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an inch along the hemline. This piece would be cut twice on the fold for the front and back skirt.
Next I traced the top front, adding half inch seam allowance on the tank straps, neckline, and bottom. To make the top back I traced the front and raised the neckline by about 3-3.5". Along with retracing my standard tank pattern as an A-line tank, this all added up to a good night's work!
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Within 30 minutes the fabric was cut and the dress was assembled. I had been hopeful, but not truly expected it to work since I really winged it and taken at least one short cut (Spotty has bust darts--I traced the dress as is and omitted them). But it worked! I finished the edges by folding them over a half inch and using the twin needle. The hem was folded over an inch and finished, again, with the twin needle. Almost there, I had forgotten the main reason that I want to remake most of my dresses and skirts. I hadn't added pockets! I borrowed the pocket pieces from Moneta and cut them out of pink cotton gauze. I opened up the side seams 2.5" below the waist and inserted them. Done!
- The back and front neckline are my ideal depths
- I like that the skirt is not gathered, but still flares
- I love that I can make it in about two hours
For this version I still might make (or find a belt) for when I want to bring it in and/or add elastic to the inside waistline.
For the next version:
Remember the pockets before sewing the side seams
Remember the pockets before sewing the side seams
- I think I could finish the armholes and hem as I did this time, but I think I will reinforce the neckline next time to tighten it up and keep it from sagging
- I need to get serious about a swayback adjustment as I continue to get bunching in the lower back
- I might bring in the sides
Originally I wrote "H&M knit sundress knock-off" on the pattern pieces, but after finishing this sweet dress in this happy flowery print I rechristened the pieces Flora. I am looking forward to more of these!