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Geometric Knit Dress

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I started out making this dress using Simplicity/Built By Wendy pattern 2863. But I didn't like how loose the sleeves were. So, i recut the sleeves and armscye using the knit dress pattern from the book Sew U Home Stretch.

It's comfortable to wear. I like it ok, but probably not my favorite ever. The fabric has this geometric pattern that's kind of trippy for the eyes.

Beth

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