A floral needlecord dress from 1970’s Style 1169 pattern
TOTAL TIME COMMITMENT: 17.5 hours
Cut out & transfer all pattern markings: 3 hours
Main construction: 12 hours
Lining construction: none
Finishings (buttons, hem): 2.5 hours
ADDITIONAL SEAM FINISHING, CONSTRUCTION NOTES & EXTRAS
Vertical interior seams – overlock
Raw edges on zip seam – overlock each side separately
Raw edges at gathered seam - overlock
Attach bodice facing to rest of garment – stitch-in-the-ditch
VERDICT & LESSONS LEARNT
This fine needlecord is surprising substantial, offering a slight bit of warmth for a Northern European spring summer. The length and amount of fabric also contributes to this, making it something I can wear more readily in England, for our temperate climate.
Travel itineraries for Springwear
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