Butterick 6646 (early 1970s)

Patterns

Pattern Manufacturer

Butterick

Pattern Name/Number

6646 (early 1970s)

Pattern Description

This pattern includes: toddler's playsuit with buttoning shoulder, snap crotch and sailboat applique; reversible cover-up with a hood, short sleeves and braid trim; shorts with elastic waist and button trim.

Which view and size did you make?

playsuit and cover-up in size 1.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

Yes

If not, why?

-

Were the instructions easy to follow?

Yes

If not, why?

-

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

The simple charm, and how quick it worked up.

Fabric used

The playsuit was sewn in quilters cotton, the cover-up was sewn with cotton velour.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made or would recommend

The playsuit:
-added two inches to the length, at the chest
-used twill tape instead of bias tape for the snap facings on the crotch
-didn't use the applique
-took ten inches off the elastic recommendation for each leg

The cover-up:
-didn't line it, so mine isn't reversible

Would you sew this pattern again?

Yes

Would you recommend this pattern to others?

Yes

Any additional comments

Both pieces turned out adorable! Dd definitely needs more of the playsuit this summer, and the cover-up may be the cutest ever.