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The real wow-factor of this garment, designed by Julia Claridge, lies in the texture and slight sheen of the stretch velvet. It isn’t too tricky to work with, either. Simply finish the raw edges and work in a shallow zig zag throughout.
Cutting Guide
Note: start by taking your bust and hip measurements. The largest of these will be measurement A
Front/back panel: cut two (divide measurement A by four, add 3cm = width) x (desired length* plus 3.5cm) on the fold
Sleeve: cut two 24.5cm x 32cm rectangles
*Side of neck to hem length
1.5cm seam allowance used throughout.
Create a shift dress
1 Cut out all the pieces as indicated in the cutting guide. With the front/back panels folded lengthways, right sides together, measure 13cm in from the fold along the top and mark the side of the neckline on each piece. Measure 3cm, then a further 24.5cm, down from the top along the raw edges, then mark each point for the shoulde
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