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Goodship Dress by Circus Wear, a Very Go To Christmas




Having been a fan of Karen LePage’s work since her book was released last year, co-authored with Shelly Figueroa Sewing For Boys, it was no surprise to me when I fell in love with her very first pdf pattern.  The Goodship Dress by Circus Wear is quite simply, stunning.

That being said, I was thrilled when Andrea of Go To Patterns asked me to be a part of her Very Go To Christmas Series.

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 Could I try out the Goodship Dress?  Heck yeah!

The pattern was quite possibly one of my favorites to ever work with.  It was easy to follow, with exact instructions and great illustrations – but it wasn’t overdone.  I was able to sew this dress up in 1 morning during a nap time – which in my opinion is really saying something.  The pattern even had some fantastic technique tips that I was really excited to learn and have already put into good use with my other sewing projects!  Perfect for any little girl on your list between the ages of 2 thru 14.  That’s right – fourteen.

Of course it looks a little wonky in the photos because my daughter naturally loves the pockets the most, which means she immediately put her hands in them and started trying to pull the dress apart.  HA!

But I am personally fond of the gorgeous soft wool fabric I splurged on with a 40% off coupon, to make the dress more seasonally appropriate. And of course the Sarah Jane Out to Sea fabric *sigh*, love.

The Goodship Dress by Circus Wear receives nothing but the highest praise from me.  Seriously, love it. Wear it in the Summer sleeveless, or put a long sleeve shirt underneath it for Winter wear! Furthermore, the dress will grow with your child and last for more than a couple years thanks to the generous pleat and bow detail in front.  This dress is so worth the price, you will use it over and over again!  Well, at least I know I will :).

The Goodship Dress by Circus Wear can be found at Go To Patterns.

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

Happy Sewing!

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  1. Bettina says

    December 6, 2012 at 9:53 am

    This dress is stunning!

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  2. eat. sleep. MAKE. says

    December 6, 2012 at 12:40 pm

    I love the dress, gorgeous! And I can’t tear myself away from Sew Fine Fabrics – so many great choices, and surprisingly affordable! I favorited them on Etsy. I think I found a new fav fabric store.
    -Jen

    Reply
  3. Tara says

    December 6, 2012 at 12:42 pm

    I love the dress – the fabric you used looks so soft and cuddly!

    Reply
  4. Randi~Dukes and Duchesses says

    December 6, 2012 at 12:46 pm

    I’m in love with that dress! I’m thinking it would make the perfect Christmas dress for my younger girls!

    Reply
  5. angie hancock says

    December 6, 2012 at 12:48 pm

    How precious! I could so see both of my girls in this dress. It would be awesome to win some of Sew Fine Fabrics’ beautiful material to put this dress together.

    Reply
  6. Isabel says

    December 6, 2012 at 1:28 pm

    Beautiful dress!

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  7. ldar28 says

    December 6, 2012 at 1:43 pm

    What an adorable dress!! I can think of several young ladies in my family that would love to wear it!

    Reply
  8. Jodi Sheppard says

    December 6, 2012 at 2:20 pm

    Gorgeous dress!! Can’t wait to make one!

    Reply
  9. Niccki1211 says

    December 6, 2012 at 2:36 pm

    Love this pattern, just bought it yesterday. Can’t wait to make it with the MM Out to Sea collection. I love how you added a wool outer layer for the winter!

    Reply
  10. Justine of SewCountryChick says

    December 6, 2012 at 2:54 pm

    I love the fabric you chose. This pattern is very cute. And very sixties.

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  11. Kristie says

    December 6, 2012 at 3:10 pm

    Love this dress. And it goes to size 14? Maybe Easter dresses for my daughters, nieces and sister. Thank you!

    Reply
  12. neilandnikki says

    December 6, 2012 at 3:11 pm

    this is amazing! i love it! i can’t wait till my baby’s big enough to fit size 2!

    Reply
  13. Bradysmom17 says

    December 6, 2012 at 4:04 pm

    I think this dress is awesome! My littlest would die over the pockets!

    Reply
  14. {jen} iCandyhandmade says

    December 6, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    Turned out adorable!

    Reply
  15. Maria Conway says

    December 6, 2012 at 4:17 pm

    I love this dress!! So much I’m considering buying the pattern to make it for my little girl and my 3 nieces!

    Reply
  16. cbaker says

    December 6, 2012 at 4:38 pm

    Your dress turned out lovely!

    Reply
  17. Nigel & Deby Coles says

    December 6, 2012 at 4:46 pm

    I don’t have children and none to make for, but I love all of the design details and always look for inspiration for a sleeve or pleat or something that I can save away to use one day in the future project. Thanks fo the giveaway.

    Reply
  18. deanieanderson says

    December 6, 2012 at 5:03 pm

    Oh what a beautiful dress! I have a new grandson and would love a new pattern or fabric! Thank you for the giveaway opportunity!

    Reply
  19. Holly Wynne says

    December 6, 2012 at 5:24 pm

    Precious dress! I would love to win!

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  20. robin says

    December 6, 2012 at 5:39 pm

    Gorgeous! I love the wool, it’s perfect. Will have to check out at pattern, thanks for the review, Jessica!

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  21. sweeter than cupcakes says

    December 6, 2012 at 5:42 pm

    I just received some of the out to sea fabrics. Love what you did!

    Reply
  22. IRedS says

    December 6, 2012 at 5:44 pm

    Gorgeous!!

    Reply
  23. Kimberly F says

    December 6, 2012 at 5:52 pm

    I adore this dress, so beautiful! I’m going to go buy the pattern right now.

    Reply
  24. Tara says

    December 6, 2012 at 6:42 pm

    love the dress! looking for a more nautical dress pattern right now for my daughter and this might be it! 🙂

    Reply
  25. Lesley says

    December 6, 2012 at 6:52 pm

    I would love to have the pattern to make this dress for my daughter!

    Reply
  26. kristin says

    December 6, 2012 at 8:55 pm

    So so cute! Looks like such a fun one for a little gal to wear, too. Love the “unicorn whale” fabric (my daughter has been wearing her narwhal dress a lot after we showed her Elf for the first time recently). 😉

    Reply
  27. Jamie Ames says

    December 6, 2012 at 9:18 pm

    Love this dress and I love thay it goes to size 14

    Reply
  28. Barbara Wong says

    December 6, 2012 at 9:18 pm

    Love the goodship dress you made!

    Reply
  29. feelincrafty says

    December 6, 2012 at 9:23 pm

    I love this dress!! It’s so pretty, but it’s a little different! I love it!

    Reply
  30. Jamie Ames says

    December 6, 2012 at 9:25 pm

    Love this dress and I love thay it goes to size 14

    Reply
  31. Lynne Tilley says

    December 6, 2012 at 11:40 pm

    I just love that Goodship dress! So adorable! My 4 year old granddaughter is a tomboy and refuses to wear a dress, but her 5 month old baby sister will surely be a girly-girl if my daughter has anything to do with it, so maybe there is hope yet, and I can make one for her!

    Reply
  32. Sparkle Cole says

    December 7, 2012 at 12:01 am

    Chic and so parisian… I really mean it!!! I wish I had a daughter! But one of my friend is expecting a little girl 😉
    Than you for the giveway

    Reply
  33. Charity says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:13 am

    This is really cute! And I love the fabrics you chose.

    Reply
  34. Phyllis says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:37 am

    I adore this dress, and it looks like such a versatile pattern to use over and over with minor changes. It looks so stylish and trend setting, in an understated way.

    Reply
  35. Robyn says

    December 7, 2012 at 2:30 am

    Ok… I have a 3 boys and now a sweet 8 month little girl! I love this pattern! A.DOR.A.BLE!!

    Reply
  36. Astreia says

    December 7, 2012 at 3:27 am

    beautiful dress!!!

    Reply
  37. Epiphius says

    December 7, 2012 at 5:15 am

    This is precious!

    Reply
  38. My Thoughts says

    December 8, 2012 at 10:15 am

    lovely dress!!!!

    Reply
  39. Nicole says

    December 8, 2012 at 5:34 pm

    LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS!

    Reply
  40. nicole / Twitter: BTHM1 says

    December 9, 2012 at 2:09 am

    love love love the dress- my daughter would adore

    Reply
  41. Vanessa@Designs By Sessa says

    December 11, 2012 at 2:35 am

    The goodship dress is SUPER cute, Jess! 🙂

    Reply
  42. Brianna says

    May 31, 2013 at 4:00 pm

    The pattern is no longer available according to the link 🙁 i love the dress its adorable

    Reply
  43. Susan says

    August 16, 2013 at 7:02 pm

    Hi Love the dress I’m actually trying to finish one but can’t work out how to put the panel on the front in. I have emailed the designer but no response in a week so hoping you can help me with some tips so I can finish it off for a birthday present. Regards, Susan

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    • Jess says

      August 17, 2013 at 7:21 am

      Hello Susan –
      I have just e-mailed the designer your question. I sewed this a while ago, and really don’t remember how it was constructed – without finding my ePattern book and researching it for you. I believe she will get back to you soon. Thank you, it truly is a lovely dress! – Jess

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  44. ann baughman says

    September 20, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    I, too, am very confused as to the construction of the front panel. The instructions are very vague. I have spent several days trying to get it to work as shown and wasted some good material. And I am not a novice sewer!
    It is a very cute dress and looks like it would be easy to make. The front panel is sewn in and then pleated as per instructions but then the top of the pleat isn’t secured in any way.
    Any suggestions as to a remedy? Hate to throw this pattern away but may have to do so.

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    • Jess says

      September 20, 2013 at 8:12 pm

      If you feel the need to secure it, more than with just the tie, a thought might be a simple hook and eye closure on either side of the center pleat! That would add a little bit of extra security, while keeping with the design and integrity of the dress. Just a thought…

      Reply

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