Happy Holidays! For my last fabricista feature for 2024 I am featuring a cool, bold, contemporary print in linen from Fabric Mart. It's not necessarily a Christmas print but the colors definitely give Christmas vibes. Linen isn’t as popular in the Fall/Winter as much as it is in Spring/Summer, but I believe in milder locations you can definitely pull it off. And let's not forget the art of layering!
This is a medium weight woven linen that has a cool crisp hand and drapes creating beautiful folds. It’s breathable woven as most linens are and It sews up nice and neatly with a standard needle. I decided to create a dress from this fabric. I hacked my Spring 2024 KnowMe pattern, ME2082 to create a floor length V neck dress. This is my favorite way to create and hack this pattern. I created this version of my Spring pattern over the summer and even made a quick tutorial on how I hacked it. You can find my tutorial on my youtube channel @keechiibstyle .
I also added a squared flange to the sleeve, giving it an extended shoulder look. To create this I simply measured how long and wide I wanted the extension to be and cut 4 pieces for both sleeves. You’re gonna want to cut the extension on a slight curve to accommodate the sleeve edge when attaching, so that it will lay smoothly at the shoulder. The dress has a lined bodice and a corset feature at the waist with a gathered skirt. There is a zipper closure at the back of the dress for easy wear.
I love the look of this piece alone with no sleeves but since temps are a little chilly here in North Carolina during December I decided to layer it with a mesh turtleneck. I think it gives the dress a different vibe and I love the look but also look forward to wearing this piece in the warmer weather. That's the best thing about this piece, other than this beautiful print and this luscious linen fabric, it's a versatile piece. With a little styling, you can wear this dress all year round.
Until Next Time!
MARCIA | @keechiibstyle
Wow! It's beautiful! Definitely works for the Christmas holidays, but as you say, all year round - bonus!
ReplyDeleteI love this ! I too bought this linen -you really inspired me to use it for a "winter" piece - the colors are perfect. Your hack is lovely.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful dress and print. Is this fabric still available?
ReplyDeleteLove it. An item that can be holiday or garden party, based on styling. The print is a wonderful fit with the pattern. And you wear it with great elan.
ReplyDeleteLove it. Wearable from holiday season to garden party, depending on styling. Love how the print and pattern complement each other. And you wear it with great elan.
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