Days before I depart on vacation, I had several yards of this beautiful fabric from Fabric Mart (HERE) and no ideas of what to make. The fabric literally spoke to me! I searched and searched through my pattern stash and came across Vogue 1394. I opted to use this pattern as a challenge to my patience. I've had this pattern for quite some time, but as you may know if you follow me, I don't wear dresses that often. I tend to choose those easy and time friendly projects that I can whip up in one day and move on to the next.
I made the following adjustments to the pattern:
1) I shortened the shirt by 2 inches.
2) I lined the bodice of the dress only.
3) I extended the buttons in the back to the bottom of the dress,
The pleats on this dress alone took me an hour. In all, there are a total of 21 pleats!
The remainder of the dress was constructed as per the pattern instructions. I must say, I admired the 6 pieces that constructed the skirt, I might actually use it again for a nice flared skirt instead of the traditional circle skirt.
Happy Sewing!
Jenese
Oh my goodness! I am in love with this dress! I love the fabric choice and matching it with a classic style. So great!
ReplyDeleteVery cute on you!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! I'm one who loves bright colors.
ReplyDeleteNice! I love the shoes too!
ReplyDeleteThis is so charming! Enjoy your lovely dress - you look fab!!
ReplyDeleteThis is super pretty! I love the fabric!
ReplyDeleteAWESOME fabric selection ;)
ReplyDeleteStunning....and it screams happy vacay ahead :)
ReplyDeleteGreat fabric, fit and color. Well done.
ReplyDeleteJenese, you are gorgeous in this dress. Excellent idea to line the bodice. You look so super!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!!! I love the fabric!
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