Burda Style For people who sew
Description
Ah, how I love this dress! Perfect for the unbearable temperatures here. Made the sleeves longer, added ruffles at the hem, not lined but with neckline facing on the outside. Oh, and I omitted the zipper but with a bit pulling and tugging, I’m able to put it on. Mainly, I was to lazy/cheap to buy a matching one but who would want to fight with a bitchy zipper anyway when the temperatures are 35° C and over _
Material Notes
I recycled old bedsheets that surely are older than I am. I KNEW, I would find the perfect garment to use the fabric for. I also used buttons from the sheets and some leftover satin for piping
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<3 to the photographer :D
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Jul 11, 2009, 02.40 PMby themisstress
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT!!! I can see why you just want to dance around in the photos. Great fit, great colours, great work!
Jul 6, 2009, 02.48 AMby AnaJan
Love it! The fit is perfect, and a ruffle is a great detail.
Jul 4, 2009, 09.08 AMby FAIRYTALE-THIRTEEN
beautiful sewing, your use of the patterns around the neck and hem looks stunning.
Jul 4, 2009, 02.27 AMby how_she_sparkles
I love it. I always look at potential sheets and duvet covers at charity shops, but I can never see a finished product. I’m so impressed by what you’ve done.
Jul 4, 2009, 12.37 AMby fashion1
wow, the print of the old bedsheet is awesome! like the alterations you made.
very beautiful dress!
Jul 3, 2009, 07.25 PMby Judeb
Love the upcycling, very beautiful.