Yet another dress for which I did not create a tutorial...but it's a pretty easy concept. I'm sure you can figure it out! :)
This was my first project sewing knit fabrics together and I pleased to discover how easy it is. I used an old Loft shirt (from the last year they made substantial knit tees!), the bottom half of an Old Navy sundress (the kind with a smocked waist), and the knit belt from another ON dress.
I used a stretch stitch to sew the shirt and skirt together, and then tacked the belt in place with some hidden hand stitching.
Tips:
Figure out where you you want the waist to sit while wearing the shirt and skirt. Pin in a few places, then carefully remove and continue pinning. I used safety pins to avoid pricking myself.
Try to maintain a natural posture when pinning. If you hunch or twist too much, it will make the shirt bunch. Make sure the shirt is pulled smooth before you pin. Better yet, have a friend help you pin!
This dress is so comfortable! And I love reusing pieces that were going unused in my wardrobe. The shirt had grown a tad too short for my long torso, and the "skirt" never wanted to stay up without a belt. I fixed two problem pieces with one dress. Hurrah!
Super cute! I wish I could get away with wearing stripes on the bottom like you!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the dress. It's adorable!
ReplyDeleteRhiannon
Very cute! Looks awesome!
ReplyDeleteLooks really good on you, Kaitlin!!! A great refashion!!!
ReplyDeleteCute!
ReplyDeleteVery cute dress. Perfect for BBQ or a pool party.
ReplyDeleteStopping by from Cherished Bliss' Craft & Tell linky party and your newest follower. When you have a moment, come on by my blog. Here is what I shared this week: http://craftybrooklynarmywife.blogspot.ca/2012/09/another-fur-baby-coat.html
I love how easy and super comfy this dress looks. It looks phenomenal on you!!!
ReplyDeleteSuzanne (http://winterwonderingswanderingswhatnot.blogspot.com)
So cute! I'd never thought of refashioning my old clothes in this way. This is even something I could do with my sad sewing skills. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteby the way, I'm a new follower! :)
DeleteWow, what an awesome project! I have always wanted a dress that looked something like this. Perhaps I'll have to give it a go :)
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty! I love that classic Summer look! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Trish
Super cute! and such a great idea for the unworn items.
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Thanks for sharing at The Fun In Functional!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute dress! You could wear this for fall too with a cardi and some tights :)
ReplyDeleteBy the way I'm your newest follower too. I love all your refashions!
DeleteThis is so cute. You did a great job. I have a link party on Wednesdays, and I would love it if you would link this and any other posts. It is called Wednesdays Adorned From Above Link Party. It runs from Wednesday to Sundays.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.adornedfromabove.com/2012/09/reeses-smore-brownies-and-wednesdays.html
I hope to see you there. I am your newest follower, and I would love for your to follow me also. Have a great Day.
Debi Bolocofsky
Adorned From Above
www.adornedfromabove.com
So cute and easy and stylish! Love the red sash! Thanks for sharing at the Pomp Party! Pinning!
ReplyDeletecute! Love :)
ReplyDeleteBrilliant, I love this idea.
ReplyDeleteIt turned out so good. Thanks for the inspiration. I need to throw some pieces in my closet together:) Thanks for linking up with me.
ReplyDeleteTori
Super cute (and such an innovative idea)! Thanks for some inspiration!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for linking up with us at Keep Calm & Link Up this week! We love getting to see your new projects and ideas each week! Have an awesome weekend!! :)
That is stinkin' cute! I love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up this week!
Stacey of Embracing Change
Super cute!
ReplyDeleteI love this!
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