Today I spent some time working on my Ball Gown Makeover Project.
The first step is gathering up the fashion fabric (outer layer) to make a pleated bodice.
I used doubled thread for strength – small stitches on top and large stitches underneath.
After sewing the length of each seam, I held the thread and gathered the fabric.
I also decided to leave the bottom 8 inches or so un-gathered .
One challenge I have, is the zipper in the back prevents me from gathering the fabric as high as I’d like.
So it will have to be gathered up to the waist in the front, hips to the side, and lower in the back.
Oh and another thing.
I think I need to find someone to wear it while I do these alterations.
It’s kinda hard to pin material around ones bum while in a tightly laced bodice.
(Not to mention trying to take pictures of one’s bum for one’s blog.)
Can someone please come unzip me now?
Have you ever given an old formal gown a makeover?
What are your favorite shoes to wear around the house?
(I heart my fluffy flip flops!)
February 8, 2012 at 1:08 pm
this is turnign out soo cute…ur soooooo creative…
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February 8, 2012 at 1:08 pm
Your dress is turning out AMAZING!
February 8, 2012 at 1:09 pm
ohhh idk how to take my blog off that comment >:/
February 8, 2012 at 1:32 pm
Very nice. Looking forward to the finished version. Hope you get unzipped.
February 8, 2012 at 2:14 pm
It going to look so great! I refuse to wear shoes in the house. I prefer to be barefoot as much as possible.
February 8, 2012 at 2:58 pm
Gorgeous! Man I wish I could sew!
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February 8, 2012 at 3:32 pm
*GASP!* I cannot wait to see what it looks like when you finish, Ann Marie! It looks gorgeous already!!
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February 8, 2012 at 6:04 pm
I came across this on Pinterest, maybe it can help you http://etsylabs.blogspot.com/2007/03/dress-form-tutorial-want-to-make-exact.html
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February 8, 2012 at 6:17 pm
Looking good!!!!!
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February 8, 2012 at 6:55 pm
Even with the low zipper issue, it’s looking GREAT! Many kudos for pinning yourself in that… I don’t think I’d be able to do that! Can’t wait to see the final product!
P.S. LOVE the fluffy flip flops!
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February 8, 2012 at 7:01 pm
I think it looks great so far! And you have some mad skills for pinning the dress while you’re wearing it! Gah! Can’t WAIT to see the finished product!!
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February 8, 2012 at 7:07 pm
Oh wow! Vavavoom!! That’s going to be fabulous. I’d just like an excuse to have/wear a ballgown. How FUN!
February 8, 2012 at 7:15 pm
I love it! I always wanted a red dress for a ball. Maybe next time.
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