LOVE NOTIONS AURORA DRESS : SWAYBACK ADUSTMENT FOR A DRESS WITH DARTS AND NO CENTRE BACK SEAM

 

Today I am sharing with you the newest pattern by Love Notions called the Aurora Dress.

This pattern also comes in a tunic length and it is truly a beautiful pattern.

The pattern is quite easy to sew and you will love the outcome.

But one adjustment I had to make was a swayback adjustment and I thought I would share the process I used with you.

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The pattern comes with great features : 

 So here are the steps to be done on the paper pattern for the swayback. 

Step 1:

Divide the amount that you  need to adjust by in 2 . My sway back is extreme - like 2 " and so I had to make a 1" adjustment on the bodice and another 1" on the skirt.

Step 1:

Using a fabric marker draw a straight line from your 1" mark to end at the bodice hemline, stopping  at the base of the first dart leg

Step 3:

Cut the paper pattern along the marked line 

Step 4 : Use the paper pattern to cut out your fabric which will look like this. 

Your adjusted paper pattern is now ready, the following steps are on your fabric. 

Step 5 : Sew your darts as per the pattern instructions. Pin the bodice and skirt back pieces  right sides together.

Step 6 : 

Sew the bodice and skirt together. 

Continue making the dress as per the pattern instructions.

The dress is really cute and the the pocket style really elevates the dress. Here is a picture of how to attach the pockets to the dress.

I hope you enjoy making your dress. Happy Sewing!!

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Debbie