I used a old "Old navy" knit dress for this. I basically res-used the shape of the top and then added a skirt to it.
Here MEC wanted a twirling dress as she put it "Mama could you make a twirly dress that twirls bigger than Alma's". I thought I had enough fabric to make one but unfortunately not. The twirly bigger than Alma's dress will be for later. In the meantime we have a hint of carribean summer in San Diego.
This is my first attempt at shirring. When I made the first half of the dress and I wrinkled everything with steam I giggled like a little girl. I wanted to add sleeves to that dress but that was denied by the person who is going to wear it. I also wanted to add a big pocket to add a bit of color. This also was denied but I may make it anyways....
Congratulations, Sophie! Cute stuff!
ReplyDeleteSophie, these dresses are very very good.
ReplyDeleteGo ahead and design the yoga mat carrier.
I'll be bugging you for the window seats soon.
-Ambika