Wednesday, November 02, 2011

An Autumn Dress for Bella: Vintage McCall 7977


In a heavy cotton tweed, this pattern will work well with a cardigan over it for cold weather.


It's in the big collar/big pocket tradition. So handy for carrying big small things around.


Hm, I see that I need to make or find a belt, soon! Other than that, it's great.

17 comments:

  1. Lovely Anna. And it's a flattering cut and colour for Bella too.

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  2. Miss Bella you look very elegant in your grey dress.

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  3. So pretty. If I could sew better I would definitely make dresses like that - yours look so professional!

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  4. That is lovely. I love it with the shawl and boots.

    I just bought some heavy crisp cotton with the idea of making some kind of sheath dress. It's technically a bottomweight, but I'm hoping for a dress with body!

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  5. Anna,
    Did you adjust the neckline for Bella, or is the picture on the envelope misleading? I love the dress on Bella!
    Jeanine

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  6. I cut the dress according to the pattern, only shortened the bodice and the skirt by Bella's standard modifications.

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  7. It's beautiful as is Bella!;)

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  8. Love it! And those boots!!!

    ~Kate

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  9. I do believe Bella grows more beautiful with each passing day. (the dress and her sense of style are lovely too)

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  10. Great styling with the boots and the shawl!

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  11. Bella looks very elegant. Her hair has really grown! She appears ready for a New York visit to see Giles.

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  12. Stunning! This dress speaks graceful and tasteful.

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  13. I love Bella's boots and wrap!So stylish.

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  14. Bella looks so grown up in these pictures.

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