Fit for Pemberley Dress
What is it about the Fit for Pemberley Dress that makes it so romantic? It could be the tri-layer skirt or empire waist that this DIY dress sports. Inspired by J.Crew, this homemade dress maintains all the sophistication of professional design without the heavy price tag. You'll be surprised that you can sew an easy dress that looks like it came straight from the tailor. It may be fit for a grand estate, but the cost of this DIY dress will make you happier than any high-end piece.
Project TypeMake a Project
Time to CompleteWeekend project
Sewn byMachine
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taraconnor777
Mar 12, 2024
I have a large,soft white nylon dress,too large,could i just fit it to my real measurements,make it an empire waist?(like this)and below the empire waitline,just separate the layers with each ruffle?Or just narrow each layer as you go up,till you get to the empire waistline?It IS about measuring,after all.
cflispart 9494736
Mar 28, 2019
An easier way to gather--zig zag over dental floss in the seam allowance. The dental floss will not break.
nataliegrace
Jun 14, 2017
What a neat dress! The name is what drew me in...who wouldn't want a dress fit for Pemberley?
losburne 5104629
Mar 09, 2016
What a lovely ideaconnect the Downton Abbey style dress with a cultural icon like First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. A J. Crew design adapted to the 1920s which reflects the English influence along with the White House imprimatur. And its easy to make, too. I could see this in a pastel for a Spring or Eater dress or a sparkly fabric with a statement necklace instead of the fabric flowers for prom.
storyteller324 247 9902
Sep 15, 2013
Very pretty- I have some very soft cotton (feels almost like silk!) that would work well for this.
pksews 0394633
Sep 15, 2013
Oh my goodness - I love anything related to Jane Austin and I absolutely love this dress. I am definitely going to make it. Thanks so much for the link to the tutorial!
nana2zs
Sep 15, 2013
Lovely dress; love the tiered skirt...speaks of sophistication and feminimity.
maririder 4616263
Sep 15, 2013
Beautiful!!! This just might have to be on the list for upcoming projects! :)
Mandy123
Sep 15, 2013
I like the pattern, but I think a different color or pattern would make me love it.
aestep81 7698645
Sep 15, 2013
Love this! Would like to also seen this done in a pattern of some sort!
Kitten With A Whip lash
Sep 15, 2013
Can't really tell from a picture of someone sitting down, taken from the side.
hildajolley 771990 6
Aug 27, 2013
Love this. I would difinitely do this in a cotton. Got some great ideas for using a shir blue print.Thank you for the picture.
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