Dresses
How to perfect the Aura wrap dress by Papercut Patterns. Having made this dress originally in a black linen, I decided that I needed an evening version in my wardrobe. The Pattern The Aura pattern features a wrap dress with bishop sleeves and a wrap skirt. Both are unlined, but have facing on the leading …
Who wouldn’t fall in love with this dress?
This dress has the potential for various variations on this theme. So with a little imagination, this pattern is more versatile than it initially appears.
How to create 30’s glamour with Butterick B6130. I purchased this pattern soon after it was first released in 2014, and the jumpsuit caught my attention immediately. The fact that it is still in production some eleven years later, is a testament to its popularity. For some reason, I didn’t make the dress until last …
McCalls 7969, the question is which version should I make? Where have I been, not to have made this incredibly popular dress by McCalls before? I’m one of the rare sewers who hasn’t made this pattern yet. Living in a warm climate, this dress is just perfect for living or traveling around Morocco. It is …
Is this the perfect summer dress? Making McCall’s 7948. This dress caught my eye when I saw it on the U.K. Sewing Bee a couple of years ago. Although I had it on my to-do list to make, it ended up in my stash until now. The only thing I regret is not making it …
How to make a dream summer dress using McCalls 7325 blouse pattern. The Pattern A loose fitting pull on blouse pattern with multiple sleeve options, that has a strong 70’s retro influence. The Fabric Suggested fabrics are Gauze, Dobby Voile, and Crepe de Chine. I think that it would work equally well with linen, cotton, …
Merchant & Mills Trapeze, the perfect dress for all seasons? It has taken a while for me to get around to writing and sharing about the Merchant & Mills Trapeze dress pattern. It’s possible that this is because I’ve been making so many versions! The Pattern I had been looking for a trapeze dress pattern …
During my search for patterns on Etsy, I came across my latest dream vintage dress pattern, Vogue 7956. I was instantly attracted to the full circle skirt and unusual neckline of this wrap dress. I had no choice but to purchase it there and then! The Pattern This rare vintage Vogue pattern from the 1950s …
The Aura Dress by Papercut Patterns, is it my new favourite? This pattern is a modern version of the classic wrap dress. Featuring a deep V neckline (unusually both front and back), a cinched waist, and billowing sleeves, this is a statement dress that can be worn casually or for a dinner date. The Pattern …
The Pattern The Atlas Dress by Masin, is this the ultimate wrap dress? I am a huge fan of The Foldline website. It is a treasure trove of information, inspiration and an immediate window to the latest patterns coming onto the market. It is also my first chosen place to search for Indie sewing patterns. …