I coincidentally made the Burdastyle dress, based on the same pattern as Kristina's. So after that, we also had the same idea on reviewing one dress  pattern,... still from BS. Meaning : we will be making the BS dress with our own personal touch, then upload it on BS on the same date, which's on the 31 of january 2013.

I've been eyeing this pattern for some time. I wanted to make the dress on black linen material...something formal. But when I read the instructions, its say work with stretch material only. And I don't have any of black stretchy fabric. So I was a bit annoyed with the choice of pattern. On the other hand,I do really want to review this pattern.

I came across this sober green out from my stash. It's cotton blend and elastane! Looking at the colour, I decided to make an-everyday-dress instead of once-in-a-while dress,.. ^^,... but then, where do you think ur going dress up like that??!!!
I like it with the belt, my husband prefer without. How bout you?

Oh well,... I think I like the dress... just wonder where I can go to...?!
Thanks for reading ^^

I found this website where you can print out croquis template to help you to design clothes, ... you know,.. so you have a view about how the dress will look like before cutting the fabric..... it help, in my case..
Check what I did already today with the template,... so much practical than to draw the female body yourself from scratch.
I cleaned and oiled my sewing machine today, so no sewing activity until tomorrow I guess,... coz I'd like to let the oil properly lubricating every necessary parts.
Check this HOW TO OIL SEWING MACHINE for reference.

I never leave the house without sunglasses inside my bag. Not like I want to look like a diva or to look cool,... not such thing! But it's bcoz my eyes is very sensitive to the light,... so much...it hurts! The problem is, I don't like that bulky sunglasses hard-case from the shop... in the end I just tossed my glasses inside my bag everytime, without its protection... so my glasses end up being scratches all over it lens. Not cool at all,...

I just bought this diva sunglasses with 70% discount! That's why I don't want to scratch it, otherwise it will look worn out. Beside I wouldn't be able to buy it again for full price.

Simple case like this is supeeeerrrrrrrrrrr easy to make. You just cut rectangular, my size is 36cm x 14cm, includes 1 cm seam allowance. I think I will show you how to make this with pictures next time.... coz one picture tells a thousands words ^^

My friend, Ibu Mei Mei called the other day to informed that we were invited to a dinner with Mrs. Ambassador (Indonesia for Spain). I've never been to a formal dinner before with The diplomat. ... Help!!!!!!!!! I don't know how to dress!

I don't like to sew with synthetic material, but in this case... it's gonna be a night-time occasion, and I need the sheen where I can only obtain it from synthetic material,...or from real Silk,.. which too much out of reach,...am I right??!!
To be honest, I actually worried wearing synthetic dress bcoz it absorb the bad body odour easily... even though I had to rely my self confident only on my perfume that night,... hahaha

We went to dine in Italian restaurant around Playa Americas. The restaurant is calm, cosy, classy, affordable and relax at the same time. I had a plate of Papardelle with carbonara sauce, which was superb. And my husband get the same type of pasta with Mushrooms sauce, which I like it more,.. more delicate and creamy taste... I had a fork from his plate...
We also had a bottle of House wine and strawberry with a scoop of chocolate ice cream for me, while he had a coffee.
The dinner and the meeting went smoothly,... I proven to worry for nothing in the end.

This is the second time I review this pattern from BS magazine. The first time was HERE
I didn't quite satisfied with the 1st dress. But this time is outstanding! I really like the dress,....so much... it hurt! I could tell I hit the jackpot on picking up the material for this dress. P.E.R.F.E.C.T!!
I took liberty changing the collar, didn't actually turn up like what I imagine it, but didn't come out bad either. The sleeves are 3/4 length, but I fold little bit inside coz otherwise I couldn't move my arms. It's absolutely a non stretch synthetic material, remember...!!????
I actually wore homemade petticoat underneath. My husband prefered without, but I'm in the mood for the whole Cinderella dress.
When I was in the making of this dress, I imagined Ms. Steele dress.... the one Mr. Grey like to unzip it in The fifty shades of Grey.

I can't say it's an easy pattern to work on. Many times I almost give up on finishing the dress and switch into something easier pattern than this. But if you can choose the right material, then it surely such a head turning dress.

When I bought this material, I thought... ah.. something different and linen..and cheap. I decided to make a comfortable every moment dress with  the material. But now, when I did make the wrap dress inspired by this ASOS dress,... I realize that the material look too childish... A FLOP!

My pattern is from Burdastyle magazine, I chose bcoz I wanted to review most of the patterns in the magazine.... while the pattern evidently so much different from the inspiration dress. Next time I'll do better!

I change the sleeves, the belt and maximise the length,... however I prefered the dress to be a bit longer.

My pictures were taken very early in the morning. I wasn't in the mood to smile or something,.... so I'd rather leave it without my face there. I hope y'all still enjoy my kimono dress ^^

All pictures are courtesy of my girlfriend. She kindly took my photos that night while I was busy enjoying her delicious homemade cooking on the dining table, I couldn't be bother to mess around with the camera. Thank you Ibu Mei Mei ^.^

I knew since the day I bought the material that this is such a perfect pattern for night out. So daring bold pattern on the black background. Even by chance I chose the right design... figure hugging style with 3/4 sleeves..awesome!. Took me forever to draft the pattern, I spent whole day only for that, coz by the time I finished drafting, my energy dropped. ...but when I was cutting the fabric the following day, everything went smooth. The material is elastane, no need of a zipper..... so I already spare my time there. I even manage to clean up my kitchen before going to the party. The size was perfect! I ussually do the fitting many times before I get the right fit.

I don't like the dress, but I LOVE IT.... so much that when I arrive back home, I didn't actually want to take it off. The downside of material is it's synthetic. It absorb the bad smells very quickly. I did make sure I put sufficient parfume on me before wearing the dress, but still ...by the time I got home, I could smell the smoke cigarette smell on the dress... horrible!

The party went beyond perfect. Great host, fine hospitality, wonderful friends, delicious food and wine... the list is endless.. so greatful final night of 2012.... couldn't ask for more. And now I have what they called : New Year's Bluessssssssss......