I finally understand why so many sewists have made this pattern. I also understand why they've made it multiple times. I'm not sure I understood in the middle of construction but once finished...I got it.
This is my version of McCalls 7969...
Supplies ~
4 yards polyester crepe purchased from Fabric Mart in 2021
Interfacing from Steinlauf & Stoeller
Construction ~
I chose View D the maxidress version with the flutter sleeves. Almost all the other sewists used the fantastic sleeves in View A which makes a stunning dress. View D was more me.
I made no pattern alterations. I cut this out and sewed it up. My only challenge was wondering how the crossover bodice worked. Once I got into making it all things worked out. A warning that crossover is low. I saw it but didn't notice it until it was on MY body! However, a tank top works and I rather like it like this.
A Few Photos ~
This will definitely be made again. It's an easy to construct and easy to wear dress. It dresses up nicely but I can also dress it down...and of course, I have plenty of fabric options to choose from to make it again!
If you own this pattern, I highly recommend you making a version of your own. I know the trendy sleeves drew most sewists to the pattern but there are other views that can also be used. If you're looking for an easy breezy summer dress - this one is it!
...as always more later!