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This is my first Burda Style pattern (actually, from Burda magazine). I love how the gathered back of the blouse looks with the fitted skirt.
I ended up altering the neckline, however, removing the Peter Pan collar. I like the original collar, but I felt it might be too much with the graphic West African fabric I used.
Overall, I really like the dress, and would like to make another, perhaps with a more subdued pattern. I’ve got more details on my blog Daughter Fish
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Sep 14, 2011, 10.19 AMby monikapullerits
I’m envoius :( The back part of your dress looks actually great and brings out waistline. Mine looked too poofy :(
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Sep 14, 2011, 12.14 PMby daughterfish
I just popped over and looked at yours. It’s lovely. The back of mine is pretty poofy, too, but that’s the part I love best:)
Jun 20, 2011, 10.43 PMby arb25
I enjoy most the way the set of flowers on the hip is cut off by the grey of the bodice! So form fitting, lovely. Great work.
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Jun 20, 2011, 11.04 PMby daughterfish
Thanks so much! It’s fun learning to piece together prints in a flattering way. I guess that’s a big reason to learn to sew. This type of things is often overlooked in store-bought clothing.
May 30, 2011, 02.21 PMby carottesauvage
Very elegant! I love the blousing effect, I wasn’t so convinced at first. It enhanced your graceful neck! Good choice to remove the Peter pan collar!
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May 31, 2011, 11.08 AMby daughterfish
Thanks so much! The fabric is really turning out to be a great choice. It’s getting so hot here in NYC, and it’s breathable! I’ve been experimenting with the back blousing on some other things and really like it!
May 19, 2011, 06.26 PMby tschasta
great fabric with the perfect pattern for it
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May 20, 2011, 09.35 PMby daughterfish
Thank you!
May 18, 2011, 11.43 PMby ladyshape
I love this fabric! I wasn’t sure about the volume at the back when I saw it on Burda but it looks great here. It works really well without the collar. Where did you find this amazing fabric?
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May 19, 2011, 12.29 AMby daughterfish
Thank you! I bought the fabric at one of the discount fabric shops in Manhattan. You’re in England, right? If you’re ever in NYC I can direct you to the shop (I don’t think they have a website). But the shop owner told me it is from Benin.
May 19, 2011, 11.51 AMby ladyshape
I’m in Scotland but would love to visit New York again soon. I will let you know if I am planning a trip and will pick your brains for any handy hints!
May 19, 2011, 01.17 PMby daughterfish
Yes, do!
May 18, 2011, 02.34 PMby lizajane09
Wow, wow, wow. I am absolutely in love with your dress! Everything about it is just perfect.
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May 18, 2011, 02.48 PMby daughterfish
Thank you so much! It’s really fun to wear:)
May 18, 2011, 11.59 AMby Dee Durrant
WOW – I love this dress! The print is amazing. I did like this dress in the magazine but I think your version without the peter pan collar is even better!
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May 18, 2011, 12.21 PMby daughterfish
Thank you! I saw the poofy back of this dress and had to make it! I’m not good with a lot of stuff around the neck, so the peter pan collar had to go (even though I think it’s a cute addition). Thanks again!
May 18, 2011, 02.16 AMby secondbedroom
Wow, what an amazing print!
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May 18, 2011, 02.40 AMby daughterfish
Thanks! Yes, I love the print! I want entire wall of it!
May 17, 2011, 09.00 PMby MientjiB
I wish there were more stars for rating – I’d give this at least 20!!!
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May 17, 2011, 10.50 PMby daughterfish
That’s super sweet! Thank you!
May 17, 2011, 06.19 PMby oonaballoona
don’t wear this when we meet… i may steal it from you…
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May 17, 2011, 10.50 PMby daughterfish
Ha! But how will you know who I am otherwise!?:)