The Admiraal | The Eli Monster

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I’ve been eyeing The Eli Monster’s Patterns for awhile.  Really, drooling over them would probably be more accurate.  The Eli Monster's style is quite different than most patterns I've seen for sale lately, and for some reason I've just never jumped on The Eli Monster band wagon.  

I’m happy to say that I’m firmly planted now.

The Admiraal is a double
breasted dress with a pleated skirt.   I fell in love with the double breasted fitted bodice and the shaw collar.  It is beautiful and classy with a style you don’t see very often.


























I think it's important to note right about here just how vital making a muslin (or two...or three) is to achieving a successfully fitting garment.  Making a muslin allows you to fit the bodice and dress to your body thus gaining a perfect fit for your body.   

Back to the Admiraal! The pleated skirt adds a stunning edition to the dress.  If you aren’t a big fan of pleats or are a tad nervous to try them, the pattern comes with a pleat guide which shows you exactly where to fold the pleats.  

All of the buttons are fully functional, there is also a side zipper to help with getting the dress on and off.  

There are two options for sleeves, a cap sleeve or elbow length sleeves with a faux cuff.  

Overall the Admiraal is a great pattern!

It’s on sale this weekend and you can get the ADMIRAAL here


To sweeten the pie just a little, the girls Admiraal is also on sale this weekend!  You can find that pattern HERE!

Until next time
~Chaney

{Please note that some of these links are affiliate links.  If you purchase something I have recommended, sewn etc. through those links I will receive a small percentage of compensation.  It helps me support my sewing "therapy" and the ability to review and test more patterns.}