Burda Style For people who sew
Description
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.
Material Notes
woven cotton.
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Jun 30, 2008, 11.22 PMby Milkyway
I like this dress very much. You did it very well. I am gonna try it this winter!!
Feb 12, 2008, 08.27 AMby ainglis85
Thank you! You all are so nice, I appreciate it. :)
Feb 12, 2008, 04.45 AMby SewLikeCarolyn
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!
Feb 12, 2008, 02.40 AMby Miss-G
Well done!
Feb 12, 2008, 02.23 AMby lauriana
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!
Feb 12, 2008, 01.13 AMby admin
really nice Zoe, I really adore this pattern! so easy to make and soooo versatile!
Feb 11, 2008, 11.22 PMby Miss_B
I like this dress. It looks good on you.