Summer Maxi Vibes: McCalls 8215

Hi everyone! I hope all is well with you. I am so very excited to share this project with you today. Y’all, I am so excited about this maxi dress project because of the most important thing, “It Has Pockets!!” When McCalls put out their summer pattern, and I saw the maxi dress with pockets, I knew it would be my first summer sewing project, especially since I already had the perfect fabric in my stash. Let’s get into this project shall we?

Fabric Used

For this project, I used the Geometric Double Brushed Knit Turquoise from Melanated Fabrics . This fabric is so soft and comfortable to wear. I love the unique eye catching design. This knit fabric is a light-mid weight knit that features a 4 way stretch and beautiful geometric design that I knew would make my maxi dress stand out. You can also use this fabric for t-shirts, cute tops, dresses, and even trendy knit pants and /or leggings.

Pattern Used/ Size Cut

I used McCalls 8215 dress pattern. It is a Misses’ & women’s fit & flare knit dresses with bodice & skirt length options. It has three view, and view C comes with a sash. What I love is that you can mix and match the bodices with whichever skirt you want to create. I made view C. Though I cut size 12 for the bodice and 14 for the skirt, this pattern goes all the way up to size 32W.

Final Thoughts

I absolutely love this pattern. However for those whom have not been working with McCalls patterns for as long as I have, do know that when cutting you may have to cut two sizes smaller than the recommended size on the back of the envelope. The envelope told me to cut a 14 for top, but due to my experience with the “Big Four,” I know that it is always wise to look at the sizing on the pattern paper, not the envelope. Other than sizing, I had not issues with this pattern. I love the finishes for the neckline and the armholes of the dress, it gives the dress a nice clean and professional look. The instructions were very understandable, and I always love that they include definitions of sewing terms used in the instructions for beginners or people who may not be familiar with those terms.

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