quickie dress that anybody can make - Infinity Dress and link to tutorial

[rostitchery]

we've been talking about variations of this dress in the thread on the "infinity dress" in the designers homage area, and i was inspired to see what i could come up with.  i thought i'd post this here because it is quick, simple, and i think it turned out really really cute.  if you are interested, there is a tutorial HERE  Updated link >> http://rowena.typepad.com/rostitchery/infinity-dress.html.  as always, feedback is welcome!  (it helps me refine my instructions.    )

[raining_dreams]

 that is so pretty! i like the color a lot

[bambidandi]

Wow! It's beautiful! I love the style, colour ,everything about it!


What kind of fabric is that??

[rostitchery]

thank you both so much!

bambidandi, it is some polyester knit that i was donated to the costume shop last fall.  it is similar in weight to swimsuit material, but anything with at least 40% stretch will work.

[roxybadoxy]

the dress is beautiful!

[Delziela]

One seam? That is amazing.

[Chilan]

I love it... I think I want to try it!  Tonight.  And wear it tomorrow.   

Out of curiosity, what is the band around the waist for?  It is just for a bit of stability? 

And of course I would be the one to ask this but....  is this two way or four way stretch fabric?  Think it really matters?

[rostitchery]

the band is there because the back would have an unfinished edge without it. 

i used fabric that had about 40% stretch on the cross and i cut the straps so the stretch went along the width, but i think you could use 4 way and it would be fine.

there are all good questions, i need to edit my tutorial to include this information.

[reese299]

You, lady, are a genious!  I have always appreciated your comments on other's projects-you seem to have so much knowledge and experience, and make it sound so easy (or should I say you are very clear in your directions), and your sewing is always beautiful and so professional looking.

I adore this dress.  I am going to be trying my hand at it as soon as I get some decent material.

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[honorablemention]

beautiful dress- i love the kiddie pool too.