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my bright Summer Sewing Challenge outfit
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This is my submission for the Summer Sewing Challenge! I used the dress pattern and skirt pattern from the BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook.
I changed the dress into a blouse by drafting the bodice pieces longer, and I omitted the zipper in the back. The white fabric is a woven polyester/cotton blend and the mint fabric is a knit jersey. I used an antique button for the front closure.
For the skirt, I drafted my own variation for less panels, and I added a simple rectangle shaped ruffle to the bottom to make it a maxi skirt. I decided to use french seams for a nice finished look on the inside of my skirt. The floral print fabric is a polyester satin. I sewed on an exposed zipper with the help of a wonderful member’s tutorial here on BurdaStyle.
I love wearing my outfit! It’s fun, bright, and relaxed just like summer should be!
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Aug 8, 2012, 06.40 AMby libbysharf
I voted for you!! very refreshing, summary and stylish
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Aug 9, 2012, 01.32 AMby klassykate
thank you so much, that means a lot to me!
Aug 6, 2012, 04.33 AMby poppykettle
I’m loving the different fabrics you chose and the key hole top! Looks gorgeous :)
Aug 5, 2012, 09.34 AMby Mary Athey
Lovely outfit. the skirt fabrics fab and i love the blouse ruffle x
Aug 5, 2012, 08.39 AMby pampula
very beautiful outfit, I love the mint green ruffle detail on the blouse!