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I ordered this fabric online and it was printed way off-grain, which broke my heart because it is a gorgeous fabric. It’s 100% cotton and I think it’s a crepe? It has a wonderful drape, and I love natural fibers.
I made a Heidi with the hopes that I could disguise the off-grain-ness with the smaller pattern prices. Then I realized that I had cut it out without pre-washing! The pieces shrank a bit in the wash so I had to take some width out of the tucks and cut about an inch off the top of the skirt so it would sit higher, to make a bit more room for my hips.
I also added a waist stay, and I have yet to make the belt that comes with the Heidi, but I’m sure I will eventually.
Despite all the headache with the fabric, or maybe because if it, I totally love this pattern. I love how it comes together and how it looks. I had to take quite a bit of width out of the blouse and raised the neckline. Next time I make this, I think I will make a swayback adjustment.
Material Notes
Super off-grain 100% cotton crepe (or something).
Difficulty
Novice
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May 2, 2012, 08.49 PMby nookie
the heidi pattern really is a lovely pattern and i think you did a great job with it. I’m glad the headache was worth it and that you love it. It fits you beautifully.
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May 3, 2012, 03.49 PMby DanaRose84
Thank you! And thanks for ‘favoriting’!
May 2, 2012, 03.10 PMby turtlegirl00
lovely dress! it looks excellent—great job!
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May 2, 2012, 03.19 PMby DanaRose84
Thank you! I love this pattern and I’m already planning my next Heidi!
May 2, 2012, 01.36 PMby wildcatspow
Really cute! I never would have guessed that you had issues making this— it looks great!
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May 2, 2012, 03.19 PMby DanaRose84
Thanks! I think because I started out thinking it was a write-off (off-grain fabric is usually the kiss of death), I was able to take greater risks when I needed to change things to make it work. It was pretty freeing.
May 2, 2012, 06.11 AMby schnui
Your Heidi dress looks great and the fabric is lovely. Even though it may have shrunk a little, it isn’t noticeable in the fit. It looks perfect on you. I like how you have raised the neckline too; I think it suits the style better. Well done.
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May 2, 2012, 01.11 PMby DanaRose84
Thank you! I wanted something that I could wear to work so I knew the original neckline would be way inappropriate.
Thanks for commenting!