Washington Dress

[datcat23]

Faced with a long list of "waiting to be finished" projects on my cutting table, of course I started a new project.  I have had this pattern for quite some time, and have been timid about doing it.  I decided to take a punt, dive right in, and brass it out.  Meaning, I did not do a muslin.   

This is the Washington Dress from Cashmerette.  Top is some random cotton/lycra from the stash, middle is ponte, and bottom is printed drill, also from deep in the stash.  I am really happy with the fit, although negative ease on the bodice will take getting used to. 

I am already thinking of adaptions..... skirt adaption:  double layer on the waistband, and then taper the skirt to be straight, and then do both sections in ponte.  It bears thinking about.

Washington Dress by Dani, on Flickr

[Lachica]

That's great, it really suits you.

[Nevis5]

I think that's the nicest version of the Washington dress I've seen @datcat23  ! 

[UttaRetch]

I like the A-line skirt on you @datcat23.

[SkoutSews]

That looks great! I wouldn't change anything. The fabrics go well together too.

[sewmuchmore]

I really like that and it suits you to a tee.

[Surest1tch]

That's really nice and you look lovely in it

[blackcat001]

Looks good!

[Missie]

That's a great make @datcat23  and yes, I agree it has lots of potential!

[Elnnina]

Oh that dress suits you Dani, you are always so clever with mixing your fabrics - well done.  Look forward to seeing other versions - hope they work out for you.

[Catllar]

`It's so flattering on you!