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- A rectangle tablecloth works best. Mine measured approx 60 inches x 40 inches.
- 2 rectangular doileys, at least 20 inches each in length.
- Pinking shears.
- Sewing machine.
- Fold the tablecloth so each end comes to the middle BUT leave a gap of about 3 inches [pic # 2]
- Cut your doiley in half.
- Lay your cut doiley pieces down the center opening. This will become the front of your kaftan. Pin in place [ pics # 5 ].
- Sew the doileys onto the tablecloth [ pic # 7] and make sure you sew the doiley join too! [ pic #8]. Sew the ends up of each doiley once you get to the bottom [ pic #6 ]. It looks a lot tidier!
- You should now have a piece that looks like pic # 9. This is the top and bottom of your kaftan. The crochet feature runs down the center of your torso.
- Now we need to make some shoulders and armholes.
- First lets make shoulders. Whichever is the top of your dress measure in about 8 or 9 inches and pin. Repeat for other side. Sew each end in to that point. There now should be an opening for your head to slip through.
- Now for armholes. You will notice at this stage there are no armholes. So we need to measure down the dress approx 20 inches and make a pin.
- Get your pinking shears and cut down to that mark on each side of the dress. No seams required!
- You now should have 2 armholes and a head opening.
- Turn the whole thing inside out. Tidy up any edging with a few stitches here and there.
- Slip it on and RELAX!
love it!
ReplyDeleteI was wondering what you were going to do for sleeves. Brilliantly simple! The crochet trim looks gorgeous x
ReplyDeleteOkay, you are TOO talented! That is so unbelievably gorgeous!! ♥
ReplyDeleteAnd these will available for purchase when? So CUTE!!!!
ReplyDeleteyou look lovely !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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WOW - That just screams summer!! I am so envious of anyone who can sew .... and you are one very creative lady! Gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteOMG THAT DRESS IS SO CLEVER AND LOOKS GREAT FOR HANGING ABOUT AND RELAXING! LOVE IT!
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For someone that could barely use a sewing machine not that long ago, you are amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteyou are clever! do you sell any kaftans in your shop? i'd love to see your clothing range..
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful dress!
ReplyDeleteI'll try to make one!
xx
OMG
ReplyDeleteYou are SO clever. I love this idea!
Looks so comfortable. I am changing into warm ups for the fall.
ReplyDeleteyoure amazing.
ReplyDeleteyou amaze me more with every post.
totallyl ove this.<3
that looks stunning and cool...in two ways!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is fantastic, you are so clever!
ReplyDeleteI love love it my friend...something I can so see me living in..I just need to make it's sister..the winter one...to stay cozy and warm.
ReplyDeleteHugs. oxxoxoxo
You are clever! It's absolutely lovely - perfect for the beach.
ReplyDeletehands of health,thanks for this idea,..
ReplyDelete...I must say that was very smart!
ReplyDeleteOh my! Cutting doilies is a scary concept -- but your kaftan turned out beautifully! Cute and comfortable. Best wishes, Tammy
ReplyDeleteSimone, this is such a brilliant idea! I love the gorgeous crocheted panel:) Looks gorgeous on you! Hope you have a wonderful weekend ~ Txx
ReplyDeleteVery clever and classy for a coverup! I need a warmer one these days . Living in the Northern hemisphere cold and shorter days are on my horison.Unfortunately.
ReplyDeleteHey Simone, you look fab and I must say you are getting very clever with your sewing projects....you should do a little one of Charlie, cheers katherine
ReplyDeleteThat looks gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteLove it, Simone. But I know I'd sew my thumb in the seams.... (sigh)
ReplyDeleteThis is so lovely, Simone..., and looks so comfy!!
ReplyDeleteI love this!! You are so clever!! Wish our Spring was warmer like yours.
ReplyDeleteHi, it looks very effective!!! Have a great weekend!!! ::))
ReplyDeleteFor me october is day´s getting colder... (I live in Sweden.) Envy.
ReplyDeleteNice kaftan. Love the colors.
wow! Looks amazing! xxx
ReplyDeleteThat is so cute!!
ReplyDeleteLove it:)
its a lovely caftan
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Looks lovely on you Simone. I just want to know...when do you get the time?
ReplyDeletePam x
Gosh you are so clever - it looks great.
ReplyDeletewow - I really really love this! I'm totally making one of these! :)
ReplyDeletegosh! for a moment i thought you going to just sew the lace on the cloth. didnt realise the lace was will be place beautifully in that manner. wow!
ReplyDeleteyou clever girl this beach dress is a lovely no fuss project love it to bits and that cushion looks very good too i love your style and am impressed by your ability:)
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!! You made that look so easy :)
ReplyDeletebeautiful, i love it!
ReplyDeletegreat , article , many thanks
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! So crafty! Beautiful beach garb! I love it!
ReplyDeleteVery nice work, we only miss the summer in Germany right now.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adorable! Love the colors and the use of the lace.
ReplyDeleteI must thank you! This will be perfect !
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