I purchased this pattern from Farmcookies on Etsy. I do like her patterns and will be purchasing more in the future. It is labeled “intermediate sewing skills” and I would highly agree.
I used 100% polyester satin for the bodice and underskirt and organza for the sleeves and overlay. I would highly suggest that you use Fray Check when sewing with satin. I put Fray Check on every cut pattern piece edge. When you are working with 1/4″ seams it is worth the time and effort.
I serged most of the seams or used a zig zag stitch so all the seams are finished. The bodice is lined so those seams did not need to be finished. I found the organza was much easier to just finger press and pin before sewing. I made the sleeves a bit longer than the pattern piece as I was not adding lace, which is in the original pattern.
The back is completely open for easy on and off and calls for a velcro closure in the back, which I used, but you could sew on snaps or even insert a zipper if wanted.
This pattern is easy to follow and has clear instructions. I always print out my pattern and then trace the pieces onto a medium weight interfacing to use as my actual pattern so I am not cutting out the paper. These pieces will last much longer and are easy to store along with the instructions in a zip lock bag.
I am selling this dress on Etsy and if it sells will be making 2 additional in other colors.
The photo I used for the backdrop is from “Photography by Ashley Marie”