Have you ever made a nightdress?

I'm looking for a pattern for a simple cotton nightdress. Perhaps Victorian style. I want to make it from 100% cotton - probably white.

I was thinking of something sleeveless/spaghetti straps which reaches just below the knee.

Any ideas?

(I'm a beginner!)

Thanks

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Permalink Reply by Trish Blair on August 5, 2011 at 4:00pm

You might not need a pattern if it is simple. You could use a pretty summer top, and just add a big gathered rectangle to form the skirt. I am sure it will look very pretty.

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Permalink Reply by Laura on August 7, 2011 at 2:40am

You are right. I think thats the way I will go. I am a complete beginner to sewing clothes. I have never done it! I have embroidered and sewn curtains, pillows etc but never whole items. I thought this would be a good way to start.

I'm planning to use an old bedsheet!

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Permalink Reply by Judy Roberson on August 6, 2011 at 8:08am

Hi Laura,

Have you thought about a slip pattern? I found one on ebay [vintage pattern].It really looked like

what your going for?? I havent looked in the big 4 books lately, so not sure if they have the slips or

not/ but check Ebay and Etsy... Hope this helps.

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Permalink Reply by Laura on August 7, 2011 at 2:41am

I will have a look for patterns... I am a total beginner for sewing clothes and I'm dithering between that and Trish's suggestion above.

Thanks for your help!

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Permalink Reply by Judy Roberson on August 7, 2011 at 11:41am

You are welcome.. Hope you enjoy your new found sewing.. [sewing clothes]..It really is so fun.. Cant wait to see ,what you come up with.. Have fun and Happy sewing.

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Permalink Reply by Susan on August 7, 2011 at 12:28pm

Colette has a nightgown, but, I wouldn't recommend it to a beginner. But you might what to check it out anyway.

One key to whatever you make is to use nice, high quality clothing cotton. Don't use quilting cotton. Won't be comfy.

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Permalink Reply by Laura on August 8, 2011 at 1:39pm

Thanks Susan. I hadn't thought too much about the material. I just assumed that a smooth old, 100% cotton sheet would be ok! I will look into it.

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Permalink Reply by Tia on August 13, 2011 at 6:26pm

Have you checked Etsy also under spaghetti strap nightgown or dress?

Here's one that might be doable.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/72987414/misses-nightgown-and-baby-doll...=

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Permalink Reply by Laura on August 16, 2011 at 5:37am

Thank you - this does look good! I live in The Netherlands though so postage here from the US gets taxed incoming. VERY ANNOYING!! I will look some more though!