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I found some awesome fish + map print fabric at the discount fabric store for about $3 a yard, and schemed to make a dress out of it. I had some sketches for some 50’s style dresses in mind, but when I got the issue of Burda Style with this pattern in it, I was sold.I used some Japanese cotton wave print fabric leftovers that I had lying around from making cushion covers for the straps, belt, and trim. It’s probably one of the more complicated pieces of clothing I’ve ever made, since it has a full lining, and the trim and straps were a bit challenging due to all the layers. The next time I make this dress, I will make sure to use an acetate or silk lining fabric to keep down the bulk. The cotton lining does make the skirt stand out a bit, though! Fun project and I can’t wait to wear it out.
Material Notes
Cotton + Poly (I think) for main dress body, fish and map print
Cotton trim with wave print
Cotton full lining
Difficulty
Intermediate
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Jul 29, 2012, 11.59 AMby wintersky
Love the pretty material you have there :)
Mar 7, 2012, 06.16 PMby sundaisy
Love it – and your shoes! They go perfectly together with the dress ;)
Dec 18, 2011, 08.08 PMby graveflower
This dress is intensively flattering on you! Great job sewing. I love the fabric. You make it cute, not silly.
Nov 8, 2011, 04.41 AMby CIRQUEDUBEBE
This is hawt! What a lucky thrifty find. Got some serious fabric envy right now. Dress really suits you.
Oct 12, 2011, 10.05 AMby squishedbugg
great dress… great shoes! feeling a little envious right now over that fabric!
Oct 11, 2011, 05.14 PMby jacquipardue
you look terrific! i love the contrasting fabric you chose, it looks great!
Oct 10, 2011, 04.14 PMby Inder
The dress is stunning and fits perfectly. The fabric is so campy, a little tongue-in-cheek, and totally steals the show! Love it!
Oct 10, 2011, 03.47 PMby Pepper Toast
Very Nice. Great fabric. You look wonderful.
Oct 10, 2011, 09.50 AMby natfraga
I’m in love with your dress!!! Great fit and such a FABULOUS fabric combination!!!!!!!
Oct 10, 2011, 06.50 AMby Ruffles Gazebo
awesome fabric! great result :)
Oct 10, 2011, 06.04 AMby jillsparks
Oh my goodness, this is so cute! And it looks great on you!! P.S.-love the shoes, too :)