I recently finished a denim dress using a Built by Wendy pattern, Simplicity 3835.
I cut the fabric the length of the dress but used the sleeves and ties for the mini-dress. To cut down on the bulk of the denim and spice up the overall look, I used a contrasting fabric for the facing of the arm ties and the pockets.
I also cut bias binding from the contrasting fabric and applied it around the zipper opening and at the hem.
It's a very easy dress to wear and lots of fun.
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