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Sewing: First draft of mu Bombshell dress.
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First draft of mu Bombshell dress.

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

Instructions

USED Burda pattern 5/11 for plus size version. and added a full sarong skirt.

Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Clothing

For: Plus-sized

Style: Retro / Vintage


Materials

Cotton.

What was your inspiration?

Vintage sarong dresses. for the skirt.

What are you most proud of?

That it fitted like a glove :)

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Make sure to test the bodice in the muslin, and take Gertie's advice on the loose fit, since once you add all the real layers (fashion Fabric, interfacing, lining-boning) you would end up with a bit smaller version and if you are a plus size gal this does affect the end result, I had to add a trim to the cup for "modesty".

 

6 comments

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Cristina Jimene on craftsy.com
Feb 16, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Hi, thank you, I used plain cotton, with a golden detail, and lined it with red polka dot cotton. I had a great time making this dress, I just wore it to my Valentines date, I will post the picture.
Scheri Manson on craftsy.com
Feb 11, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Cristina what a beautiful dress. Wish you would share more details and pictures. You have cotton listed for fabric. What a beautiful color and print. Hope you share more details. :-)
JennyN on craftsy.com
Feb 10, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Great job!!
Katylissa on craftsy.com
Feb 08, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
so lovely
HellyH on craftsy.com
Feb 06, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
This looks gorgeous.
Jill-1234 on craftsy.com
Feb 06, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
super pretty!