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Lovely Leopard Formal Dress

A pretty, pink, punky number for the dressier occasions in life.

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/lovely-leopard-formal-dress • Posted by Jessica G.

Hello, Cut Out & Keep! This is my first ever creation that I'd like to share with you all. (: This was my formal dress for February '11, handmade by myself. I decided I wanted pink, and went for the leopard after falling in love with it at the fabric store. This is actually made from a heavily-altered McCalls' M5382 pattern, to suit my tastes and tallness (6ft!). The bodice is made from cotton nursery print fabric, actually. I just couldn't resist the soft pink and spots. The band came from my stash; just some black broadcloth. The pink skirt comes courtesy of Joann Fabrics as pink faux-satin. Lined with standard lining fabric. If you will please notice: - The modified bustline. Sweetheart! <3 - The 19 feet of HAND (!!) gathered tulle poking out of the bottom of the skirt. - My complete and utter refusal to use a zipper because they still intimidate me. Hot pink hook & eye tape back closure, courtesy of Shrinkle on Etsy. - The matching fascinator-type hair bow. - The sick, sparkly, & awesome corsage my boyfriend got me with a black rose. (: Thank you for looking! I'd be happy to answer any/all questions and graciously accept feedback. :D

You will need

Project Budget
Reasonably Priced

Time

9 h 00

Difficulty

Tricky
Medium main 1310416920 Medium side 1310416947 Medium m5382 Medium back 1310417093 Medium bow 1310417103 Medium detail 1310417113

Description

Hello, Cut Out & Keep! This is my first ever creation that I'd like to share with you all. (: This was my formal dress for February '11, handmade by myself. I decided I wanted pink, and went for the leopard after falling in love with it at the fabric store. This is actually made from a heavily-altered McCalls' M5382 pattern, to suit my tastes and tallness (6ft!). The bodice is made from cotton nursery print fabric, actually. I just couldn't resist the soft pink and spots. The band came from my stash; just some black broadcloth. The pink skirt comes courtesy of Joann Fabrics as pink faux-satin. Lined with standard lining fabric. If you will please notice: - The modified bustline. Sweetheart! <3 - The 19 feet of HAND (!!) gathered tulle poking out of the bottom of the skirt. - My complete and utter refusal to use a zipper because they still intimidate me. Hot pink hook & eye tape back closure, courtesy of Shrinkle on Etsy. - The matching fascinator-type hair bow. - The sick, sparkly, & awesome corsage my boyfriend got me with a black rose. (: Thank you for looking! I'd be happy to answer any/all questions and graciously accept feedback. :D

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