Tessuti Fabrics Eva Dress

I loved making this dress it went together like a dream. I actually hacked it following a post I saw using the Eva dress as a pinafore for a warmer outfit. The blog was WINTER EVA TUNIC DRESS IN NERO KUREPU and changed the shape of the armholes and neck. I don’t usually have the skills to hack patterns but this one was very simple. I had read a review that said the bodice was a little on the small so I did a mock up and it fitted perfectly but ever doubtful I did then enlarge it a tiny bit in case I wanted a thicker jumper underneath.
The only other alterations I did was to abandon cutting out bias binding as I decided to line the bodice. That worked really well and I think improved the dress. I also used French seams. I bought bias binding for the hem as my fabric, lambswool flannel frayed like mad.
I really like the way the dress is fitted but so comfortable to wear, the shape is great. I’ve made so many baggy, oversized dresses lately that I like on others but have decided really don’t suit me. I can see this been used for summer dresses and thinking about making one in denim.
I totally recommend this pattern

I’ve just finished making this dress and I am in love with it! Tessuti patterns are hand drafted which worried me at first but shouldn’t have done...the pattern was really well drafted with plenty of notches and everything fitted together perfectly. The sizing was spot on too, and the pocket construction was different to previous pockets, but the finish is so much better and the whole thing feels well made. The lantern shape hides a multitude of sins too, so will be perfect for big lunches on holiday!
I used 2m of 140cm wide denim chambray for version B, which was quite a bit less than the pattern called for.