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This is a simple dress I made with the cap sleeve mini dress pattern that was featured last week. Because I am not the slimmest around, I cut the pattern bigger than it was, but way too big in the end. But instead of altering it to make it fit, I decided to keep it loose fitting as it was. I lowered the neckline in the back and the front and opted for an exposed zipper instead of an invisible one. I actually think the loose fit makes it look pretty cool and if I am in the mood for it, I could add a slim belt to add shape. I am quite happy with the dress, it was such an easy project!
Sorry for the low quality pictures!
Material Notes
Some sort of silk blend
70 cm zipper
Difficulty
Novice
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Apr 18, 2011, 03.26 AMby otrotamal
how fun to find great fabric after some time! you have a great eye for fabric!
Apr 17, 2011, 01.47 PMby ladykatza
I adore that print, and it looks really cute belted. Lacy tank + belted tunic dress = awesome
Apr 17, 2011, 10.01 AMby Antisocialite
Good move making it big. Oversized + exposed zip turns this into a way edgier look than the tech drawing would suggest. What a great casual piece to have in the wardrobe.
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Apr 17, 2011, 10.19 AMby susanne2011
Wow, thanks for the awesome reply! :)
Apr 17, 2011, 07.31 AMby otrotamal
i love it ! and the fabric…it is really great!
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Apr 17, 2011, 08.22 AMby susanne2011
Thanks! Yes the fabric is awesome, I agree! I rediscovered it in my stash after having bought it a year ago. But I moved to the other side of the world and had to ship all my sewing equipment, all my fabric was in a container for 5 months. So cool to unpack everything and find these nice pieces in there :)