Long sleeved rayon print dress made from the one hour dress pattern for a brunch with friends at the Grand Island Mansion April 2017.
Black print rayon dress with long sleeves and drop waist made from yardage that was two printed scarves.
Seams were sewn as french seams, black hem binding on sleeve and hem edges.
Drop waist gathered mostly at the sides. Sleeves and bottom are pieced together.
Dress was machine sewn.
Pattern: 1924 One Hour Dress. Used previously made mockup to fit and drew sleeve pattern on fabric itself.
Finished measurements:
Bust: 39-40"
Hips: 47"
These were all that was left of the fabric. Almost the complete yardage was used.
Completed: April 2017. 2.5 hours