I wish I could remember what the fabric I used was. Both were cotton blends, and the dress material had a bit of stretch to it, and on the right side had an interesting diagonal weave.
I don't have any photos from when I was making the outfit, unfortunately. Mainly because I started sewing about three and a half weeks before the wedding!
I added belt carriers to the dress as the belt flopped down a bit. I didn't want to attach it too tightly, or else the fabric would bunch too much.
This was also the first time I've made a jacket! I used the dress fabric for the lining, and I happened to have some very pretty buttons lying around.
This was definitely a big challenge for me. The dress wasn't as simple a pattern as I thought - the side panels were a particularly difficult learning curve. However (with the coaxing of Louella) I made toiles for both the jacket and dress, and remade them where necessary. It is a crucial part of making the garment, I've discovered!
I am very pleased with the jacket. It is comfortable and warm, and fits well. The dress has a lot of sewing flaws, but I was in such a rush I couldn't fix them!
All an all an enjoyable project, minus the stress of making it in a short time.
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