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Sewing: Rachel's polkadot bombshell
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Rachel's polkadot bombshell

Learn It

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

Instructions

I replaced the skirt with the Linda skirt from Burda.

Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Clothing

For: Women

Style: Cute, Retro / Vintage


Materials

Cotton

What was your inspiration?

I love Gertie's website and it seemed a great jumping off point as I'd just finished Diana Rupp's class in NYC.

What are you most proud of?

Perfecting the bust. I'd never made a muslin before.

And my patience!

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Take your time with it. I did it on weekends over the course of a month. It was really fun to document it all coming together.

 

15 comments

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Lyn Eustace on craftsy.com
Sep 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I was interested to see that you are not a 'seasoned sewer', what sort of things had you made prior to this? I have done minimal sewing and many years ago and wonder if it is just too difficult for a virtual beginner The dress looks great well done!.
wheatpenny on craftsy.com
Sep 07, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks! I was definitely a beginner when I made this. I had sewn very simple pieces. I knew how to insert a zipper, do a blind hem and things like that, but nothing to do with fitting, boning, etc. I learned a TON from this class. I think the main thing is just to go really slowly. It took me about a month to complete, though I didn't work on it every day. I just did it lesson by lesson. It's best this way because you really learn all the information, and there are a LOT of notions to get so it's easier if it's spread out.
wheatpenny on craftsy.com
Sep 07, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks! I was definitely a beginner when I made this. I had sewn very simple pieces. I knew how to insert a zipper, do a blind hem and things like that, but nothing to do with fitting, boning, etc. I learned a TON from this class. I think the main thing is just to go really slowly. It took me about a month to complete, though I didn't work on it every day. I just did it lesson by lesson. It's best this way because you really learn all the information, and there are a LOT of notions to get so it's easier if it's spread out.
SewSassy1 on craftsy.com
Aug 30, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Hi there!! The result is great and a nice fit. I'm a sucker for polka dots.
lifeisnot914695 on craftsy.com
Aug 27, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
how to watch the video ?
SewSassy1 on craftsy.com
Aug 30, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thi instructional video must be purchased.
JeanGray on craftsy.com
Aug 26, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Love the skirt variation and the polka dots.
wheatpenny on craftsy.com
Aug 26, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks! I am on a polka dot kick!
Scheri Manson on craftsy.com
Aug 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Great fabric and I love your choice of skirt and adding the strap.
wheatpenny on craftsy.com
Aug 26, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks so much! I actually added buttons on the inside back so that I can wear 2 thin straps, the halter I have there, or strapless.
mo.sews on craftsy.com
Aug 23, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Very sweet... I miss sewing cute clothes...and being able to wear them like this! Enjoy! This is darling!
wheatpenny on craftsy.com
Aug 26, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks! Now I just need somewhere to wear it. I feel guilty that it's sitting in my closet!!
SheWhoPaints on craftsy.com
Aug 23, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Adorable! Your dress turned out so nice, I'm inspired.
wheatpenny on craftsy.com
Aug 26, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks! It's totally doable. I only started learning to sew in January. This class taught me so much.
wheatpenny on craftsy.com
Aug 26, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks! It's totally doable. I only started learning to sew in January. This class taught me so much.