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Sewing: Autumn shirtdress
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Autumn shirtdress

The coordinating belt!

Pattern Info

Pattern info for this project can be found here:
Simplicity 2403 »

Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Clothing

For: Women

Style: Traditional, Classic, Retro / Vintage


Materials

Calico and sateen, rayon satin lining

What was your inspiration?

I love the trompe l'oiel looks on the runway lately and decided to create my own with this pattern. The fabrics were serendipity - the skirt fabric was from a mystery bundle but happened to match the calico perfectly. Obviously, it was meant to be!

What are you most proud of?

The fit is really great - I made two muslins to get it that way. I also love the matching belt made from the skirt fabric. Such a fun vintage inspired touch.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

This pattern isn't hard, but it is a bit time consuming. Worth it, I think,

 

3 comments

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Gayle678 on craftsy.com
Feb 25, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Nice job. WOW, it fits you wonderful. Love the colors too, they go really well with your skin tone. Great job.
frenchie119 on craftsy.com
Aug 15, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
great job! I recently made this pattern but I decided to separate the dress into a shirt and skirt to make get a better fit. You made it work as a single garment.
chulupa2 on craftsy.com
Nov 20, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I really like this look, you did an awesome job!!