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Colette’s Hazel Dress with an Amy Butler twist…


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Earlier this week I saw a phenomenal review by Justine at Sew Country Chick for the Hazel dress by Colette Patterns, and it immediately put a fire under my butt. I have had my eye on Colette Patterns for a while now, and something about seeing Justine’s version just gave me the kick I needed to try one out.

Justine’s review was so all encompassing, that I reached out to her to get some of her personal thoughts on Colette and how they fit her body – as well as other recommendations for different adult pattern companies.   Seeing as how I don’t sew much for myself, any pointers I get are always greatly appreciated!

Well, after Justine’s glowing review and her response to my e-mail about Colette, and then looking in my closet and seeing my desperate need for sundresses, I immediately got to work.

After finding Amy Butler’s Gypsy Cobalt fabric from her Lark Collection sitting in my fabric pile, just waiting for the perfect sewing project to come along, I had what I needed to get going.

At first it seemed like a really busy print for an entire dress, but it just seemed to work. The way the wavy lines worked in a vertical manner, gave the dress a very slimming look. 




 But my favorite thing about this dress is thanks to the Hazel Dress pattern. The way the bodice has an inverted triangle really aids in being able to put fabrics together in such a way to give an extremely slimming effect.

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You cant tell in these pictures, but my accent fabric is actually a very small navy and white polka dot (I was out of Kona blue fabric), but I am now thankful for this because I think it gave the dress an extra bit of character that I might not have given it myself.

I will definitely be making this dress again. I did need to make a few alterations to the pattern pieces to get it to fit me flawlessly. But that is common across the board with women’s patterns – as women are generally not one size fits all. But the changes were so super simple, that all I really had to do was nip /tuck some of the back seams. It also calls for a 22″ zipper, not quite sure why. I used a 12-14″ and it was certainly more than long enough.

Thanks again Justine for sharing your version, as it totally inspired me to make this – and I will definitely buy from Colette again. They were so easy to work with, it was just fantastic.

I think my next attempt at this dress will be for a fuller, more twirly skirt. We shall see.

 Thanks so much for stopping by, and until next time…

Happy Sewing!


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When I was a young girl, my nickname was Jessica Rabbit. Fast forward 20 years, and I am married to the love of my life who, as fate would have it, has the last name Abbott. That's me! Jessica R. Abbott - aka, Jess Rabbit. Simply living a happy, yet crazy, love-filled life in Virginia Beach with 3 kids and 1 puppy in tow. Read More…

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  1. youandmie says

    June 28, 2012 at 8:27 am

    Love it!! I’ve had my eye on this pattern for awhile now too.

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  2. Janelle @ Emmaline says

    June 28, 2012 at 8:52 am

    I love the way this turned out and what a great fabric choice! Yes, Justine is the girl to ask (I love her blog too!) and how cool that her post inspired you. This is going to be a must do for me some day soon!
    Janelle
    Emmaline Bags & Sewing Patterns

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  3. Alida L. says

    June 28, 2012 at 11:37 am

    Wow that’s gorgeous! Pinning that pattern for later!

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  4. Lorena Escobar says

    June 28, 2012 at 12:01 pm

    Que hermoso modelo de vestido!

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  5. Zoe says

    June 28, 2012 at 12:53 pm

    I have a couple of Colette patterns and I like them a lot. One tip I learned last summer when I took an e-course on sewing adult clothing… when selecting the size to make, look at the finished garment measurements. I typically like to wear my clothing “fitted” so I don’t need 3-6 inches of ease! This has worked every time I have sewn myself a garment. 😀

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  6. Melissa says

    June 28, 2012 at 12:58 pm

    Don’t you look svelte! Great job.

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  7. Mel says

    June 28, 2012 at 1:46 pm

    What a lovely dress! I’ve been eyeing that pattern but it’s the possibility of alterations that has made me hesitate.

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  8. Lettetia says

    June 28, 2012 at 3:38 pm

    That is a truly lovely combination; you did a great job.

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  9. Vanessa@Designs By Sessa says

    June 28, 2012 at 7:09 pm

    Colette is my FAV pattern company for ME! Glad you discovered it! Each one is great! 🙂

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  10. Emily says

    June 28, 2012 at 11:20 pm

    Oh Jessica I love it!!!!!! 🙂

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  11. Mommyof2girlz/StephD says

    June 29, 2012 at 12:27 am

    Love the shape of the dress and the fabric is gorgeous!

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  12. Justine of SewCountryChick says

    July 1, 2012 at 3:13 pm

    Hi Jess! I love this dress on you! Especially the contrasting side panels! I’m so happy my review was helpful to you and thank you for mentioning me. As moms we spend so much time sewing and doing things for others, we need to remember to treat ourselves to some handmade goodness too!

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  13. {jen} iCandyhandmade says

    July 3, 2012 at 1:55 am

    Beautiful, Jessica!

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