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I was totally inspired by a fellow Burda lady for this project (this dress is so great: http://www.burdastyle.com/projects/1950s-dress-with-african-fabric). I mixed two different wax prints on this dress – I intended on using the acorn print all the way around but 2 yards wasn’t enough.
I was really drawn to the psychedelic patterns of these prints – eyeballs and acorns, how can you go wrong? I used a Butterick reproduction vintage pattern (5748). I also lined this one with voile at the bust and poly organza at the skirt to give it more fullness. You can read more about the process here: http://closetcasefiles.blogspot.ca/2012/06/wax-prints-party-dresses.html
Material Notes
cotton African wax print, white cotton voile (lining – bodice), poly organza (lining – skirt), invisible zipper
Difficulty
Novice
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Jul 2, 2012, 09.27 AMby Martch
I love african prints, too. The dress looks great on you!
Jul 1, 2012, 03.24 PMby lizajane09
Those african wax prints are amazing. I love the combination of the retro pattern with the funky fabric.
Jun 30, 2012, 04.30 PMby nattyjane
The inspiration dress you linked to is in my favorites too! And yours turned out beautifully!
Jun 29, 2012, 04.44 PMby melonhead
Beautiful dress! I love the print!
Jun 29, 2012, 02.51 PMby MissHickory
Love the color!!!!
Jun 29, 2012, 11.30 AMby Ruffles Gazebo
colours look amazing on you! what a fun and great dress
Jun 29, 2012, 07.50 AMby kess
love this! I really love hoe you “tamed” the african fabric and made it totally wearable!