This cute, fun, and flirty spring dress was inspired by the Cheshire Cat from Disney’s animated feature film Alice in Wonderland. The dress is all a cotton/poly blend so that its light and breezy and comfortable for the warmer weather. The bodice was created using Simplicity pattern 2176 featuring halter ties and a contrasting collar/band, and the skirt is my own design combining a half-circle skirt with gathered tiers. The fingerless gloves are also my crocheted creation!
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McCall's 8241
McCalls Sewing Pattern 8241 Tops A (XS-S-M-L-XL-XXL). McCalls-8241-A
Brilliant Little Patchwork Collection by Kaffe Fassett
Kaffe Fassett is a renowned painter and textile designer known for his visionary use of color. Based in London, he was the first living textile designer to have a solo exhibition at the V&A in 1988. He designs fabrics for Rowan Patchwork and Quilting, knitwear for Rowan Yarns, and has authored over 70 books, including Quilts in Wales and Quilts by the Sea.
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