So, I planned this project almost two years ago. Here is the original fabric order post. Here is the fabric:
This is a linen/cotton blend which should be very nice for the hot weather. This fabric has an interesting selvage and I am thinking about applying it somehow. Here is the selvage:
For the pattern - Merchant & Mills Camber Set:
I have made this dress twice before (Version 1 and Version 2) and love it but realize that it is a little big for me through the shoulders. I have modified the pattern using the tutorial at Helen's Closet and removed 5/8-inch from the shoulder. Here is the results:
Sorry for the hanger picture but the photographer is away. This pattern has become one of my most used patterns. I really should do a complete refit on it is a little bit big but still very comfy. As you can seen I chickened out on used the selvage edge on the dress.
Happy Stitching!
Camera man returned. Here's a picture with me:
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