If you've been paying attention, you may remember this dress from a year ago. It was a too big then and I made a quick fix to get me by. But now, it's waaaaay too big.
I'm thinking of something different this time - not a dress anymore, maybe a nice summery tank top. And before you ask, yes, I know it's August, but here in Texas, summer lasts through October.
First I chopped off the bust portion, right at the top of the shirring.
Then I flipped the skirt inside out and remove the lining. I wasn't feeling the whole 100% polyester thing.
I folded the shirred band over on itself and pinned it along the existing seam with the skirt. I used a zig-zag stitch to maintain stretchiness. This is going to be the waistband of my new shirt when I flip the skirt upside-down.
Next I took in the sides, matching my over-bust measurement at the top, increasing out to my bust measurement, and then straight down from there.
Then I went back with a zig-zag right next to my new side seam, since I don't have a serger. And I cut off the extra fabric as close to the zig-zag as possible without snipping it. I also salvaged and reattached the laundering tag.
Finally, I snipped the straps off the discarded bust and attached them to what was once the bottom hem of the skirt.
I've found that I look terrible in the sort of mustard yellow that seems to be trendy right now. I think it's too close to my skin tone, makes me look sickly. But bright yellow? I'm totally loving it!
The yellow is very flattering for you! With all these wonderful refashions, you must have a massive wardrobe!
ReplyDeleteThis one I LOOOOOOVE!!
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ReplyDeletetotally didn't see that coming! i love it!!
ReplyDeleteTotally made this work for you! I love the color and the pretty embroidery on the dress that would have been lost if you hadn't turned it upside down! Great job :) - Marina
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sucre! If my husband asks, the amount of clothes in my closet is perfectly normal, k?
ReplyDeleteMeghan, I like to keep you guessing!
I absolutely agree, Marina. I played around with this dress a lot to figure out a way to keep the embroidery a prominent part of the garment. Glad you like it!
Wow that looks great! I never would've thought to flip it over, but it's perfect!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Heather!
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