An A-Line Dress for Summer

Christine Jonson’s A Line Dress is one of those deceiving little numbers.  It might not look like much on my dress form but on the body it transforms into something truly special.  I never fail to get compliments on this dress when I wear it out in public.  The dress is made from a knit which makes it as comfortable to wear as a nightgown.  The fit is fairly close in the upper body area and then flares just the right amount to skim over any “trouble spots”.   The dress can be made with or without the diagonal contrast section, an element I particularly like, but pay close attention when matching the two bands at the side seams.  The neckline and armholes are simply turned and stitched, making this a very simple dress to put together.

I hope everyone reading this is enjoying some summer sewing (if it is summer where you live J).  I’m still working on some swimwear and hope to have something to show for my efforts soon.   I’ve also been busy planning for and making samples of the crafts I’m going to teach in a couple of weeks at my church’s Vacation Bible School (I love this job).   I’d love to hear what you’ve got on your worktable.