This dress pattern is one that I'd earmarked since I made these pants. It's the Sunki Dress by Figgy's and a few clever design details set it apart from a simple shift dress.
* The
fit of this adorable dress runs slim and the finished length (depending
on the leg length of your little one) is mid-thigh. If you have a
little one in between sizes we suggest using the larger size. If your
little one has long legs we suggest measuring the pattern and adjust
accordingly. - See more at: http://figgyspatterns.com/patterns/sunki/#sthash.W4BGtvgk.dpuf
** Included in each Figgy’s pattern you will receive a little something extra especially for you, a lovely woven label is included . These labels will enable you to give the garment a professional finished touch and it states clearly that this garment has been lovingly crafted by hand!
Fabric Main Dress: Ikat from India
Fabric Second Version: Pickering International
Item # FIG02
$15.95
47 in stock (backorders allowed)
Overall, it's a pretty straightforward sew. The only fiddly part are the pockets but Shelly has done a neat little tutorial which I only discovered after the fact - of course. The front/back shoulders have a sweet little overlap and the sleeve features four small pleats.
* The
fit of this adorable dress runs slim and the finished length (depending
on the leg length of your little one) is mid-thigh. If you have a
little one in between sizes we suggest using the larger size. If your
little one has long legs we suggest measuring the pattern and adjust
accordingly. - See more at: http://figgyspatterns.com/patterns/sunki/#sthash.W4BGtvgk.dpufOther cute details? Sweet little pleats on the sleeves and a clever back/front overlap on the shoulders.
** Included in each Figgy’s pattern you will receive a little something extra especially for you, a lovely woven label is included . These labels will enable you to give the garment a professional finished touch and it states clearly that this garment has been lovingly crafted by hand!
Fabric Main Dress: Ikat from India
Fabric Second Version: Pickering International
Item # FIG02
$15.95
47 in stock (backorders allowed)
The pattern's product description does state that the dress is a
slim fit and recommends going up a size if making for a little one
that sits between sizes. I made an 8/9 with a three quarter sleeve and the fit is perfect, although
retrospectively I would've added a bit more to the length. The pattern
is designed to finish mid-thigh which is precisely where E's finished
up. So if you want more dress/less tunic, check the pattern measurements
and add accordingly.
* The
fit of this adorable dress runs slim and the finished length (depending
on the leg length of your little one) is mid-thigh. If you have a
little one in between sizes we suggest using the larger size. If your
little one has long legs we suggest measuring the pattern and adjust
accordingly. - See more at: http://figgyspatterns.com/patterns/sunki/#sthash.W4BGtvgk.dpuf
The fabric - Ocean Fields - is a textured blue and grey cotton/elastane and sold by the panel. Melbourne's all out but there is still limited stock available at Surry Hills. It's also available in this grey/cream colourway - Grey Flights - at our Chatswood store.
Now please excuse me while I take myself off to a corner and try to come to terms with the fact that I have a nine year old...
I wish there were a Sunki for adults! Gorgeous dress for a gorgeous (9yo!) girl.
ReplyDeleteExcellent dress! A 9 year old with 'tude. I wish I could rock around with bright orange tights...
ReplyDeleteI have this cut out and still not sewn.... and it is a month past my daughter's birthday now. Hmmm.... maybe by the end of winter? Your daughter looks great in hers. Ingrid
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful and grown up is E! I can't believe how grown up she is.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Sunki dress, well done mum. Let me slap your back again, right on the same spot :)
Oh My! I must make this pattern pronto! I love your use of this fabric. I think I need to snap some up! Your daughter looks just stunning. You must be so proud.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday E!! This is a fantastic pattern and if I had a 9 yr old girl, I'd make it too. Great job!!!
ReplyDeleteOh we need this dress in an adult size soooo badly.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous dress. And I'm loving the animated first photo, very funny!
ReplyDeletei've been wanting to make this pattern, all the versions i've seen are so cute! (p.s. my oldest daughter turned 9 recently as well... i told her she's not allowed into the double digits...)
ReplyDeleteIt looks fantastic on her. I love that last photo. I am not looking forward to my girls getting older but it will happen in a blink of an eye. Thanks for sharing.
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