in a heavy weight stretch jersey that drapes beautifully, but is difficult to press for a crisp finish. I normally cut a size 14 pattern, but in this case cut a size 12 to compensate for the stretch. I even think that I could have gotten away with cutting a 10 for a more fitted look, as there is still plenty of room.
The bodice is lined, and I used a light weight viscose. However, I did find that I needed to cut a size 14 for the lining, to compensate for the lack of stretch in the fabric.

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I will definitely make this jumpsuit again, and I am already looking for a heavy weight crepe satin for the next project. I highly recommend this pattern to anyone, and it is certainly suitable for a beginner.

Pattern Description: Dress and jumpsuit (loose-fitting through bust) have bias collar, lined bodice and midriff, and back zipper. A: self-lined sleeves. A, B and C: princess seams. D: wide legged. All are semi-fitted through hips.

Pattern Sizing: 6-14 and 14- 22

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

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes. Although these days I do not really use sewing instructions I just use my own order of construction which might not be the same as the instructions advise you to.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I really like the versatility of this pattern, because it lends itself to colour blocking.

Fabric Used: Cotton lawn for the bodice, lining and trouser and a medium weight cotton for the collar and waistband.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I sized down from size 14 to 10 (I prefer my clothes to be more fitted), cut the trouser leg straight, which meant I took out 2.5 cm from the back crotch and shortened the trouser by 10 cm.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? yes and yes

Conclusion: For more information and pictures please follow the link below:

Lady McElroy Cocktail Hour Jumpsuit