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I was looking for a rockabilly feeling pattern for a summer dress to use this adorable polka dotted fabric. I fell in love with this pattern which I think actually came out in the 70’s, but has a sweet late 50’s look. It was a very easy pattern to work with, and it came together in just a couple days. I can’t wait for warmer weather, this dress will look great on the beach!
Material Notes
Blue and white polka dot cotton from fabric.com, and a tiny bit of contrasting bright red cotton sateen for a little color.
Difficulty
Novice
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Jun 21, 2012, 07.38 PMby kess
Beautiful! I love the fabric and colors and everything!
Mar 29, 2010, 07.44 PMby Erin E
Cute!!! What a great fit. I love polka dots :) I love the red detail, too. Keeps it from being too plain. Well done!
I featured this dress on my blog :)
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Mar 30, 2010, 01.44 PMby corduroycoat
Thank you, I’m flattered!
Mar 29, 2010, 06.44 AMby masty
I love your dress! I want one!
Mar 28, 2010, 05.55 PMby eugeniaofthewasps
Really great job!
Mar 28, 2010, 09.07 AMby olystyrene
This is gorgeous! Love it!
Mar 27, 2010, 11.07 PMby leaoness
a-freakin-dorable. (I hate you.) That is all. :)
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Mar 30, 2010, 01.44 PMby corduroycoat
;-)
Mar 27, 2010, 03.26 PMby keren
It’s very pretty! I like the color, the overall look, the red, and the pattern. Looks like it is well sewn and sits well.
Mar 27, 2010, 01.55 PMby helenadoll
It’s really lovely, and the red looks so striking!
Mar 27, 2010, 01.40 AMby serenity3212
gorgeous! love the color and fabric is great!
Mar 26, 2010, 10.09 PMby shoue
Love this! I want to do one with an exposed zipper on the back! Make it a bit more psychobilly than rockabilly. You did a great job.
Mar 26, 2010, 10.05 PMby Geeky Seamstress
yes, yes, a million times yes, I <3 this dress, I need it in red.. NOW
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Mar 27, 2010, 05.03 PMby corduroycoat
Thank you! I really recommend the pattern! It does run small though, I just barely fit into the size I usually cut, and normally I have to grade way down.
Mar 26, 2010, 06.38 PMby mixtlii
It’s adorable!