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I used a pattern I found in a cupboard at my Nan’s house – Nan had used it to make my Mum a dress when she was my age!
A tailored black mini dress that goes on like you’re wrapping yourself up in a towel. Retro geometric lining that flaps over at the top. Finish with patent black belt and heels.
I really wouldn’t recommend making a dress like this without a dress making figure – it is really difficult to get it to fit exactly right (e.g. placement of push buttons) when you’re trying it on yourself…
Material Notes
Black heavy stretch cotton, patterned chiffon with white cotton backing, push clips.
Difficulty
Novice
Categories
Credits
My Nan for the pattern.
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Mar 22, 2009, 12.20 PMby bojanatasic
realy interesting and unique!!!
Mar 20, 2009, 04.28 AMby shamdoogle
This is so hot!
Mar 19, 2009, 06.08 PMby melissacarrier
How stylish! I would flip to have this pattern! What a great find! Nothing should ever be thrown away :)
Mar 19, 2009, 04.15 PMby pattyrg
Great job, nice choice of fabrics!
Mar 19, 2009, 11.01 AMby nglalala
So cute! Love this dress!
Mar 19, 2009, 10.21 AMby teresaschwarz
I love that style! And its a great story too. Do you have pics of your mom’s dress?
Mar 19, 2009, 05.42 AMby Galadriel F
How fun is that?