Butterick 4974 | A Blue Halter Sheath Dress!
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Every year since this pattern has been released, it's been in my "to sew" pile. And I'm just now getting around to it. And I want to kick myself because I absolutely LOVE this dress! I can't believe I foolishly kept pushing this one to the side year-after-year.
This is Butterick 4974 which is OOP, but currently available on the website (well, temporarily unavailable right now). The description is: Close-fitting, above knee, lined halter dress has straps attached to back with purchased rings, side seam zipper and back slit.
I cut the size 14 and graded to the 16 at the hip. But since I used a jersey, I could've stayed with the 14 all of the way. I lengthened at the waist 1 inch and 2 inches at the hem. And I omitted the zipper and the back vent. But I did fully line the dress.
The back was the biggest draw to this pattern. That's what made it different and why it was a "I must sew this right now" make.
I got my rings from the jewelry making section at Joanns. And I had to tweak the fit of the underarm by taking it in to prevent gaping. I also had to pull the neck straps a lot tighter than suggested. And yes, this dress is (strapless) bra-friendly.
Once again, I used another color of the ponte nylon knit from Hancock Fabrics in Bali. I love this fabric! According to the website, it's available in white. If I can't find it in my store, I just may have to order! It's the perfect weight to prevent see-through. And I'll probably be making this dress again. I have to make up for lost time you know!
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38 comments
I too have pushed this project aside and had the pattern for years! I even have the rings and fabric for the project (for years) I guess I got to get busy on this! I really forgot how pretty this dress is! Thanks for the inspiration again!!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe how many years I put off sewing this! Now I want to wear this dress everyday! LOL Thanks Carol!
DeleteYou look fantastic once again, Erica! What a great colour for you. And the pattern is unusual... a great match. Bravo!
ReplyDeleteThanks charityshopchic!
DeleteGorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sheri!
DeleteFabulous dress. Oh, I also like your neat twist hairdo!
ReplyDeleteThanks Regina!
DeleteOh this is really pretty! I love that color!
ReplyDeleteThanks Nakisha!
Deletenice! This dress has tons of style!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks sew rachel!
DeleteWow, that back is killer sexy!
ReplyDeleteThanks Suzanne!
DeleteBeautiful color and beautiful dress!
ReplyDeleteThanks Carolyn!
DeleteThis is gorgeous. What a fantastic colour!
ReplyDeleteWhat did you use to line the dress? I've never lined a knit dress but I bought some jersey that is just a bit too sheer to leave unlined.
I lined it with very think polyester interlock. Thanks DanaRose!
DeleteLove the entire outfit.
ReplyDeleteThanks Kelroc!
DeleteYou have killer arms and legs, and I love the dress.
ReplyDeleteThanks FlyingPurpleHippos.com
DeleteYou look all classy, and then Bam! you turn around and knock our socks off with your coolness!!! Those shoes are just perfect, great pairing!
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Thanks DressUpNotDown!
DeleteWhat a beautiful color and back!
ReplyDeleteYou are lucky that the weather allows you to already wear summer clothes. I wish I could do the same.
Anyway, I love your blog, I don't post comments often, but I am always interested by what you make, very elegant, modern and colorful!
Thanks Kate E!
DeleteThat dress and color is gorgeous and gorgeous on you! It's funny how we put a project aside for months/years, but once it's done, you really wonder why you didn't get it done sooner. I just pulled one of mine out the pile yesterday and it came together so quickly that I was like "That's it? Really?" Anyway, it's JUST starting to get decently warm here in NY so I'm working on some summer dresses now. Can't wait to wear them.
ReplyDeleteThanks bkhandmade!
DeleteVery cute! Love the back detail.
ReplyDeleteThanks M. Inez!
DeleteThe whole look is beautiful. I love how the dress looks with the shoes. One must strut when wearing this. :-)
ReplyDeleteYes, it's definitely a strut dress! LOL Thanks Body Design!
DeleteThis one is def a winner and great color too!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kimberlee!
DeleteBeautiful dress, love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Levone!
DeleteAbsolutely gorgeous on you! The color is so pretty, I had to go right to the Hancock site to check it out. When I did, I found that your color looked more like the one they call Fiji. Colors on computer monitors can be so deceiving, I just want to make sure before I order some. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI love that fabric! Thanks Imb09!
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