Instructions
this was very easy to make, I had no pattern just took about two yards of material still folded, cut the length i wanted (plus and inch or so for seams) then cut along fold, sewed the two pieces together with the belt attached at sides the added elastic at top and shoulder straps (optional, as elastic can hold dress up if you prefer strapless) and put a seam on the bottom, it only took about an ...Read full instructions »
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Category: Sewing
Type of item: Clothing
For: Women
Style: Outdoorsy, Casual
Materials
soft stretchy fabric, thread
What was your inspiration?
I was looking at long dresses online and the prices were outrageous so I decided to make my own (the material cost $12...the dresses online started at $70 and went up from there)
What are you most proud of?
the way it came out, this style is easy and is a one size fits most...my sister loved the dress so I made her one (the aqua and browns) using the same amount of material just made the elastic and belt wider and hers fit great as well (I am a size 1 with no chest and she is a size 12 with an extra large chest)
What advice would you give someone starting this project?
just use soft stretchy material and it feels and looks good
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