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A Very Go To Christmas: Vivienne Dress pattern review


Recently, Andrea from The Train To Crazy gave me the opportunity to review one of the patterns in her Go To Patterns shop for her A Very Go To Christmas.

I chose the sweet and ruffly Vivienne dress.


Because I do have a thing for ruffles.
Ha.


The pattern was simple and straightforward.  I would say an advanced beginner sewist would have no trouble completing it.

I'd guess it took me a couple of hours to complete, in the midst of a million other things of course. ;)

I followed the pattern exactly, except I did add topstitching to the bodice.
I think it gives dresses a more professional look and helps them to retain their shape after they've been washed.  ...but maybe that's just me!

And then there's the sash.
I'm as indecisive as ever lately, so I just couldn't commit.

Red?
Pink?
Blue?
Black?

I tried them all and couldn't make up my mind, so I took the easy way out and decided to be able to change it up with pretty ribbons like I did for the seersucker dress I made last Easter.


Just a few choices.
Ha!





I think I'm leaning towards the blue.
But then again I'll change my mind another dozen times.

Overall, it was a really nice pattern.
I just LOVE the convenience of PDF patterns.
The directions made sense.....which I think is hit or miss with sewing patterns.  
And there are plenty of photos to illustrate each step.

Note: I was given a complimentary pattern to try, but all opinions in this post are my own.
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  1. MelanieNovember 29, 2012 at 2:25 AM

    Super cute dress...I like the red ribbon :)

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  2. aliciaNovember 29, 2012 at 3:21 AM

    Adorable! This makes me want to sew! I like the blue ribbon best too.

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  3. MargretNovember 29, 2012 at 4:35 AM

    I think I like the last ribbon (navy? Or black?) but I don't tend o go very bold. They all look great!

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  4. LauraNovember 29, 2012 at 6:13 AM

    Very cute dress! I can see why you couldn't choose a ribbon: I like them all!

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  5. rachkattNovember 29, 2012 at 6:15 AM

    Beautiful dress! I like the red for Christmas :)

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  6. Amy LynneNovember 29, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    That dress is adorable! Good call with the ribbon sashes! It is amazing what a little color change can do to spice up a dress!

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  7. mjbNovember 29, 2012 at 8:08 AM

    Your dress is adorable:):) my vote is the red ribbon:)

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  8. Curly GirlNovember 29, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    Such a perfect girlie dress!! You could do so much with that white and black polka dot fabric also

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  9. AnonymousNovember 29, 2012 at 8:48 AM

    Aboslutely adorable! I strive for such fine sewing lines!

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  10. AmberNovember 29, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    Fun. love the polka dots and red ribbon is perfect for Christmas :)

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  11. cnydalynnNovember 29, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    so cute! I love b & w

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  12. Mike and KateNovember 29, 2012 at 10:44 AM

    I LOVE this dress! I should really make one for my daughter...but I'm just not motivated to sew right now. That being said, if I win, I promise to make this dress for my daughter! Maybe even both of them? :)

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  13. April Boyer Modern HandmadeNovember 29, 2012 at 11:04 AM

    I love the polka dot material. Very fashionable. And such a cute pattern with the ruffles! I haven't attempted those yet...some day!

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  14. TonyaNovember 29, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    Adorable dress!! I like the red ribbon for Christmas!

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  15. KateNovember 29, 2012 at 1:06 PM

    The dress is too cute!

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  16. LisaNovember 29, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    I'm crazy about polka dots and this is to cute. Just a thought about the ribbon, how about a bright colored chevron print ribbon? A Christmas ribbon or Valentines, oh the possibilities are endless!
    lisamcgriff at hotmail dot com

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  17. Sarah B.November 29, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    Love the polka dots. It must be the most adorable dress on a little girl.

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  18. JulieNovember 29, 2012 at 3:29 PM

    i really like the fabric you chose, and i like the blue ribbon lots too!

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  19. CindyNovember 29, 2012 at 5:43 PM

    The dress is adorable! I love the ruffles.:)

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  20. AnonymousNovember 29, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    Darling! I want to take up sewing. Maybe if I win it'll be the nudge I need to get started.

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  21. Eat. Sleep. Make.November 29, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    So pretty! I like the red ribbon
    -Jen

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  22. LisaNovember 29, 2012 at 8:36 PM

    Looks adorable! My vote is red ribbon. :)

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  23. RaeNovember 29, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    This is cute! I say Red ribbon ;)

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  24. TammyNovember 29, 2012 at 10:51 PM

    It's such a darling dress! I like your indecisive decision! You can change the ribbon according to your mood! Perfect!

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  25. UnknownNovember 29, 2012 at 11:15 PM

    I love the blue ribbon. But then again half my wardrobe is some shade of blue :) Makes me long for a little girl to sew for!

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  26. Carla GNovember 29, 2012 at 11:48 PM

    Very cute! Love the polka dot fabric! And I like the blue ribbon too! :)

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  27. GinaNovember 30, 2012 at 12:31 AM

    Cute dress. I agree with you about the top stitching...I think it gives a more polished finish!

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  28. minty tutuNovember 30, 2012 at 12:35 AM

    the dress is adorable... I don't think I could decide on a color for the sash though!

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  29. LyndeeNovember 30, 2012 at 1:13 AM

    Super cute dress! and I like the red :)

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  30. Kreatita TNovember 30, 2012 at 3:22 AM

    I love the dress. All the ribbons look great on it, but I prefer the red one.

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  31. LeslieNovember 30, 2012 at 7:27 AM

    You did a terrific job! I really like this dress a lot and you can really just change out the ribbons depending on what socks/tights/shoes, etc... your Little Miss is going to wear.

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  32. mjbNovember 30, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    I'm planning a navy polka dot dress for my little girl, and this just made me realize that it's going to need a red or yellow sash!

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  33. UnknownNovember 30, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    Great dress... I like all the ribbons!

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  34. CherieNovember 30, 2012 at 1:44 PM

    WAIT. Is that YOUR ribbon collection!?? I'm pretty sure that's a wider selection than my local Joanns! How incredible to have those at your fingertips at all times! Anyways - beautiful dress! I love how versatile it is with all those ribbon colors (and other accessories like shoes and cardigans). It's perfect for any occasion!

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  35. HeatherNovember 30, 2012 at 1:54 PM

    I LOVE the dress!!! I too would change the ribbons to suit my mood!

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  36. UnknownNovember 30, 2012 at 3:07 PM

    So sweet! I would have trouble with the ribbon selection, too.

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  37. Suzanne WinterNovember 30, 2012 at 3:17 PM

    love the polka dots, and the freedom to switch up the ribbon as the mood strikes you. Great giveaway!

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  38. robin phillips-knottsNovember 30, 2012 at 8:35 PM

    Love it! My granddaughter has a thing for ruffles too. :)
    Thanks for the giveaway and good luck everyone!
    cokelush at gmail

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  39. JulieNovember 30, 2012 at 9:03 PM

    What a cute dress! Thanks for a fun giveaway!

    Julie

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  40. HillaryDecember 1, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    What a beautiful - and versatile - dress. I love the ribbon options too. The light blue ribbon is my favorite :)

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  41. ariDecember 1, 2012 at 5:40 PM

    SO CUTE. The ribbon really makes it! I think the red pops, but the blue and the black work also!

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  42. AlyssaDecember 1, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    What a sweet dress! I'm partial to the red sash, but that blue is really pretty, too!

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  43. UnknownDecember 2, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    What a cute dress! If I had a girl I would make this, but alas nothing but boys over at my house. I love the pink sash, but then again, I've had all the blue I can take w/all the boys! lol.

    -Reyna
    http://www.glamglory.blogspot.com

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  44. AjaireDecember 4, 2012 at 6:21 AM

    I've been eyeing the vivian and now I definitely want the pattern. This is adorable!

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  45. EMDecember 4, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    The dress looks great! Patterns or fabric-- I could use both!

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  46. NancyDecember 4, 2012 at 9:37 PM

    Beautiful dress and I like how you could wear any ribbon as a "belt" to add a pop of color. You take amazing photos!

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  47. LibbyDecember 5, 2012 at 4:28 PM

    This dress is beautiful! Great job!

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  48. Nicole MDecember 5, 2012 at 6:31 PM

    So adorable - definitely checking into this pattern!

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  49. MandingaDecember 8, 2012 at 1:54 PM

    so nice! I like the black sash.

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