Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Fab folds sewing challenge and my entry


Big Bow Dress: Entry for Fab Folds Sewing Challenge


Beginning of this month, Rikka of Ricochet and Away invited me for her Fab Folds Challenge 2012. Since I always avoid precise measurements and techniques related to it, I thought this challenge would be a great way to get me to do some of the pleating, pin-tucks etc that I have managed to avoid so far. With that in mind I joined the challenge.


However, When I was thinking of what to make for this challenge, I came across an adorable dress with a pleat in the center and a big bow. I just couldn't help but make it. This wasn't exactly the reason I joined the challenge, but it is just so darn cute. I had to make it before it got buried in a fab fold of my brain. ( Sorry! couldn't resist)


So here's my big bow dress. I love everything about the dress, except that the fabric I chose was a pretty heavyweight so it doesn't drape the way I wanted. But the pattern is pretty easy and looks great. I need to make another version with a lighter weight. I'm thinking of doing another in a yummy color of baby-wale ( baby cord). Maybe, we could do it together then?...Hmm


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9 comments:

  1. Excellent entry, Anshu! Thanks so much for joining the challenge!

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  2. Love it! I am a big fan of bows...

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  3. Looks great, Anshu! I love the colour and the pinafore style makes it so versatile.

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  4. Really cute! Love the lining and shoulder snaps.

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  5. I just found your blog through Rikka from Ricochet and Away, I love your entry to the challenge, the dress you've done is so delicate, I really love it. I have also participated in this challenge, if you want to visit my blog, you're welcome:
    http://passionetcouture.blogspot.ca/
    With me today you have a new follower, have a nice day!
    Marisa.

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  6. So pretty! I love that deep, rich color. Thanks for sharing at I Made It! Monday. Can't wait to see what you link up this week.

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  7. My you have been busy Anshu! I love this dress - perfect for winter with that lovely heavy warm fabric!!

    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a fabulous week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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