My Favorite DIY make EVER !!
Ok, I know I\’ve probably said that before but this is it !!
The sleeves on this dress sold it for me.
My inspiration for this dress came from a version that Lori Harvey wore a few weeks ago. Her\’s was from the Alexis 2017 Spring Collection ( shown below) . After spending some time looking through their collection I was so inspired ! Their pieces are so clean and polished .
After being FULLY inspired I set out looking for the perfect pattern to make this dress happen . It didn\’t take long to come across one of McCall\’s new patterns that I knew would work perfect!
The pattern had the sleeve variations and silhouette I needed , I decided to use View D as my base.
For the fabric I used a floral stretch cotton that I purchased from Fine Fabrics a few months ago . Im not a huge fan of red so I knew this fabric would compliment my style and still allow me to keep the beautiful silhouette .
Let\’s Talk About The Pattern ……
Pattern Description: Off Shoulder dress with sleeve variations
Pattern Sizing: I cut a size 10
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Not quite, I change the sleeves and bottom portion of the dress
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes but i deviated from them a bit to get the look of the dress
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? The pattern was so versitile it allowed me to create the look I wanted very easily !
Fabric Used: Stretch Cotton
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I split the sleeve and added elastic to the top half . I changed the bottom portion of the dress by adding gathered layers trimmed in Lace.
Would you sew it again? This dress is beautiful but I really dont see a need for two , one is more than enough . Im sure I will find other users for the pattern tho, so Im filing this one away !
Pattern Sizing: I cut a size 10
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Not quite, I change the sleeves and bottom portion of the dress
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes but i deviated from them a bit to get the look of the dress
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? The pattern was so versitile it allowed me to create the look I wanted very easily !
Fabric Used: Stretch Cotton
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I split the sleeve and added elastic to the top half . I changed the bottom portion of the dress by adding gathered layers trimmed in Lace.
Would you sew it again? This dress is beautiful but I really dont see a need for two , one is more than enough . Im sure I will find other users for the pattern tho, so Im filing this one away !
I wont go into to many ore details about the dress because YES .. there is a TUTORIAL ! This dress was just to cute , I had to show you how to make your own.
I cant express how much I love this dress !!
Follow the link below to make your own version and don\’t forget to tag me when you finish !!
Shun D. 
Excellent work, love the we site design!
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