Inspired by this awesome lady, Hulibug, who refashions vintage sheets into beautiful vintage inspired dresses, and also by the cute Sookie Stackhouse tie back dress, I set out to make my own bedsheet dress...
Started with a bedsheet. A pretty print floral print and a lovely colour. The fabric is a little bit stretchy, and I have a clean slate to work with as opposed to some of the messes I've had to start with! LOL
I cut out a skirt patterned after this cute wrap skirt I refashioned a few months ago and sewed up the sides, leaving an opening near the top for a couple of buttons.
I cut out some pieces to make a top modeled after a lovely vintage dress that fits me well.
I added shoulder straps and completed the top by adding a piece across the back.
I then created two ties to connect the halter back - here one is shown inside out - I sewed them that way and then reversed them for the final product. This technique is useful for hiding rough edges.
I then created two ties to connect the halter back - here one is shown inside out - I sewed them that way and then reversed them for the final product. This technique is useful for hiding rough edges.
Here are a couple of viewpoints of the final product... Hope you like it! I'm sure proud of this one ;)