my first freehand dress
Here’s how it turned out…
The zipper went in like a dream. I inserted piping in the side seams to highlight the meandering of the freehand cut. Originally it was very short in the front so I added a bit of the back to the front to make it a little more wearable. Overall it was a fun and gave me some ideas for how I might tackle the next freehand cut someday when I have time. Next time I’ll be a little more adventurous with the design, but also a little more focused on how I could use the freehand contours to make a more interesting effect.
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You did a great job Danielle! That dress looks great, I want one of those! It’s inspiring me to give it a go….although mine probably won’t turn out as great as that on my first try :)
Very cute, looks great with those boots and the colour works nice with that style. I’m actually going to be making up a pattern tomorrow… and even though its only going to be a t-shirt I’m getting my Ryerson friends to help!
Good job, that looks great!
No pattern at all? I think I’d feel naked without one!
How liberating!
that’s an awesome dress! i want one, too bad i cant make anything without hurting myself :P
you hav a cool blog.
Thanks all… it’s just a simple little thing – I even just serged the ends instead of finishing them proper =P
Jill – oh, it ain’t that great – but I think that the freehand cutting gives you permission to let loose a bit so just cut, cut away without fear!
Tammy – good luck on your pattern! If you need any help just let me know.
Irene – actually I did trace a pattern for the neckline/sleeve area. The rest is improvised.
Thanks for visiting Alison! It seems like you’ve made your own blog without hurting yourself – good luck! I think you might be the youngest fashion blogger I’ve met yet, awesome.
i love love love love LOVE that little pocket! i am doing a little round pocket on something i’m whipping up… i’m hoping to have pics up in a few days, and i of course want your critique.
Oh, I love this design so much! I love the shape of the dress (and the bright pink!), the round pocket and the way it looks with those amazing boots.
Wicked mod, Danielle! I especially love how you used recycled material. The free sarong should be thanking you right now.
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