This dress came with a mix of highlights, outtakes, and a healthy lesson in patience. This was my second time sewing Simplicity S9539 , this time using Minerva’s Exclusive Timber Tiger viscose challis , and while I went in knowing what to expect, the pattern still asked for my full attention. It’s one of those makes that looks simple at first glance but really shines only after you put in the work to make it your own. THE PATTERN: This dress is Simplicity S9539 , and this was

What started out as an entry for the KISS – Keep It Simplicity Sis challenge quickly spiraled into something so much better: my new favorite dress. The challenge was simple—make something from a Simplicity pattern—but somewhere between picking and cutting fabric this dress gave-Spotlight. And honestly? I’m not mad about it. THE PATTERN: I used Simplicity 9544, Misses Dresses & Jumpsuits. It’s rated Easy to Sew and has three views. Each view showcases elastic on the sleeves

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