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Sewing: Bombshell
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Bombshell

bombshell

bombshell

Learn It

This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
Sew Retro: Perfect Fit Bombshell Dress »

Instructions

Watch it all through before starting!!

Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Clothing

For: Women

Style: Mod, Cute


Materials

Fabric that was not my first choice, but that ran out (online). This fabric was too flimsy and I ended up needing to make a lining.

What was your inspiration?

Gertie

What are you most proud of?

the bodice cups!! hand sewing, thread tracing, etc.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

watch the video first, then begin.

 

11 comments

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mebacher on craftsy.com
Sep 29, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Wow! small world..... The dress is gorgeous, and I am sure that it would look even better on you!
erin_b on craftsy.com
Sep 29, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Yes, very small world!!! I've never worn it but thank you! I am not digging our current project on flickr. My muslin is hideous. Might slow down and see how everyone else's turns out. Are you on Facebook?
mebacher on craftsy.com
Sep 29, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
yes, http://www.facebook.com/michael.ebacher you are welcomed to add me if you want. not very familiar with Facebook I'm afraid, but I'm sure I can find the chat window.
mebacher on craftsy.com
Sep 29, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Perfect to go to a Tiki party!
erin_b on craftsy.com
Sep 29, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks Michael! It's me, Graceamen. Never been to a tiki party and never worn dress!!
Vendemmia on craftsy.com
Sep 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
great fabric choice
erin_b on craftsy.com
Sep 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
thank you!
Margie77 on craftsy.com
Sep 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Great style love the fabric
erin_b on craftsy.com
Sep 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
thank you!
Cloth-cat on craftsy.com
Sep 23, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
It looks fab - well done!
erin_b on craftsy.com
Sep 23, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
thank you cloth cat. I needed to make a strap. Never finished and never wore :-( . hopefully next summer.