Everyone who follows my blog knows I’m Mood Fabrics biggest fan, but………..I happen to love checking out the fabric selection at of all places Ikea. I find they have fun interesting fabric that’s probably more suited for home decor or children but when I spotted the latest selection I had to grab a few yards.
Ikea has a great selection of about 40 different prints all under $9.00 a yard so you really can go wrong especially if you’re looking to experiment. Keep in mind, the quality is nothing compared to a normal fashion fabric ie: stiffer cotton and zero stretch but with a little work you can make it happen.
The fabric I purchased was in-store but if you don’t have an ikea near you, the on-line selection is pretty nice as well.
This dress was made with a self drafted pattern but any shift dress pattern with a few alterations will work.
Chandler’s dress was made using McCalls 3107. For her clothes it’s imperative they are comfortable for her or she will immediately start screaming off off off 🙁 so when I’m using Ikea fabric for her, I generally wash it first which will soften it up but because I’m pretty certain this fabric will bleed like crazy if I throw it in the machine, I placed the Ikea fabric on top of the neoprene so It’s not touching her skin. I also add velvet to the neck of all her close fitting dresses and tops for added comfort.
Can’t wait for your new patterns, you are so stylish and unique. Love the drama of this dress and damn if that baby isn’t the cutest!
Wow, the baby has really grown…you both look fab!!!
Are you going to draft a pattern for this will McCall’s
Probably not, but I’m working on getting some of them uploaded to download from my blog.
I thought this fabric looked familiar. I licked on this print on my last visit to IKEA, they only had one bolt on hand and I grabbed 5 yards. Great usage of the print!
Love this look!
Thank you