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Kimono Style Tunic Dress

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I finished up a new dress for myself a few days ago.  I had some doubts about how it was going to turn out as I neared completion, but I made a few adjustments, and I do like the final result.

Here it is:

This is the pattern I used.  It was a pdf pattern I found on Etsy.  I noticed that the seller does not currently have this pattern listed, but I am sure she could make it available if you are interested.

As you can see, the original dress is very “drapey”.  Turns out, “drapey,” is not the best look on me.  I think you have to be super skinny to pull this look off well.

For this Kimono Style Tunic dress, I cut the smallest top on the pattern, but after putting it together, I still needed to cut off around 4 inches from each sleeve and took out a lot of fabric from under the arms.  I also went back around the waistline and eliminated some of the blousy-ness of the top.

After I was done, I decided it still looked a little nightgown-ish, so I added a little belt.  To make the belt, I just cut two lengths of fabric 3.25 inches wide, added some iron-on interfacing to help keep the belt stiff, and sewed the fabric strips together, top stitching all the way around.

I found this fabric on sale at Joann’s.  They had had their Silky prints on sale 50% off.  This is a stretch Charmeuse Satin that is very wrinkle resistant.  By the time I took this picture, I had been wearing the dress around the house all day, including lots of time sitting and even a little nap w/ the kids…

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  1. Deborah March says

    July 18 at 10:01 am

    OmiGOSH, this is just GORGEOUS!! Well done you!!

    Reply
  2. Nancy StylenDecorDeals says

    July 18 at 4:27 pm

    Wow! That is gorgeous! Great job!
    Thanks so much for hopping by!
    Happily returning the follow!
    Have a great weekend!
    nancy

    Reply
  3. Delaney says

    July 18 at 4:44 pm

    This is very cute!

    Reply
  4. Brag All About It says

    July 18 at 5:19 pm

    absolutely beautiful! stopping by from the alexa hop. Following you now too on GFC!
    come by and say hellO!
    http://www.bragallaboutit.com

    Reply
  5. Cricket says

    July 18 at 5:44 pm

    Oo Looks comfortable. Thanks for the follow, following back. Have a great day!

    Reply
  6. Alissabeth says

    July 18 at 7:06 pm

    Honestly, I think you look great it in! The cinch at your waist makes you look lean. I like your version better than the picture!

    New follower from Moose & Tater's Alexa hop.

    http://www.faithfamilyfrugality.com

    Reply
  7. Becky says

    July 18 at 7:55 pm

    Very cute dress, and I agree with another commenter, your version looks much better! Thanks for the visit @ Life or Something Like It. New follower via GFC.

    Reply
  8. Twingle Mommy says

    July 18 at 8:20 pm

    The dresss looks great! I wish I knew how to sew, I keep saying I'll learn when my twins go to prechool and I have more time on my hands.

    Reply
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    July 19 at 12:48 am

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  10. Michelle says

    July 19 at 2:25 am

    It came out so cute!! Love it! I am visiting from Sumo's Sweet Stuff and I am a new follower!!! I hope you have a great week and that I see you around soon!!
    Michelle
    http://www.delicateconstruction.blogspot.com

    Reply
  11. Angela Osborn says

    July 19 at 2:40 am

    Hello! Just found you through The Girl Creative. The kimono dress looks great on you!

    Reply
  12. Tracy says

    July 19 at 7:45 am

    perfect breezy dress for summer! you did a great job! 🙂

    Thanks for visiting me at Ascending Butterfly today!

    XoXo

    Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly

    Reply
  13. Andrea says

    July 21 at 10:54 pm

    Looks great!

    Reply
  14. blesid says

    July 22 at 2:02 pm

    I think you are super skinny … so belt or no belt you look fabulous! I can only dream of sewing something for myself. Perhaps a tube top since I can only sew a straight line? Great job with your project, you've inspired me! jules

    Reply
  15. Just Jaime says

    July 22 at 2:12 pm

    Your alterations to the original design look great! Love the waistband!

    Reply
  16. Mandys Creative Corner says

    July 26 at 2:17 am

    Just gorgeous!!! I love these kind of dresses/tops!!! What a great inspiration to get off my keester and make myself one =)

    Thanks!

    Reply
  17. Faith, Trust, and a Little Pixie Dust says

    July 26 at 9:49 pm

    Adorable! Great job. Thanks for linking it up to Fab Friday! Please do come back again next week.

    Warmly, Michelle

    Reply

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