After making the Mathlide Blouse by the lovely Tilly from Tilly and the buttons, I had a burning desire to make it into a dress. I thought it could be a beautiful 60’s inspired summer dress. I lengthened the pattern, and used a sheer material. What do you think?
There’s more info on my blog Sleek Silhouette
Sheer cotton and silk mix and cotton lining.
Intermediate
DIY
This one-piece garment is super-easy to sew – and can be styled in many different ways!
Sewing Lesson
Follow this sewing lesson to make yourself a perfect summer romper!
As Seen In
See the latest Pattern Play article in the latest issue of Sew News magazine!
Meg's Magazine Mash Up
In part two Meg sews the sleeves, attaches the neck band, installs the zipper, and finishes the hem!
Quick Tip
Tassels are a quick way to add extra decoration to your garments & they can be made into accessories
Mar 2, 2013, 03.53 PMby pampula
Lovely, looks fresh and girlish and the pleats are pretty!
Feb 28, 2013, 07.51 AMby kess
Wow this is beautiful!!! I love the idea! You should let Tilly know you made this I’m sure she’d be excited!
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Feb 28, 2013, 09.20 AMby katya
Thank you! I’ve let her know, and she said she liked it :) yay!
Feb 26, 2013, 04.17 PMby sala22
What a brilliant idea!
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Feb 26, 2013, 07.53 PMby katya
Thanks, I’m glad I gave it a go
Feb 26, 2013, 02.49 PMby Linda74Sews
I think its clever and darling.It works great as a dress. Indeed a great one for the spring and summer. Nicely done.
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Feb 26, 2013, 07.52 PMby katya
Thank you!
Feb 26, 2013, 01.48 PMby liliv-1
beautiful dress
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Feb 28, 2013, 11.33 AMby katya
Thank you!
Feb 26, 2013, 12.22 PMby Mary Athey
Love it and love the buttons down the back x
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Feb 26, 2013, 07.52 PMby katya
Thank you