Making this dress for the first time. I want a flowy maxi and this looked simple.
Turned out this belt (not a part of the pattern) is hiding a few things.
There's a midriff panel and skirt is gathered on. More pieces than I expected. Still doable.
LaTrica
· 1 month ago
Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118
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SewHayleyJane
· 1 month ago
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What a strange thing to do on the pattern cover - covering up the details with the belt!!
It looks lovely though, looking forward to seeing how it's comes along. What fabric are you using?
LaTrica
· 1 month ago
A poly challis I bought from Marcy Tilton a few years ago.
I don't have many patterns for fabrics like this so they've been building up in my stash.
SewHayleyJane
· 1 month ago
Admin
Ooh wowww!! That is such a funky fabric!!
Kim
· 1 month ago
Fabulous colours. Very nice x
LaTrica
· 1 month ago
I cut out my pieces onto muslin with a wide border. Then I traced my markings with a light box and markers.
The lines are the actual seam lines. Since they're vividly marked I don't need to establish a firm seam allowance. I just sew along the lines.
It's so easy this way and I wish I could figure out how to do all my sewing this way.
This took longer than I expected. Will do the actual fitting another time.
SewHayleyJane
· 1 month ago
Admin
I've never seen this before, I'm not sure I fully understand. Did the pattern not come with seam allowance? So the pattern pieces you've traced onto muslin, is this for a toile?
LaTrica
· 1 month ago
So you make the pattern using your own measurements and their guide tape. It doesn't have seam allowances once completed.
LaTrica
· 1 month ago
Adding a picture of the process.
Kim
· 1 month ago
I like how the belt zinches in the waist.
It's funny how so of the detail gets lost in the picture.
What fabric are you using?
LaTrica
· 1 month ago
I finished the first and second muslin!
I had to take 1 1/2" out of the bodice (front and back) to get everything properly in place.
Then I added width to the midriff pieces.
The neckline seemed to fit well but I felt 1/2" I could pinch out. So I did because these V-necks can stretch.
I made a second muslin because I thought there would be issues with the sleeve. However there were no issues.
SewHayleyJane
· 1 month ago
Admin
This is looking really good! Have you made a lutterloh pattern before? I've been having a little look into and it's really interesting!
LaTrica
· 1 month ago
I've made maybe a half dozen before. I generally do the simple ones since there aren't any instructions.
I also used a few for my daughter when she was smaller. It's like having the same pattern in a large size range.
I have so many! They release new packs seasonally for about $20.
SewHayleyJane
· 1 month ago
Admin
There are no instructions?!?! Oh my goodness, this is a whole different world of sewing patterns!
LaTrica
· 1 month ago
To stay on track I write a quick checklist, mostly order of operations. This also allows me to work through any construction questions.
I once made a Lutterloh button up. Without formal instructions I just looked to David Coffin's Shirtmaking book for tips. Was actually interesting. Much more laid back then expected.
Adele
· 1 month ago
Community Member
Lovely pattern and that fabric looks amazing. I'm going to love watching this come together 😊
LaTrica
· 1 month ago
I have a whole fitted pattern now!
I always forget how long this part takes. I'm not just tracing the previous pieces but I'm also turning corners into curves, placing my markings, and adding seam allowances.
Since I walked my seams and they match, I don't need many match points. However these midriff pieces look similar and the sleeves require easing. So I added notches.
Next I get to cut my fabric. Currently in the wash.
SewHayleyJane
· 1 month ago
Admin
Wow I am so impressed with the amount of work that's gone into this! Absolutely incredible, so excited to see it come together now!
LaTrica
· 1 month ago
I cut my fabric yesterday! This is a lightweight poly challis so I now hate it but we're moving along.
Having many small pieces meant I didn't have to get long lengths of this fabric to behave identically while cutting. I just lined up and weighed down a half yard at a time.
While doing this I discovered a flaw. This fabric is printed and there is a small pleat/fold that went unnoticed. The interior of that fold is bright white. I just cut around it.
The skirt is just a rectangle of ~140 cm. I simply used the entire fabric width and cut to a length of 39" (measured while making my muslin).
Instead of facings I'm going to self-line the entire bodice. I thought about adding a half lining to the skirt since this fabric seems thin but I do want it to be light and airy. The gathers may add some opacity.
Next I get to actually sew.
SewHayleyJane
· 4 weeks ago
Admin
Oooh exciting times! Glad you were able to cut around the fold, and I think lining it is a good idea - might make the poly a bit more comfortable next to your skin.
Sounds like a slippery nightmare but good it's all big pieces!
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