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Sewing: The Couture Dress
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The Couture Dress

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This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
The Couture Dress »

Instructions

I followed Susan's instructions very carefully and was able to complete each step with newly-acquired confidence. Spending ample time on every new new technique was very valuable to me. Susan makes the process as meaningful as the finished product!

Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Clothing

For: Women

Style: Classic


Materials

Linen, silk lining

What was your inspiration?

Seeing other couture creations created in this course convinced me I had to take it!

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Do it - it will change the way you sew forever!

 

49 comments

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lilianp1783795 on craftsy.com
Feb 11, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Congratulations, the fit, fabric & colour are all absolutely stunning well done! Have bought this course but not yet started , you've inspired me
paulaann on craftsy.com
Dec 01, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I love everything about you and your dress. You have definetly inspired me to take this class. It is timeless and you will enjoy it for years to come. Good job!!
auntibrig on craftsy.com
Nov 22, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Gorgeous dress and beautiful woman!
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Nov 22, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you - you've made my day!
Joy Denise on craftsy.com
Oct 27, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I think this will be my next class! This is beautiful!
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 28, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Do take this class - you'll love it!
Deannie Oakly on craftsy.com
Oct 27, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful color, and the look is very elegant and classy. Beautiful job!
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 28, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
The pattern has a timeless look to it - so all the hours of dedication to it's construction will be appreciated for years to come, I hope!
Redthreadart on craftsy.com
Oct 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful dress! The color is so pretty on you and what a wonderful job on the construction! I'm inspired :-).
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 28, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you - it really was fun to make!
Ms. BB on craftsy.com
Oct 23, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful! Looks just fantastic on you, love the color and sheen of the fabric you chose, fit is perfect and the construction looks flawless.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 24, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you for such kind words!!
KathrynBrooks1 on craftsy.com
Oct 22, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Elegant and stylish. The color is perfect on you. Your craftsmanship is an inspiration. In a word - wow!
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 22, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you so much! I am so glad i took this course!
Geannene on craftsy.com
Oct 21, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Very nice, you did a wonderful job.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 22, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you! It was a gratifying endeavor!
immelu on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Wow, that is gorgeous!!! Did you use the pattern sleeve or draft your own?
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 21, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I used the pattern sleeve and was very happy with its design. Thanks very much for your comment!
vic on craftsy.com
vic
Oct 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Did you fit your muslin yourself?
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Well, that's a good question! I had my husband, bless his heart, pin the muslin together at the back zipper seam. Then I worked in front of a full-length mirror on the tweaks that needed to be done. Fortunately the back fit well without many adjustments - I'm not sure what i would have done if something major needed to be done. I sewed the muslin twice before i was happy with it. Susan's explanation of "blind" darts was very helpful to me as i needed to add two of those to get the correct fit at the neckline.
vic on craftsy.com
vic
Oct 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Wow it looks just beautiful. You did a wonderful job. Very inspiring. I can't wait to do mine now.
Jessica Mary on craftsy.com
Oct 19, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I am so impressed. The color and fit is great, and it lays almost perfectly smooth around the neckline. You look like you could be the first lady!
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
What a lovely compliment! Thank you!
servareginae on craftsy.com
Oct 18, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Lovely! Very nice work.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you - I am quite happy with the finished product!
OriginalRed on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
You did a great job! The color is beautiful and it fits you perfectly.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you, thank you!!
Karen Emelia on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful dress. You picked a great color!
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I am very fond of this color!
Yadira_M on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Looks Great!
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you!
AidaLA on craftsy.com
Oct 15, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Awesome. You look great! I hope my dress looks like this one.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Susan is an awesome teacher!
Duckstar on craftsy.com
Oct 15, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
What a perfect fit and color on you! I am inspired.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I hope you enjoy this course - I sure did!
Suze61 on craftsy.com
Oct 15, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
wow!!! just galore!
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Oh, thank you!
SewMe2 on craftsy.com
Oct 15, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
What a lovely dress you look really elegant and its such a good fit.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you! I feel very good in this dress!
2strings on craftsy.com
Oct 15, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Just lovely! Beautiful fabric and perfect fit.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks so much!
jlgsewsandknits on craftsy.com
Oct 14, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This is gorgeous. I love the color, and you did a great job with the fit.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I bought the fabric long before I knew what I was going to make with it - but this seemed to be the perfect match!
FairfaxMel on craftsy.com
Oct 14, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
So pretty!
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Many thanks!
KYWDBM on craftsy.com
Oct 14, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Indeed, you look great in that dress too.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you! This is a very flattering pattern for most people, I think!
Snoozn on craftsy.com
Oct 14, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Wow! Looks fantastic. I'm looking forward to receiving my pattern and getting started.
Fiftydresses on craftsy.com
Oct 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
You will love this course!