I was thinking of sewing a gingham dress for quite a long time but, surprisingly, I couldn't find an appropriate 100% cotton fabric. But as soon as I found one I picked it for my next project for Minerva Craft Blogger Network. Paired with McCalls 6696 pattern it was turned into a vintage style shirt dress.

As you can tell, I hacked this pattern by adding a full circle skirt and a side zipper. I prefer it this way but I'm sure I'm going to use this pattern in its original design too.

This pattern appears to be a bit loose in the waist and too tight in shoulders and underarm area. But those were the only adjustments I had to do.

I used:

Gingham Cotton Chambray Fabric in Mint Green

McCalls Pattern 6696 Shirt Dresses

Ric Rac in Mint

Crown Flower Shape Plastic Buttons in Mint Green

Rectangle Plastic Buckle Fastener in Ivory

Concealed Invisible Zip 40cm in Pale Green

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