First Sewing Project EVER

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Chose this because it looked like an easy project for beginners... I think I must be too extreme of a beginner because this took me forever!

Oddly, though Burda size 36 is exact to my measurements, the dress came out a little big all around and about two inches too big in the back and I'm pretty sure I didn't make any cutting mistakes. So this was good practice altering. Also, a 20 inch zipper would have sufficed for a size 36.

All in all I think I'm proud of it! The fabric is a little stiff and bunches when it's being lived in, but for a first project, hey.

Materials

woven cotton.

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Miss_B Ï Posted 11 February 2008 at 11:22 PM

I like this dress. It looks good on you.
Hello Katie Ï Posted 12 February 2008 at 1:13 AM
lauriana Ï Posted 12 February 2008 at 2:23 AM
way too busy for loads of sewing

For a first project, it's amazing! It looks quite good and although it isn't a difficult pattern, I think it's still rather a challenge for an absolute beginner. You did it, and it looks good! Congratulations!
Miss G Ï Posted 12 February 2008 at 2:40 AM
Enjoying the Autumn weather

Well done!
SewLikeCarolyn Ï Posted 12 February 2008 at 4:45 AM
sewing my wedding dress!

I've been sewing for years, (and years and years) and I am still afrid to make clothing... I am not the best when it come to making this fit. I can make a flawless handbag, but when it come to clothing, I choke up. You did a wonderful job, and I admire your ambition!
ainglis85 Ï Posted 12 February 2008 at 8:27 AM

Thank you! You all are so nice, I appreciate it. :)
Milkyway Ï Posted 30 June 2008 at 11:22 PM
Preparing for Holidays

I like this dress very much. You did it very well. I am gonna try it this winter!!