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7/10/2018

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I wanted this dress to be drapey rather than crisp...loose + breezy...not too short. ​The pattern is Lou Box Dress 1 by the talented Beth of Sew DIY. It would be a great beginner pattern, since the fit is forgiving + the techniques are quite straight forward. The fabric is a rayon/linen blend with a lovely drape.
As far as alterations go, I left the button opening off the back, raised the front neckline by 2 inches, and lengthened the front + back by 6 inches. I was able to lengthen the front + back without purchasing more fabric by piecing the back (the top of the back has horizontal stripes). I enclosed all of the seams (with french seams as possible) and by hand sewing the facing of the "sleeves". The fabric ravels easily, so enclosed seams were definitely a priority (although, they are always my preference). My dress has no pockets, because I didn't like the look of them outside with the stripes + didn't want the bulk inside.

I like the lines of this dress a lot + look forward to trying it one size smaller, a little shorter, without such a pronounced drop back hem, + in a fabric with less drape. I love the fabric, but the weight of it makes the dress feel a little bit droopy.
Pattern :: SewDIY Lou Box Dress 1, view B (a great, easy, beginner pattern)
Fabric :: Black + White striped rayon/linen, 2 yards, 55 inches wide
Listened to :: Caliphate (so good!!)
Note to self :: maybe only lengthen 3-4 inches next time + lessen the drop at the back

Love,
​Jane
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