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Sunday, August 19, 2012

2 DIY Sheath Dresses: Lace & Paisley

I've been on a dresses and skirts kick lately.  I used McCall's M5972 as the basis for both dresses and changed just a few things on each.

The yellow lace sheath features little gathered pleats on the skirt while the blue paisley features 2 large pleats + little sleeves.

DIY Yellow Lace Sheath (lined)
DIY Blue Paisley Sheath

 Pleating details on each:
Gathers

Deep pleats on either side of torso
It's a shame that the blue paisley pattern gets lost when viewed from a distance.  I think it's so pretty!

I wanted to try sleeves for something different on the paisley, but I'm not loving this look.  I'm currently debating adding structured sleeves (like Wendy's here) or making it sleeveless.

What do you think?  Different sleeves or no sleeves on the blue dress?
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25 comments:

  1. MeAugust 19, 2012 at 1:45 PM

    Very pretty! Will adding the structured sleeves to the paisley still allow you to wear a cardigan over it without looking lumpy? If so, I say go for it! It is a cute look!

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    1. SewPetiteGalAugust 21, 2012 at 8:33 PM

      Hmm, good question! Will have to play around and see!

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  2. AnonymousAugust 19, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    I love the no sleeves on the blue dress :) though Wendy's version is quite cute too :) Wow I love how you can sew pretty much anything!

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  3. AnnaAugust 19, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    SPG, have you gone pro lately? You can replicate practically any dress J. Crew prints in its catalog - for cheaper and with greater quality. I *really* need to learn how to sew so I can start making my own shift dresses and silky blouses.

    Seriously, way to go - you look radiant! (and possibly better than in any other dress).

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  4. JoyAugust 19, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    You're amazing. If I were as talented as you, then I might never have to buy clothes again. I'd just make them myself if I knew how...lol. I love the yellow dress. as for the the blue paisley, I think that no sleeves makes it more versatile. but I'm sure whatever you do will look great.

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  5. LaurenAugust 19, 2012 at 3:05 PM

    I like those structured sleeves a lot. Go for it!

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  6. UnknownAugust 19, 2012 at 5:02 PM

    Oh wow! SPG, those are 2 beautiful dresses!! Love the detailing. I like it without sleeves.

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  7. PingAugust 19, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    great jobon both dresses!! i love the cap sleeves to. would love to see you incorporate it!!

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  8. Amber @ EasyPetiteLooks.comAugust 19, 2012 at 6:49 PM

    i really love the sleeves on the blue dress in the pic. they look so elegant. such a great pattern on both of them.

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  9. With Each Passing DayAugust 19, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    Another amazing job on the dresses. I would love to see the cap sleeves on the blue dress. Can you pin out the sleeves to the dress and show us it looks with the sleeves?

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    1. SewPetiteGalAugust 21, 2012 at 8:33 PM

      I can do you one better. I have a post coming up that will have a black dress with the structured sleeves :)

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  10. AllisonAugust 19, 2012 at 11:55 PM

    OMG they are both gorgeous! The paisley one is my favorite!! I actually really like the way the sleeves are already! You are so talented!
    :)
    Allison
    A's Fashion Files

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  11. AnonymousAugust 20, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    Keep those interesting sleeves! They also make the arms look more slender.

    When my weight fluctuates the 1 or 2 lbs due to the lovely cycle, my upper arms get that little dumpling bulge viewable from the front so I tend to look for tops with features/details that give the illusion of more slender arms = ).

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    1. AnonymousAugust 20, 2012 at 12:46 AM

      The structured sleeves on Wendy's dress is a good alternative though! I think the current sleeves work better with the print of your dress though.

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    2. SewPetiteGalAugust 21, 2012 at 8:34 PM

      Thanks for weighing in! I very much appreciate it :) I have a structured sleeves post coming up - probably Sunday.

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  12. Sandy a la ModeAugust 20, 2012 at 4:46 AM

    love the prints!!

    xo,
    Sandy
    Sandy a la Mode

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  13. SSAugust 20, 2012 at 7:50 AM

    They are so gorgeos SPG!!! Love that yellow lace dress so much. I love paisly too but those sleeves are just not for me... I just like no sleeve or more sleeve.

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  14. ~rAugust 20, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    i really love the deep pleats. i like the volume without sacrificing structure.

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    1. SewPetiteGalAugust 21, 2012 at 8:34 PM

      Thank you! They make for a great tummy hider :)

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  15. MarAugust 20, 2012 at 10:28 AM

    I'd go without sleeves. So much more versatile. Add interest with a little jacket.

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  16. aki!August 20, 2012 at 10:02 PM

    You never cease to amaze. I think structured sleeves. That'd be cool to see!

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  17. Always MayleeAugust 21, 2012 at 1:20 PM

    Seriously, you are just amazing. I can't believe you made these! I love both of these dresses. For the blue dress, I think the structured sleeves would look really nice.

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  18. Caro *August 27, 2012 at 2:25 AM

    Beautiful dresses, you are talented !!

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  19. lisacngAugust 27, 2012 at 10:02 AM

    I love the lace over the yellow one. And you could make a cap sleeve for the blue one, and detachable! LOL, I have no idea. You're the expert!

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  20. bir kum tanesiSeptember 9, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    Gerçekten çok hoş elbiseler.

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