Butterick B5383

Hmm. I am looking at it right now. I might buy it. It looks really cute, and the skill level says easy.

If I get it maybe we can do a craft along and compare notes?

Will let you know if I buy it or not.

Okay, I found it on Etsy for $3. I bought it. The seller is in Cali so it shouldn't take to long to get here!

i looked at it and it should be very easy. almost no darts and maybe a bit of gathering on the sides. the collar sould be a bit more difficult, but surely there is a describtion.
just cut the pieses, do the darts, sew the sides of the bodicepart together, than the straps, sew the sleeves, sew them on and finish the hem an collar. really. this isnt too much.
to be honest i wouldnt even buy this pattern. you could easily draw it yourself. or take the main part from another pattern.
if you are unsure, maybe try it with a cheap fabric before.... i know , you now think why should i waste fabric, buut you could wear the one out of cheap fabric too.

That is very smart. I use old sheets to test out patterns. That way I can work any kinks out. (=

I would definitely get the pattern. It's hard to draw out the facing and lining parts of dresses that you don't want to look casual. In my experience (I'm not an expert sewer at all) it's always easier to do fitted clothing with a pattern. Drafting your own arm holes can be a pain, plus the pattern will help you lay out the pieces in the right "grain" line so you don't have weird stretching in odd places and your prints match up.

I think you can do it though! You go girl!