Fun Projects

Sewist: Connie

Project:	Formal Evening Dress
Fabric:	Silk dupioni
Lining:	China Silk with a boned foundation of silk organza and China silk
Buttons:	none
Pattern:	Vogue V1108 by designer Kay Unger
Notes:	This sensational designer dress was no easy feat for this accomplished sewist and student of more than 30 years. With its meticulous detail, boning, and underlinings, Connie's finished project was a show-stopper at the formal wedding she attended and received many compliments. Connie, a former home economics teacher, is a student and substitute teacher here at the studio.