Here the seams have been adjusted and sewn. A zipper has been added to the back so I could slip into it. Then the front bodice waistband seam needed to be adjusted, so it was ripped out and repinned. I think I need to walk away from this for a bit. I like it on me from the back, better than the front, and since I don't walk backwards for the most part, I need to reconcile my feelings toward the style. I used to love circle skirts which is what this is, but it falls at the calf line on the leg, so it either has to be lengthened or shortened. I like the neckline, and the adjustment to the shoulder means that even if it doesn't have sleeves it will stay on.
We'll see if I feel better about it in the morning.... (back so pretty)
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I like it and I totally understand your frustration with something looking better on a dressform than on yourself! (I have one of those dresses unfinished and hanging in my sewing room right now.) I bet if you pinned up a hem to anywhere between just above to just below the knee you will like it better - anywhere in that length range looks great on everyone because of the rule of thirds. =)
Thanks Brooke, I've decided to go ahead with it and have just ordered the underlining fabric. I think you're right, I need to bring it up a bit. In the meantime, I've recut the bodice and will try one more attempt at muslin #2 (fitting #3) - with sleeves attached.
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