Sew the Look Fabric: Ankara (100% cotton) from Avosato. I used 4 yards for the skirt and 5/8 yard for the bodice. Patterns: For the skirt I used Gertie’s Butterick 6453 and for the bodice I used Gertie’s Lamour Dress pattern. This was my first time creating a fitted bodice with boning. I learned so many new skills following Gertie’s…
Fabric: Ankara (100% cotton) from Wax Prints Lace N More Pattern: Cambria Duster by Friday Pattern Co. Sizing: I cut the size S. My bust measurement is 37. Modifications: Styling: I styled the duster with a mock neck crop top from PacSun, leggings from Forever 21 and ankle booties from JustFab.
Sew the Look Fabric: Ankara (100% cotton) from Ankara and Lace Pattern: New Look 6305, View E Sizing: I cut the size 12, I sized down from the recommended size. My bust measurement is 37, I looked at the finished garment measurements to make my decision. The finished garment bust measurement for the size 12 is 39.5 inches, giving me…
Happy Tuesday Everyone. Today I’m bringing you look #2 from my Jamaica Trip Collection. In order to create my dress I used some gorgeous Kente print fabric from my stash and my Tory Wrap Coat pattern with a modification to the sleeve and collar. For the sleeve I used McCall‘s M7974 (View A). I cut the size 12 sleeve. I…
Hello Everyone! Happy Wednesday! Today I have a pattern review for New Look 6516. I have been pinning tiered skirts for a while and I finally had the opportunity to try out a pattern. Below you will find my review and some video footage of the skirt in action. Pattern Review Pattern Description: New Look 6516 Pattern Sizing: 6-18, I…
