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Made by A Fabricista: Sewing Up Leftovers!

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HI Fashionistas!

 This month I sewed up something with leftover fabric that has been sitting in my stash for two years! Fabric Mart was gracious enough to send me some extra fabric a few years ago!

 I used Simplicity 8383 to sew up this gorgeous tent dress.



I cut view A in a size 6 and it was just right. Although the pattern calls for a softer knit, I chose a scuba knit. Even though it's not as drapey, it falls beautifully.
Another reason I love a scuba knit, it doesn't need any finishing on the hem. 


Here is the back view. The dress pattern was shorter. I lengthened the hem by a few inches. 


Love the cut outs. This is officially my 1st cold shoulder make. I replaced the neck binding with a triple cover stitch. 






That's all for my DIY dress! Next, I am working on a seersucker top. It's going to be a hot summer here, so I can't wait to slip into my next creation!

 Oh! Before I go, I wanted to share with you the original dresses I made with this fabric. You can see them below and here.


I hope you are all well and enjoying the summer. See you soon!

XOXO

Comments

  1. ElizabethJuly 19, 2017 at 8:12 AM

    Really beautiful Vatsla, you can't beat a simple design that really highlights the beauty of the print! Thanks for inspiring!

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    1. UnknownJuly 20, 2017 at 5:16 PM

      You look stunning, Vatsla!! You balanced the large print beautifully! A work of art!!

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    2. UnknownNovember 6, 2017 at 8:09 PM

      Thank you so much Elizabeth and Rita!

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  2. Faye LewisJuly 19, 2017 at 9:50 AM

    Vatsla, another beautiful creation - and I miss you!

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  3. Wendy VarnerJuly 19, 2017 at 4:01 PM

    Wonderful as always!

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  4. priscilla3July 20, 2017 at 7:42 AM

    love ,love your dress. It's pretty and looks so easy to wear especially on hot hot days. You did a great job on it!

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  5. UnknownJuly 20, 2017 at 9:27 AM

    That is absolutely gorgeous, it might be a heavier/denser fabric than the pattern recommends but I think it hangs beautifully.

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    1. UnknownNovember 6, 2017 at 8:11 PM

      Thanks La Vonda, Yes it is definitely heavier than what the pattern calls for :)

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  6. auschickJuly 20, 2017 at 2:17 PM

    gorgeous work!

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  7. UnknownJuly 22, 2017 at 2:31 PM

    Very Pretty!!!

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