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The Olivia Dress - A Dress for Summer to Fall

9/14/2017

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There has been so much going on over here, getting back to school, a new pattern in the works and lots of sewing.  I've made loads of samples for the new pattern (I can't wait to share it!), new fall samples for my current patterns and some new transitional and fall pieces for my wardrobe.  I'm still busy putting the finishing touches on the new pattern but I thought I'd take a moment to share a quick dress I made to take me from summer to fall.
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This is the Olivia Dress from StyleArc patterns.  Although this is my first time using a StyleArc pattern, I have a student that's been using them and has had great success.  This dress couldn't be easier, 5 pieces in total including the facings which is perfect for me when I want a quick dress that's as easy to pull on as shorts but looks cute enough for dinner. I've been saving some patterns ideas for a dress like this on my Pattern Box Pinterest board and now I finally added it to my closet. The fabric is a medium weight brushed chambray with a white pinstripe from The Fabric Store in LA.  This dress is cute with sandals right now but it'll also be great with a darker belt and boots as it gets cooler.  For sure I'll be using this pattern again and next time I'm going to add pockets to the sides.
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The Olivia dress is easy enough for a beginning sewist but keep in mind StyleArc patterns have minimal instructions with few drawings so some garment construction experience would be helpful.

I'll be sharing more makes and a new pattern soon!  Be sure to follow me on Instagram as I share more about what's going on in the studio there.

Keep sewing my friends!  Diane
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Labor Day Sale!  25% off All Patterns

9/1/2017

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It's a 3-day weekend which means there's more time to sew!  Let's celebrate with 25% off all PDF patterns in the store now through 9/5/17.  That means all patterns are only $7.50!  Use coupon code "WEEKEND" for the discount.  

Sew away the weekend and enjoy!
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