I was so jazzed about this pattern when I saw it. Gees, that pretty much says that I’m going to rain all over the Butterick parade today, but I swear, I’m not. Not even going to say that this one puts the Butt in Butterick. Look at that swishy little hip flounce. I figured why not? These hips were made for Flouncin’ and that’s just what they’ll do, right?
Side note- the hanger appeal to this is a bit wonky. The side wrappy business goes from gallbladder all the way around the world to ‘don’t poke me there- I’ll squeal’. On a hanger it’s unsecured and hangs down past the hem like a poorly packed parachute. Ready? I followed all the directions, but I think this one got a little complicated or something for me- behold- my flounce has a doggy door. 
See that? I know it’s hard with my gaudy-flage, but my pleat doesn’t cover the pattern cover deception! The tech drawing doesn’t really make you so aware that the front skirt is not one full peplum with a pleat gently accenting it. Nope. It’s a pleat hanging over an open flap- like you’d find in giant refrigerated buildings- so the flies don’t gather on your brisket. Well, peeps, my brisket is semi-exposed here. Not a huge deal , i suppose, it just looks clumsy to me- I didn’t have enough fabric left to redo it and make it more of a procenium for my stage. So I get a little flappy.
By the by, this is make up free sunday- I apologize for the horror show, but I took pictures after sneaking a shower while the husband shampoo’d the carpets. We were at door hair/dog piddle saturation point- quite literally. Too much info? Shall we get back to the flies on my brisket?
Funny thing. I popped this on then ran for the camera- trying not to make eye contact with ‘he who is most persecuted because he’s doing chores’ and thought, huh, this fits oddly thru the shoulders and I don’t remember it being so….cowly. Whatevs. As the cool kids say. Huh, the back is kind of airy too. No wonder I haven’t worn this more than once. But I really like he cowl and the belt. I need to wear this soon. Pull pattern from bin, start gathering my wooly thoughts…..
This ring-tailed tooty is on backwards and Crappity-doo. It looks better. Hold on- let me do a little quick change-
Bippidy-Boppity-blah. You should see me put a sweater on the dog- I’m like Houdini. Yup. The dog disappears.
Amazing right? I know there is something wrong with me. No matter what my Mom says. Anyhoo……..
photo credits: little me, Pattern review
No no – I like it a Lot better faced face foreward…I like it a lot that way. Does this mean though that you have a breezy spot in the back left now instead of the front right?
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ergh!
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See? It’s a very confusing top!
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Yup- now the mob has better access to my kidneys for selling!
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You have such a way with words, i was shaking with laughter. Looking good, the right way on. Thanks.
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Always good to have a top you get dress quickly and be ok no matter what!
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OMG! It DOES look better backwards!!! Butt in Butterick. You’re killing me. 🙂
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I must have quite quite the hump to create that cowl- oh dear…..
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It’s disappointing when a pattern goes awry. Do you have trouble with Butterick patterns? I always find them to be too big and a waste of fabric.
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Yes!! I have to do so many adjustments- this had great sleeves for that, by the way! I rarely put in a zipper with Butterick.
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Oh boo. At least you can laugh about it. I’ve sewn a few dogs in my day too. Can you reuse that kick-ass fabric in another blouse?
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I’m still thinking salvage- some bad ideas need to come into play!
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How about wearing it sideways? You manage every other direction just fine.
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Hhmmmmm- intriguing possibility.
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I think touchable a winner. It’s cute either way!
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OMG, how did that happen?!! It should have been, I think you have a winner, it’s cute either way.
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I’m really glad it doesn’t have busy darts- that would have been a bit insulting!
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I have this pattern!! Oh no! I love your fabric. And your posts are so funny, who cares about fit? Funny over fit any day, huzzah! Thanks for the laughs.
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Oh hey- try this pattern for yourself- I’m merely a cautionary whale- you might like it!
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I’ve got a top made with the same fabric. And I’m in bed reading this and just laughing and shaking the whole bed! Cute top, by the way. Hang onto them kidneys!
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I do love this print- I think it’s the only fabric I’ve gotten from Joannes- I think I’ll wear it today and switch it at noon. See if anyone notices!
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I always enjoy your post. Your humour is great. I bought this pattern and has been in stash for sometime, it ma remain there after reading your review. I do love the fabric!
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The other review on PR is much more complimentary- don’t let my disturbing flaps put you off!
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I’m very confused …… but the fabric is awesome!
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That’s how I always feel!
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It is 13:27 am and I need to go to bed, but no, I had to read your post. Well, now I am laughing enough to cough.
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Oh no! I’ve brought on a fit! I’m sorry!!
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Very cute.
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I really and truly have no idea what you said in this post but your top says it all – it’s pretty cool though.
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