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One Shoulder Ankara Dress
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I did not use a pattern (still not loving all the work that goes into using one) for the dress but just drew it out and started cutting. The fabric is turned horizontally to create the border at the bottom. I cut strips of the black & yellow “stripes” from the fabric and sew them together to make the top of the dress. It is an empire waist gathered slightly with elastic, one shoulder gathered to one side.
It is shown worn with a belt made from the same fabric & tied at the back. The last photo is of the actual Valli dress that inspired my dress.
I totally enjoyed making this dress and I love the way it turned out.
: )
Material Notes
African Wax Print (popularly known as Ankara by West Africans) Elastic
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Jun 15, 2010, 11.53 PMby hargismom
This is stunning! Wonderful job.
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Jun 16, 2010, 02.36 PMby tatuswelle
Thanks Harqismom : )
Nov 16, 2009, 04.45 PMby ink
Your pattern is so sublime. I love them too. SO happy and joyous! Your dress is gorgeous (all of your creations are beautiful!)
Oct 24, 2009, 06.04 PMby ciaa
I Adore this Dress , I m from Africa And love wearing Ankara too , will try this for sure
Oct 23, 2009, 12.01 PMby campbelltown
Oh I absolutely ADORE ankara and other wax prints! This dress is beautiful, I love love the bodice and the contrast & coordination (in true ankara style) between it and the skirt. I look forward to seeing more of your Fabulous Ankara creations.
Oct 19, 2009, 07.55 PMby leeavent
Beautiful Work! Beautiful Fabric!
Oct 18, 2009, 10.36 AMby ojglo1
nice…
Oct 17, 2009, 03.53 PMby smallone
this is super! maybe patterns are just not for you as you can produce stuff this great witout one ;)