Tencel Scuba Faux Wrap Dress: simplicity 9175

Dec 2

Hey everybody! Welcome back to the blog! Lol! it’s been so long since I’ve blogged it feels like a “welcome” was needed! I hope you all are well and staying healthy! I am currently trying to figure out this new chapter of life I’m in! My daily schedule and time has completely shifted, so sewing has taken an even further backseat. I don’t know how content creation will go but I’m excited to see how it all plays out. In the meantime, lets talk about my new dress.

pattern + fabric

I whipped up this Simplicity 9175 pattern about a month ago. Although its a simple dress, I really liked the faux wrap detail on the front. I made the dress using this Tencel Modal Scuba from Melanated Fabrics. This fabric is so soft and its a great stable knit fabric. Think Ponte but lighter and softer! I love it so much!

sizing + adjustments

I made this dress in a size 20 around the bust and 22 for the hips. It fit great……4 weeks ago when I made it, but after taking pics, I’m not loving all the excess fabric around the waist. Guess that means your girl lost one pound HAHAHAHA!!

For adjustments, I shortened the torso for this dress and raised the wrap so it sit at the waist. It originally was hitting me around my hips and that was not flattering for my body.