Custom Dress In Progress: for Beata, Part 3
Thursday, July 8, 2010 at 03:17PM 
Things don't always go right. That's ok though, its a learning experience. In this case, as I suspected, the neck opening was too large for Beata's tiny frame. You can't tell in the photo as we've disguised it by having the back hang low. Sometimes you have to learn this through trial and error. For example, the silk yarn didn't contract as some yarns do, and the fine lace work of the crochet yoke stretches down with the weight of the fabric. On someone of a larger frame, this dress could work as is, however, for Beata, I will make a new smaller yoke. Also Beata's dress will be short, above the knee, and the belt will of course be in self fabric. I actually adored the maxi-dress version so much I think I will keep it as is for sale and make Beata an entirely new dress. Ok, so I had to try it on too. It's so comfortable. Perfect beach to evening wear....
photo taken by Maria
Reader Comments (6)
Oh wow, that's such a beautiful fabric. Great dress.
Thank you!
Beautiful dress! It's been great to see these works in progress. Thanks for sharing your process.
Has this dress sold yet?
What an amazingly beautiful dress! Do you have an online shop? Would love to check it out!
Thank you for sharing this inspiring and astonishing process. As a fiber artist I truly appreciation the evolution of your piece and applaud your work. I look forward to exploring more of it!
Blessings,
Maitri Libellule