1950's Monkey Dress ☆ Project Vlog and Pattern Review // Vouge V8789

There ended up being more talking than sewing in this. So it's sort of a vlog/pattern review. But if you want to see how I made a delightful neon monkey printed dress then you should definitely watch it! ... Pattern: https://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v8789 Things I would change: As mentioned in the video, my major change would be removing the darts from the back and taking the back panel in by an inch and a half, along with raising the hem by two inches. I also forgot to mention it, but the neckline of mine turned out being kind of cowl necked, rather than taught across the shoulders. Which I actually really like! But it's different than the patterns image. The hem length IS accurate the the patterns image. It was just unflattering on me, and I assumed it was meant to be shorter. So that wasn't a valid critique - my mistake! Also a better petticoat would make it appear shorter, since it would have more volume. This video is not sponsored. I received the pattern for free but was not encouraged to use/feature it in any way. ... The fabric was from Diana's fabric in NYC! ... Related videos: Project Vlogs: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk1yJujskxaBFlF4x3H8gmiJ9LfWQ6y92 Weelky Progress Logs: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk1yJujskxaCHy-iWxPaRTLLRboj7HF7o 1950's Dress: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9gJFnBFNt0 Pannier Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SuhEs5pRS9I ... If you are interested in seeing more of my work or contacting me, I'll l