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I bought this horrendous elastic waisted 80s suit from an op shop and I had such low expectations that I didn’t take photos of the original. Which is very disappointing considering how magnificent it is now! I’m very pleased with myself, although I’m not quite sure why I spent so long making a summer dress when I have nothing to wear for the Australian winter. Silly girl!
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Material Notes
Polyester (I know I generally really hate polyester, but this stuff is delightful).
Difficulty
Intermediate
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May 12, 2010, 04.38 AMby jwick5
This is so cute!! I love gingham, I definitely want to go and buy some. I love the nautical feel of the dress.
May 10, 2010, 11.02 AMby kiwistitcher
looks awesome!!
May 9, 2010, 07.17 AMby gdac
WOW and DOUBLE WOW!!! You definately know how to turn frumpadink into fabulous. How sassy is that cutout! Love it!
May 8, 2010, 09.35 PMby sibeli
Brilliant idea!! and it’s very flattering :-)
May 8, 2010, 08.19 PMby jukimoosegirl
what a unique neckline- I love it, and haven’t seen anything like that before- Lily you never fail to impress me!
May 8, 2010, 04.25 PMby mitmit
It’s beautiful! :-)
May 8, 2010, 02.43 PMby eau-sewgreen
love it! the peep hole is very cool.
May 8, 2010, 01.46 PMby susanne2011
This is really great, I love the buttons. Nice job!
May 8, 2010, 01.06 PMby violetsky
Wow. You look great in it.
May 8, 2010, 09.02 AMby Jodi Wade
That is an amazing dress!! You look fantastic!
May 8, 2010, 08.58 AMby carolyn-s
You’re right, it is magnificent now!! I really like the neckline with those little buttons on the shoulders… a really nice touch
May 8, 2010, 08.36 AMby holasoylulu
well done! it looks great!!!