Review: Simplicity 8927

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Simplicity 8927 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!
I love a good coordinated outfit. And this one is so perfect for a good play on stripes. I'd had this fabric for around a year. It was a purchase from Fine Fabrics in Atlanta. I'd held on to it because every time I pulled it out, it wasn't quite right for what I had in mind. 
Simplicity 8927 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!
The fabric is a bold, red and white lightweight canvas, denim or twill. The fabric descriptions at Fine Fabrics are extremely vague, so you're never completely sure of compositions. I know this one isn't 100% cotton. It had that synthetic smell while pressing. Which isn't necessarily a bad thing, because when I wore it, I wasn't all creased and wrinkled from sitting in the car.
Simplicity 8927 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!
This pattern is Simplicity 8927. I knew going in, I'd need to make pattern alterations.
Simplicity 8927 - Full Bust Adjustment - Erica Bunker DIY Style!
Here's the FBA I made to the bodice.
Simplicity 8927 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!
I modified the should straps by adding buckles and eyelets.
Simplicity 8927 - Modified Shoulder Straps with Buckles and Eyelets - Erica Bunker DIY Style!
Simplicity 8927 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!
For the skirt, I cut view C. There's no way that the other view would've been long enough for me, so I went with the midi length.
Simplicity 8927 - Full Seat Adjustment Alteration - Erica Bunker DIY Style!
I needed to make a full seat adjustment.
Simplicity 8927 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!
This is such a cute pattern. I love how the top meets the skirt's waistband. It almost looks like a dress. I think it would look just as nice in a solid color as well. 

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14 comments

  1. Unknown9:53 AM

    Too cute!! It's on my list of summer projects as well.

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  2. Unknown10:38 AM

    You are Seriously Stylish! I love the modification of the straps. This is what the fabric was waiting for. Great Job.

    Kimberly Wilkes

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  3. Vanessa11:06 AM

    It looks so good on you!

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  4. Genevieve3:52 PM

    Could this be any more adorable? No.

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  5. FlyingPurpleHippos.com5:42 PM

    I love everything you make but this is my favorite. It is phenomenal!

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  6. Tatsdent12:37 AM

    Awesome! I also really appreciate seeing your alterations as it is so helpful to someone still learning about fitting. Stunning outfit as always!

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  7. Karen S.10:56 AM

    Pretty dress!!! Love the play with the strips. Thanks for sharing the pattern alterations!

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