Express Yourself in Linen

comments (3) July 16th, 2009 in sewing, garment construction, fabric, fitting, reader's closet

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Eliblu Eliblu, member
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Cool summer dress in natural linen with boxpleats and tucks in front and pockets made from antique table runner.  I modified Simplicity pattern 2933 View A by lowering the neckline and adding tucks next to the armholes to improve fit.  I also added pockets.


Pattern or design used: Simplicity 2933
posted in: sewing, garment construction, fabric, fitting, reader's closet, sewing machine, linen, commercial patterns, bust, pocket, dress

Comments (3)

RoseV RoseV writes: I love this dress! I am going to try to replicate it -- but I am a novice sewer. Would you mind telling me by how much did you lower the neckline? What exactly do you mean by tucks "next to the armholes." Thanks, Eliblu!!
Posted: 10:55 pm on July 29th

cRaFTista cRaFTista writes: Sweet! I like the dress! It's simple & chic & it looks breezy & comfy.

Posted: 3:07 am on July 25th

LinenKids LinenKids writes: Linen is always very comfortable, my kids love linen clothes and they look just amazing wearing them!
Posted: 9:43 am on July 20th

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