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Happy Birthday Shirt Dress
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I made this dress for my friend’s 30th Birthday by altering a basic bodice pattern using a technique by JJ1 for pleating a neckline. I first created a bib for the front and then followed the tutorial from there. I am finding very easy to alter patterns in this way, especially when using a stretchy forgiving fabric.
Material Notes
Wool Blend
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Credits
- Pleating/Rushing/Gathering Neckline in T-Shirt
JJ1
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Nov 13, 2009, 02.33 PMby rosie-astro
I really like this. How did you create the bib, was it difficult? I think I may try to do the same, it’s such a lovely shape!
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Nov 13, 2009, 09.08 PMby leeshv
It was really easy…I took a basic bodice front, then drew in the bib where I wanted it. Then I cut out that shape, and added 1/2 inch seam allowance to the bottom rounded edge to attach to bottom portion of the dress. Let me know if you need any more help. I can email you pics of my pattern…that would make it more clear. Cheers!
Nov 3, 2009, 09.26 AMby Almatinka
Very stylish and beautiful!!!
Nov 2, 2009, 07.44 AMby MicSC
Very nice!
Nov 1, 2009, 06.26 PMby queenb
Beautiful dress. Well done!
Nov 1, 2009, 05.59 PMby immi.
I’m surprised at you: Everytime you make something special new, and everytime you are succesful: This dress looks beautiful at your friend.