Now that summer is here (and is it ever!), my itch to sew has come back. I had some bright green fabric in my sewing stash for a while now, and I decided that this weekend it was time to make it into a dress.
I've made this dress before, and it was pretty simple to make it again. The pattern is Simplicity 2999. I lengthened it a little so it would be easier to sit cross-legged on the floor (a good idea if I want to wear it to work). I also took in the side seams at the waist because I'm skinnier now than I was when I made the dress last time. (yay!)
The pattern called for a 22 inch zipper, but I had a green 14 inch one on hand. I moved it up a little higher and put a little V in the back of the dress to accommodate the shorter length. It works!
I think dresses like this are essential for summer. I like that it's simple and lightweight to help with being out in the heat, and the bright color seems especially appropriate in the summer time.
By the way, I changed my blog header and color scheme. I'm sure you noticed :) I haven't changed the look of my blog since I started it, and I figured I was way overdue.
* from this song
Your blog looks great!
The dress is adorable on you.
Posted by: Kirsten | July 05, 2010 at 08:56 PM
I quite like that pattern! Awesome color on you. Now I need to make myself a green dress so I can wander around singing that song to myself when I'm wearing it. Love BNL.
Posted by: Jaimi | July 05, 2010 at 10:30 PM
i love everything about this dress! you look great!
Posted by: sweetea | July 06, 2010 at 10:19 AM
Wow, really cute and flattering, and pretty green! You AND your dress AND your blog look fantastic. :)
Posted by: Laine | July 06, 2010 at 06:02 PM
Love the new look!
Posted by: Nikki D. | July 07, 2010 at 12:32 AM
My summer sewing itch is back too! I love this dress, the color is fabulous - and it looks great on you, I noticed right away you were thinner too, the dress is a great cut - good for you! And I noticed the blog change too, immediately - it's fabulous!
Posted by: Stacey | July 07, 2010 at 06:45 AM
The dress looks great on you and I love the new look for the blog, too!
Posted by: Allison | July 09, 2010 at 09:20 PM
I love the dress on you. I made the same dress but decided on the largest size because I didn't want to fuss with a zipper. I like your idea about adding the v in the back.
btw, found your blog via throughtheloops.
:-)
Posted by: martha-caknitter | July 22, 2010 at 03:31 AM
Hey, this is my first time to your blog, and I love it! Great dress!
Posted by: Sweet Shoppe Kitty | July 28, 2010 at 09:12 AM