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From Tablecloth to Ball Gown
During one of my thrift store visits, I found this shimmering tablecloth that seemed full of potential. It got me thinking: could this tablecloth be transformed into an elegant ball gown?
This project revolves around that idea, turning an everyday item into a piece of fashion. It's a sustainable approach to creating something unique, making it perfect for those who are environmentally conscious and love DIY.
If you're interested in trying this out, the pattern is available on my Patreon.
In the video I show you in detail how I have sewn it and give you some tips and tricks a long the way.
If you prefer to read, you can also follow the written guide or use it to look up a step again.
Have fun sewing!
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Allow Cookiesdon'tIn the video I show you in detail how I have sewn it and give you some tips and tricks a long the way.
Have fun sewing!
For this project you will need:
Once you've cut all the bodice pieces, add the interfacing to the lining for structure. It's also important to overlock or zigzag-stitch the edges to prevent fraying.
Always start with a mock-up. This way you can make the necessary adjustments to ensure that the dress fits perfectly and elegant in the end.
Sew together the princess seams, the center front seam and the side seams.
Add boning channels to the lining on the princess seams, side seams, and the triangle cutout. This provides the dress with the necessary structure.
If you want some extra support, you can craft cups using bra foam and secure them on the top edge.
Assemble the outer pieces in the same way as the lining, by sewing the princess seams and center front seam. If you didn’t close up the side seams in the pattern, sew it together as well.
Prepare loops for the lace-up back by sewing a tunnel, turning it inside out and cutting it in pieces.
Place the loops on the center back seam, and then sew the lining and outer fabric together on the top edge, the side and the triangel.
Sandwich the bottom edge of the bodice in between the outer and inner part of the waistband.
Create a negative pattern (a pattern that does not show the wanted part, but the part to cut away) by drawing a circle with the circumference of your waist plus 2cm (1”) for seam allowance so you will be able to put in a zipper.
Cut off 1 cm (1/2”) alllaround the circle to create seam allowance for attaching to the waistband.
Cut and overlock or zigzag stitch the edges and attach the skirt to the outside waistband. Let the lining hang loose for now.
Insert an invisible zipper in the back, making sure the print on your fabric aligns well on the two sides of the zipper.
Attach the waistband lining by stitching in the ditch from the outside.
Lastly hem the skirt.
If you don't want to make the pattern yourself, you can access the one I made and graded for different sizes on Ko-Fi. It's Pay what you want and you can try it for free.
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