Monday, May 19, 2008

the polka dot dress


Remember I once said I wasn't the biggest fan of polka dots ? Well, I guess I've changed my mind. I actually made a polka dot dress, a chocolate brown polka dot dress, as you can see ...


The pattern is yet another dress from this japanese book. I chose it because I loved the raglan puffed sleeves, but after I tried it on I just had to make a few changes. I inserted darts in the front and back, so it wouldn't look so baggy, and decided to dismiss the pockets in the end (although I do love pockets so I saved them in case I change my mind later on). And the tie-on ribbon around the waist was a last minute inspiration, which I happened to have in hand. Perfect for going out for tea ? Yeah, I think this will probably do ...