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The Only Vintage Sundress You’ll Ever Need

The Only Vintage Sundress You’ll Ever Need

by aaronicac | Pattern Tests, Sewing With Wovens

In my head, I’m a classic kind of girl. And honestly, one of my styles does include some of the classic feel–if we’re talking like classically boho-chic. When I saw this dress I just knew that I had to challenge myself to make it. It was just so cute!!!

Ready for the only sundress you'll ever need? Patterns for Pirates So Classic Sundress is everything! From mini to maxi dress they've got it covered.

Patterns for Pirates So Classic Sundress

Let’s chat options:

  • Bodice: buttons, center seam, plain
  • Straps: regular, halter
  • Skirt: mini, knee, maxi

Yes, that means that you can have alllll the dresses you need and they’ll all look different! For mini I made the maxi dress with plain front and regular straps. For myself, I made the knee length, buttons, and regular straps.

Pattern Construction

I love that this pattern didn’t require much in printing. A lot of the pieces are rectangles and the measurements are part of the tutorial. But if I’m being completely honest, this was the hardest dress I’ve ever completed–mine that is. It had a lot to do with fabric choice and working with my measurements. Because this is a fitted dress, your measurements matter A LOT!

Mini’s dress was way easier for some reason and I think it’s because I was adjusting her elastic from the outside but mine was a little more challenging. Our matching dresses were made out of some kind of thin denim made of 62% Cotton and 38% Lyocell that I got from Joann’s. I LOVE how it looks. It’s so beautiful but sewing with it was a challenge because it kept stretching! And I didn’t iron it before cutting out my pieces.

It’s important to note that in order for your fabric to be fitted properly, you need to iron BEFORE cutting. This may seem obvious but it wasn’t for me.

Fabric Choice and Styling

The sky is literally the limit with this pattern. I used both the thin fabric as well as a thicker African wax made from cotton. They draped totally different and have two totally different feels. I hacked the pattern to create a separates outfit with the African wax fabric and I’m so in love. I’ve worn this with just a white t-shirt tied up to be a crop length and have felt so beautiful!

Rating

This pattern gets a 4 out of 5 needles. It’s definitely a must-have pattern but it’s not the easiest pattern to make! It’s totally worth it in the end though!

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It’s Gonna Be May Blog Hop: The Perfect Woven Wrap Dress

It’s Gonna Be May Blog Hop: The Perfect Woven Wrap Dress

by aaronicac | Sewing With Wovens

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Wrap dresses are the epitome of femininity. They are so figure flattering AND they are nursing friendly. Now I’ve made plenty of wrap dresses before but they’ve all been made from knit fabrics–which I love. But my spring/summer boho-chic look is requiring some more woven fabrics to be used and guys, I have the perfect woven wrap dress pattern. I’m so excited to be participating in the “It’s Gonna Be May” Blog Hop with this pattern!

Petite Stitchery Sunflower Dress–The Perfect Woven Wrap Dress

I was nervous about making this pattern. My friend Kelly made the pattern and when I saw it on her, I knew I had to have it. She has the beautiful, hour-glass shape and this dress was just va-va-voom on her. And now it’s va-va-voom on me!!! The best part about this is that there’s a child’s version as well. There are options galore with this ranging from mini to maxi lengths and flutter to bishop sleeves.

In search of the perfect woven wrap dress? Look no further than the Sunflower Dress from Petite Stitchery. When I tell you this is an amazing dress, I mean it. Talk about perfection!

Pattern Construction

I didn’t print the entire pattern off as I made the flutter sleeve, mini version. Something to note is that the print guide is not correct so if you’re just printing off the mini version, pay attention to that. Other than the print guide, this dress was way easier to put together–both the paper and the fabric versions.

There is no facing or lining so that’s something to note when choosing fabric. This pattern goes together super quickly–especially for a wrap dress. Once everything was cut, it took me under an hour to complete. The parts that took the longest were finishing the edges and then hemming.

In search of the perfect woven wrap dress? Look no further than the Sunflower Dress from Petite Stitchery. When I tell you this is an amazing dress, I mean it. Talk about perfection! In search of the perfect woven wrap dress? Look no further than the Sunflower Dress from Petite Stitchery. When I tell you this is an amazing dress, I mean it. Talk about perfection! In search of the perfect woven wrap dress? Look no further than the Sunflower Dress from Petite Stitchery. When I tell you this is an amazing dress, I mean it. Talk about perfection!

Fabric & Styling

I chose a Georgette Crepe that I got from Sincerely Rylee. I loved this fabric so much I actually bought it on two separate occasions! LOL!!! I love the flowy feel that this fabric offers. While they do suggest using a fabric with good drape, I will be trying this out with an Ankara fabric to see how that looks as well.

This is honestly the perfect woven wrap dress for any occasion. The fabric that you choose is really going to be the determining factor in the styling. I’m on a beach vacation and this dress pairs perfectly with flat sandals. But I could totally see it being dressed up with heels or completely dressed down with Converse.

In search of the perfect woven wrap dress? Look no further than the Sunflower Dress from Petite Stitchery. When I tell you this is an amazing dress, I mean it. Talk about perfection! In search of the perfect woven wrap dress? Look no further than the Sunflower Dress from Petite Stitchery. When I tell you this is an amazing dress, I mean it. Talk about perfection! In search of the perfect woven wrap dress? Look no further than the Sunflower Dress from Petite Stitchery. When I tell you this is an amazing dress, I mean it. Talk about perfection!

Rating

I gave this pattern a 3 out of 5 needles because it’s a little challenging.

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My name is Aaronica and I'm the sewist behind The Needle and the Belle. I started sewing when I was 13 and then fell back in love with sewing through PDF patterns. I now document my pieces I make here!

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It was the perfect top to wear tonight as I hung out with some friends.
Instagram post 17855506063666089 I made the new @petitestitchery hat freebie to make hats for the hubs and I! I’m pretty excited about these. It’s always the small stuff that makes me happy!
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Naturally there is picot elastic finishing because I think this is becoming a trademark.
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Sew Katrice just dropped new retail and it is BANANAS! Check it out!
Instagram post 18066158950199347 One of the things I’ve been really intentional about this year is creating a cohesive wardrobe of colors I love. Mustard, rusts, olives, and navy are all big in my closet right now and I love it because they all mix and match so well.
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Both this cardi AND fabric are from @ssefabrics.
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Pattern deets: @madeformermaids Deanna top + @petitestitchery Megara legging
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Fabric Deets: Sparkle Gray French Terry + Tye Dye swim/performance fabric.
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Instagram post 18114697087023280 White on white.
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I’m rocking all @petitestitchery today—the FREE swanky top turned into a crop paired with the Harmony Harems. I used a bullet fabric from @sincerelyryleefabrics to make this look happen.
Instagram post 18082029727091504 Today is the day!!!!! @fridaypatterncompany just dropped the new #IlfordJacket and it is EVERYTHING!!!
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There are so many customizations with pockets and length. I made mine from a black Sherpa locally sourced. I saw my friend @fromcarpools2cocktails rocking her jackets last weekend and I knew I had to make one.
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Go ahead and grab your pattern TUHDAY!
Instagram post 17892560650426080 Is there such thing as too much cheetah print?
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Also: I made a jacket that I can’t wait to fully share! #ilfordjacket
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