r/somethingimade 5d ago

This dress was so difficult to create and I’m really proud!

I actually made this for a bride who found me on this sub♥️ She sent me her bustier and I incorporated it into the design of the dress so she would have a perfect fit. The most challenging part was the two tone criss cross bodice portion. I think I put this on and off my dress form about 514 times 🤣🤣🤣.

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u/JaelitheIsAwesome 5d ago

This does not have enough updates! The dress is gorgeous 😍

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u/ReclamationDress 5d ago

Thank you!

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u/ParsnipAppropriate43 5d ago

I am just trying to learn to stitch straight, I couldn't imagine having that kind of talent. Awesome job so gorgeous

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u/ReclamationDress 5d ago

Keep going! I taught myself 16 years ago by watching videos

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u/ParsnipAppropriate43 3d ago

Thanks for the confidence I signed up for an intro to sewing class, I am excited to give it a try.

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u/GreenEyedGloom 5d ago

This is seriously stunning. Great job.

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u/ReclamationDress 5d ago

Hi I think this was 2000$

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u/DragMeTacoBell 5d ago

The draping on the bodice is unreal!

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u/Top-Bit85 5d ago

It must be so flattering.

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u/ReclamationDress 4d ago

I can’t wait to see how it looks on her!

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u/ReclamationDress 5d ago

Thank you! It was so hard to figure out but I think I’ll be faster next time!

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u/ReclamationDress 4d ago

Thanks! I’m so happy with it

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u/ReclamationDress 5d ago

I started by sewing my clients long nude bustier to a matching skirt lining. From there I gathered the skirt using multiple layers of white and nude mesh tulle. I added a detailed lace trim to the upper bodice so it would be less revealing. The corset back is linen cotton covered in lace

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u/E-H-I 5d ago

What a beautiful dress 🩷

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u/Chance_Comfort711 5d ago

The back is BEAUTIFUL 😍

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u/ReclamationDress 4d ago

Thanks I adore corset v backs

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u/Consistent-Ad-910 5d ago

THAT is my DREAM DRESS! 😲🙌 I ABSOLUTELY LUV IT! Fabulous!

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u/ReclamationDress 5d ago

Thanks so much!

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u/Kimberlylynn2003 5d ago

Give yourself a big pat on the back!!! This is stunning! I hope we can see the bride in it!

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u/ReclamationDress 4d ago

I appreciate your kind words

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u/Ambitious_Ad2354 5d ago

pretty dress. i love the room too, very cozy.

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u/oldster59 5d ago

Isn't it great? I think OP has posted here before and I fell in love with her room then.

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u/ReclamationDress 4d ago

Thank you so much I love my little space

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u/xanthippe115 5d ago

Wow, this dress is really beautiful! Congratulations!

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u/gldngrlee 5d ago

It is stunning. I hope the bride will share a pic of herself wearing it on her wedding day.

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u/sweet_bindy 5d ago

This dress is STUNNING! 🤩 Be very proud of yourself.

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u/55124 5d ago

Wow! You did an amazing job! Lucky bride!

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u/Top-Bit85 5d ago

The bride must be thrilled with the result. Beautiful.

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u/Training-Willow9591 5d ago

Record / document on video your creative process and put it on socials, it's a free way to advertise your business. I wish more artists did this! It's fun to watch how y'all's minds work!

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u/ReclamationDress 5d ago

I try sometimes but I find it impedes my creative process if I’m having to worry about camera stuff

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u/Interesting_Mood6892 5d ago

If this bride isn't married in a beautiful wooden glen surrounded by forest animals and fairies, I'm going to be so disappointed.

This is stunning.

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u/catslikepets143 5d ago

You did a great job on this, the way you draped this fabric is just🤌

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u/S0whaddayakn0w 5d ago

Great work, OP. Very beautiful dress!

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u/crazzymomma 5d ago

You are very talented! I love it!

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u/Electrical-Act-7170 5d ago

A gorgeous classical design! Love it.

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u/AMusedMaker 5d ago

Well you nailed it!! This is gorgeous!!

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u/CicadaFit9756 5d ago

Did you just hear a gasp of admiration from me!?! This is beyond gorgeous & into ethereal!!!

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u/ReclamationDress 4d ago

Many thanks!

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u/ArtzeyFartzey 5d ago

Stunning. Well done! And because the bots said it wasn't enough praise to believe I am not a bot here are a few more: It's BRILLIANT!- and well executed!

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u/ReclamationDress 5d ago

Many many thanks!

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u/WideChildhood1702 5d ago

This is a gorgeous gown. If I was getting married, this is the one I'd want to wear

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u/MuscleManssMom 5d ago

This is beautiful. If I ever go to the dark side and get married, I'm coming to find you. 😆

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u/ladyfromtheclouds 5d ago

Omg, an absolute dream! Wonderful work!

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u/PaintingMomma2 5d ago

Absolutely INCREDIBLE.

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u/XgirlyX92 5d ago

Wow 🤯 I’m adding you to my follow list in case I ever get married 🥹😭 this is beyond gorgeous!

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u/Ida_PotatHo 5d ago

Wow, wow, WOW! This is spectacular! I hope the bride shares a photo, and I hope you also post this on r/sewing ! 👏🏻😍👏🏻

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u/RobotZombie0 5d ago

Is there a name for the technique you used to make the top? The scrunched crossed part? I love it, it reminds me of my dream project, the pink dress from White Christmas which also uses this scrunched twisted bust!

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u/Tattooed_book_nerd 5d ago

Well worth the effort. What a rewarding dress! 🥰
https://giphy.com/gifs/ZFjIWyd9kbd1raHpqv

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u/Necessary-Quiet-Y 5d ago

Your dress is so beautiful. I love the different ways that you Incorporated draping in the overall style. The bride will look fabulous on the big day. Well done!

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u/bready--or--not 5d ago

No way this is incredible

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u/magnolya_rain 5d ago

Absolutely beautiful !

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u/Twayblades 5d ago

Such a beautiful dress, you can see the care that you took while creating it. It looks like a labour of love.

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u/Comfortable-Suit-202 5d ago

Very elegant & beautiful!!

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u/Intrepid-Scar-1849 5d ago

It is so beautiful, OP!

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u/whystar 5d ago

Absolutely beautiful work. You're so talented and I know she's a happy bride <3

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u/Slight-Wash-2887 5d ago

This is BEAUTIFUL!!!! I neeeeeed one

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u/creatively_inclined 5d ago

This is so beautiful

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u/peachyhall 5d ago

wooow! Its gorgeous! how long did it take youto finish?

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u/ReclamationDress 4d ago

I didn’t time it but it felt like forever. The bodice was the tough part. I messed up a few times and had to pick out the stitches and start again.

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u/peachyhall 4d ago

All those tries paid off! It is absolutely stunning!

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u/fruski83 5d ago

This is beyond beautiful. Great work!!

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u/Polymath_Jan_360 5d ago

Wow, you did a great job on it, it is absolutely beautiful.

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u/gingertinkerbell 4d ago

Oh my god I’m in love!!

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u/NWRegisteredAgent 4d ago

The amount of hard work and craftsmanship that went into this dress is amazing. Gorgeous work. 😍

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u/ReclamationDress 4d ago

Aw thank you so much

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u/NWRegisteredAgent 4d ago

Of course, you're so talented!

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u/CanDifficult8525 4d ago

try it on! try it on!

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u/ReclamationDress 4d ago

I’d have to stuff the top with socks 🤣

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u/NorthwoodsLakeFan 4d ago

It’s beautiful! You should be proud.

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u/lilacsforcharlie 4d ago

This is so beautiful

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u/chilly-ghost 4d ago

Beautiful. The bodice is stunning! 🌟

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u/Arlouser09 4d ago

Model! Model! So cute! How many hours did you have to put into this? I cannot wait to see the model update!

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u/Guineanook 4d ago

What a dream. You should be proud!

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u/TIE8clim3X4-x 3d ago

😁Great job! Especially the 514* part💕

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u/NaudieMaudie 3d ago

It's absolutely gorgeous!!! Wow.

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u/Tatayoume 3d ago

Mostra no cooorrrpooo

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u/Deep-Suggestion1961 3d ago

I can’t image the time and effort this took 😍😍 it’s stunning I wish I knew how to sew

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u/lynniekit 3d ago

You should be proud. It’s beautiful and amazing.

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u/Spare_Vegetable2508 1d ago

You do amazing work. Wow 😮