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I can't believe it but I actually have a dress this week! As embarrassing as it is to admit, it has been a bit of an emotional rollercoaster! I got so discouraged and didn't think I was ever going to pull it off but thanks to the incredible support and expertise of Casey Sew, I made my first dress using "proper" grading techniques. I added 2" to the waist and hips and reduced 1" from the bust. Sounds so simple? I have a pile of about 9 discarded attempts at pattern pieces and about 6 discarded bodice muslins! I called this dress the "Skills Tester" dress because it really tested me and resulted in my learning new skills (grading and lining a bodice properly!). I was thinking of calling it the "Stalking Casey Sew" dress... because I did kind of email stalk her seeking help and advice! Thanks so much Casey, you're a gem. I'm not a fan of the pleated cummerbund thing - don't think I'll wear it again. I rushed it, didn't follow the instructions and it didn't end well - my folds and sewing along the lines are pretty wonky. The colours were inspired by my bridesmaid dresses (jealously counts as inspiration doesn't it?). The pattern is Simplicity 2135. Apologies for the photos - it was an impressive combination of bad weather, bad lighting and only having a mobile phone camera available!
Amanda,
I am so proud of you.. You mastered that grading skill , and it shows up in this dress.I didnt do quite as well as you,.... I layed my grading project aside.... tooo frustrating.ha But, Now that I see you accomplished it..I will try again.
that is so sweet of Casey to help you..She is so nice.
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