Hello folks! Nathan was reading Moby Dick to me as I worked on this project. Hence, it is called the Melville dress. I think the tie-dye pattern is very oceanic, don’t you?
I used Vogue 1236, one of the DKNY patterns. For something that’s so simple and fast to make, I really like the end result! I made some minor adjustments – widening the sash, taking in the bust and adding an inch or two to the hips. There is a lot of ease everywhere except for the hips, depending on your measurements.
Melville dress is being worn today for the Me-Made-May challenge, which you can see here. You can also check out our photo pool here and see the awesome outfits everyone else has been putting together!
super cute! nice work.
xo alicia
Wowswers. I have this pattern and it's been waayyyy down the list of projects but seeing it in a fabric like this…spectacular! Consider it pinned!
Thank you!
What a nice compliment! I totally agree, the simplicity of the dress does well with a crazy fabric
Sweet! You could probably modify it fairly easily for something like this.
Nice work, Pretty Lady; (and nice photo Nathan). Do you suppose you could teach me to alter my own shirts?
Why, thank you! We should have a sewing night when you guys get back into town.
I've been browsing your blog I am loving ALL your makes! Gorgeous colors and great fitting garments. Well done!
Thank you so much! I checked out your blog – you made that amazing blue Darling Ranges dress! Nice to meet a fellow bright-color enthusiast!
Love this! It's gorgeous! And I love Moby-Dick, too– great inspiration!
Nice to hear from another Melville appreciator!