With such a wistful look on her face, she could have been the Lady of Shalott. But something in her air made one think she was made of sterner stuff than that -- something more industrial, more revolutionary. And you would have been right. Delicately attired in her dramatic evening gown, she floated across the plaza to change the world.
This stunning gown for 18” dolls is designed for ultra-soft habotai (”China silk”), with artificial leather accents at the neckline and waist. Rows upon rows of ruffles cascade down the full-length skirt, or make the short version for your favorite summer garden party. Tiny eyelets and a sturdy silk ribbon lace the dress closed in the back. Between the contrasting yoke, the cold-shoulder sleeves, and the dramatic back, embellishment opportunities abound! Try adding chain, vintage brooches, or beadwork for your own unique touch to this fabulous dress.
Suggested fabrics to use: This PDF pattern was designed for use with silk habotai (China silk) or other very lightweight, soft-bodied, lightly woven fabrics like cotton batiste or a thin tencel lining fabric.
Supplies Needed:
-Fashion fabric (45” or 60“ wide)
*Long version: 7/8 yard
*Short version: 2/3 yard
*Add 1/3 yard if you wish to cut the ruffles double
(see cutting instructions)
-18 - 1/8” eyelets (plus extras for practice)
(found in scrapbooking section of craft stores)
-3/4 yard of narrow, sturdy ribbon for lacing
-Chalk pencil or other marking tool
-matching thread
-Optional Underlining: scraps of lightweight
-white cotton fabric (batiste or voile)
-Dye (optional
Difficulty Level: Advanced
What You Get: One 27 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.
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