We're headed to Florida soon and my thoughts are on warmer weather. Perfect excuse to whip up another Washi Dress. I like my first Washi Dress, it definitely needed some fit adjustments.
This time around, I made some adjustments to the bust. I moved the darts up a bit, shortened the bust, brought the shoulders in and widened the neck. I also cut just about 2 inches out of the middle. I also did a partial lining instead of the facings. Rae has a series of videos to walk you through it. I think it's actually easier than the facings. I had my computer next to my machine and it felt like Rae and I were sewing together. How fun!
The result of my haphazard adjustments is a shockingly perfect fit! This is my first attempt at fitting and makes me think that I might actually invest in a dress form. I've got my eye on this one.
The result of my haphazard adjustments is a shockingly perfect fit! This is my first attempt at fitting and makes me think that I might actually invest in a dress form. I've got my eye on this one.
I really like adding a tie to the Washi. This time I made it wider and added some belt loops to the side.
I'm sooo happy with this dress. I picked this fabric up on clearance for $2/yard and really didn't think it was that great. I figured for the price it would make a good muslin.
I think my next venture is going to be figuring out how to add an invisible zipper to the back.
