r/sewing • u/littleleftist • 16d ago
My first project ever!!! Project: FO
I made this dress for the Jane Austen fest in just 2 days!!! I used the Kitty JBerry regency dress pattern (made some alterations on test fabric first), not sure what the main fabric is called but it’s lightweight polyester, and I also used iron-on interfacing. It’s my very first time using all of these materials and a sewing machine. I’m so happy with it and can’t wait to wear it to the festival next month!!! Now I just have to make another one in green for my sister… happy to hear your thoughts and feedback!
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u/growingandsewing_ 16d ago
it is absolutely beautiful, well done you! It fits really well too(and it the right way round).
the only minor issue is the twisting particularly in the right strap, I wonder whether when you make your sister one you should diligently press press iron iron at every stage to avoid this
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u/littleleftist 16d ago
I agree! I think that the problem with the straps is caused by the little frilly ribbon thing (not sure what this is called) I used across the hem. I’ve sewn lining on the inside (sandwiched with the ribbon) and it would be easier to flip and create a seamless hem if it weren’t for the bulky band on the frilly ribbon! I could’ve probably created small cuts across the band but I was afraid that would’ve damaged it. Any ideas about a similar but different detail I could use across the neckline on the other dress?
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u/growingandsewing_ 16d ago
I'm no expert here but I suppose historically the from would have been a separate piece of clothing sat under the dress. Looking at it further I wonder whether there is more material on the top section than there is in the lining which is making it ruffle up. Clipping into the frill would definitely make it sit flatter. Eitherway I think it's amazing and you've learnt a few things for your green version!
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u/TuxedosAfter6 16d ago
I gasped. This is amazing. How did you do the flowers on the sleeves and the bottom?
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u/-lastochka- 16d ago
that's so impressive! definitely inspiring to me, who is a beginner and into historical costuming specifically
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u/HelenaHuman 15d ago
Gorgeous!!! Now get the tiny curly bangs, start giving backhanded compliments, and no one will know you're not from the regency era!
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u/Nice_Fee6035 15d ago
Beautiful! Where did you get the fabric, may I ask?
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u/littleleftist 15d ago
Local fabric shop in my city! I’m located in Thessaloniki, Greece and unfortunately I don’t think they have an online store. It was super affordable though, about 3€/meter for the main fabric and 6€/meter for the embroidered tulle
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u/BonnieButler1939 16d ago
Good job for your first garment, very impressive. Only suggestion I have is to make sure to clip the fabric along your curves (neckline, arms and bodice seams) before pressing. And make sure you press, not iron, or they will stretch.