My week in Sewing! Make a designer inspired dress with the Simplicity S9326 pattern

[@chlomo2618]

It's so pretty! Have you seen the invisible zip method by Kenneth D King on the Threads channel? It involves basting together the seam where the zip will be installed, then pinning the zip in place. Eventually you use a hemostat (I just use my overlocker tweezers) to yoink the zipper pull to the other side and somehow it works. Not a clear explanation because I can barely get my tiny mind around it, but it's the only way I can ever get the seams to match at the waistline. Your mum might even approve 😄

[@ginaseams]

That sounds super interesting! I'll definitely check it out, I'm still not a pro at my zips and would love to be. It Mum might approve it must be good!! Thank you so much ❤️

[@chlomo2618]

"I didn't try it on because I wasn't wearing a bra and I couldn't be bothered putting one on" is pretty much the story of at least 50% of my sewing life 😂

[@ginaseams]

Why does it feel like so much effort though?! 😂

[@SewWhatsNextToday]

Glad I'm not the only one who has meltdowns when I work so hard on a piece and it doesn't fit like I wanted. Literally want to roll on the floor kicking and screaming like my toddler. 😂😂😭😭😂😂

[@kellymercer2441]

Oh my goodness, what a beautiful dress! Well done! The fabric is just perfect. I'm amazed at what you are able to accomplish with 3 young children. You are a busy lady and you inspire me. 😊

[@whatnow8362]

I love this dress and now I need that pattern! So pretty! I was thinking if a bit of elastic across the bust would work to pull it together.

[@jeannettetolomeo52]

I love the dress on you. It looks beautiful🤩

[@ljiljanaavramovic2460]

Thanks for this 😊. Here in Germany I am subscribed at Simplicity magazine and there is this pattern among others. I wanted to sew it but I am a beginner, so now when I saw it from you,maaaaybe I dare to do it 😁

[@michturner179]

So beautiful…you did a cranking job on it…..and meltdown…..we all have them from time to time😊

[@marathorne6821]

It's gorgeous! 😍 Such pretty fabric 👌 and I actually think the sweetheart neckline looks better than the pattern! Really stunning.

[@tammyc1903]

I like the neckline you made rather than the square neckline. It’s a beautiful dress. Love the fabric. Great job.

[@ginaseams]

I actually prefer it too 😆 funny how our mistakes sometimes turn out for the best!! Thank you so much 🥰

[@sewrenity]

Beautiful

[@dianegraydon1143]

Such a beautiful dress...you did well with the fit, its so hard to fit yourself...I think the sweetheart neckline suits you better...brilliant

[@vickithompson1840]

It’s gorgeous and looks stunning on you. Felt so sorry for you when your tea fell over, but you triumphed on. Well done on recreating your inspiration, it’s been a great success 🤗🤗🤗

[@ginaseams]

Thank you so much!! Honestly I've never had that happen before and was ready to give it for the day at first 😂

[@sewaldodiy]

Beautiful dress and the fabric is ❤!

[@ginaseams]

Thank you 🥰🥰

[@MM-pe9ik]

looks beautiful 😍

[@abundantlyinspired]

I mean...... Gorgeous!!!!!😍😍 Love the fabric, you did an amazing job!!!🩷I'm also a chaotic sewist and to date have not been brave enough to do a sew-along. 😁But you inspire me!

[@sharoncrawford6450]

Your dress turned out beautifully! I have this pattern but haven’t made it yet. I’ll probably save it for next summer but I do love the way your dress turned out. Lovely fabric! 👗🪡🧵🥰

[@MichaelaWagner]

Talk about a prewash hahaha Thank you for sharing your entire journey! I tend to beat myself up when I make simple little mistakes in the process like accidentally putting all of the bodice together, so it's comforting to know we all do! (even if i knew it, but it's good to see proof haha)

[@whatnow8362]

The dress is so pretty! I’m definitely checking out that pattern and giving it a go for springtime. That fabric is so perfect!

[@g6fancy378]

Do you mind sharing your measuremnts at the time you made this dress. I am in the process of makign it and we are similar in size and shape. I am planning to add sleeves. Wish me luck! I'm really loving your channel.

[@katharinecarolan9164]

Love the dress it is beautiful. However did you ever finish your blue coat as I am waiting to see what you got on with the pattern before I get it ago maybe x

[@woogies37]

What is the pink shirred dress you are wearing please....its beautiful

[@kathleenahearn581]

I also had an issue with the front gapping.

[@kathleenahearn581]

How did you solve for that. I am hesitating to completely taking the bodice apart. I also did a sample to check fit before cutting the size I sewed. Any thoughts on fixing without dismantling the whole thing.