I used an ultra-cheap polyester knit to test out this dress because I wasn't sure if I was going to dig the end result, but as it turns out, I'm very very pleased with the style and fit! It kinda reminds me of an ice-skater's outfit.
Since it was a knit (and a test), I didn't bother with edge finishes nor did I hem it. Also, I could have done a better job distributing the gathers around my skirt (I ALWAYS have a problem with even distribution!). Still, it's cute and casual and I'm about to step out in it for a lazy stroll around town.
COMMENTS (8)
i really like this!! i was hoping someone made the dress version, i would loooove to see an action shot to see how it looks like with a person inside :D
love it!! i am going to make this too! awesome.
Thanks for posting this, I too was wondering what the dress version would look like. It's very cute! Also, Maya you have the best collection of belts!
oh my gosh! I swear I came up with the same idea and Im about to put it to action tomorrow when i go to the fabric store. I was thinking it would be cute if the bodice and the skirt were different colors or prints. It might make it interesting. I'll post mine as soon as I get finished! And great job! its really cute.
This is the cutest! I couldn't help but notice you saying you have trouble evening gathers. Check out the tutorial on how to fit gathers to a certain length. It's great and it sure helped me alot, now my gathers look fabric-made!
-Love, Rusty.
thanks for the comments, all! i'll try to post some "action" shots of me in the dress soon.
keelysews -- most of my belts are lucky thrift store/vintage shop finds. :)
rusty -- i'll definitely look up that how to!
Cute dress! I just saw this how to and I think you might want to check it out (even gathering). http://www.burdastyle.com/howtos/show/106
I realy like this dress & it's so simple to make...I'm going to post a link to it on my Blog. Carla's Corner
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