Infinity Gown

A couple weeks ago, I used a sewing machine to sew a dress for a black-tie event that I would be attending...my first attempt at machine-sewing a garment, ever. I didn't want to make anything too complicated - I just wanted something simple and practical, yet elegant. I've had my eye on the infinity dress (pure genius) for a while now, and after seeing the very attractive results of a few other talented ladies, I decided to take the plunge and try my hand at making one for myself. I purchased extra fabric in case there were any mishaps. Of course, there was also a "Plan B" already hanging in my closet (who cares if I've already worn it before?) in case things the sewing gods really had it in for me.

I first used this instructable to make a floor-length A-line skirt. I was already aware that there was very little floor space available in my apartment, but this project really drove it home. It's a really big challenge to get fabric to lie flat when it's on top of a bed. But I somehow managed, and cut out the pieces. I sewed the pieces together, and due to the interest of time, did not finish any of the seams. If I could do it all over again, I would have taken the extra time to make the inside of the dress look as good as the outside. I did not bother making the waistband in the tutorial, opting to sew the waistband and shoulder straps to the skirt in one go. Next time, I think I will first finish the skirt with the waistband, and then attach the straps - just so the dress looks as well-assembled off as it does when it's on.

Sewing the dress was a breeze, and I spent some time playing with the shoulder straps and tying them in different ways. I love how the length of the straps allows for many different styles. Although the dress was less than perfect, it looked pretty darn good on, if I do say so myself.

At the last minute, I decided that I needed to put something in my hair.  I used fabric scraps to make little flower hairpins, which took all of 5 minutes.  I don't really have a good photograph, but you get the idea.

Comments

[Oiyi]

That looks like a store bought dress! You did a fabulous job on it! WOW! It's extremely flattering on you.

[Kari]

Shirley - it's beautiful, and you look gorgeous in it! I love the extra hair flowers, you always add that special touch!

But, what kind of fabric did you use??? Was it a stretch or woven, and natural or synthetic or blend? I'm so curious!

[Gema]

Muchas gracias por tu post. Que bien que sabes español¡¡¡ Sin embargo, my English is really horrible. Me encanta visitar tu blog porque siempre tienes cosas muy bonitas e interesantes, sobre todo tus gurimis y joyas. Preciosos¡¡¡ Un afectuoso saludo desde España. Hasta la próxima¡¡
PD: el vestido te ha quedado fenomenal.

[Bea]

I am so, so happy that you decided to continue with your blog. I have decided to crochet myslef after reading your posts couple of years ago and now I can't leave without it.
Made the cranberies cake for my husband and he loved it :)
I have been missing your posts and pictures
Welcome back!!
Bea