Easy DIY Shirred Spring Dress: How to Make a Sun Dress (No Pattern Needed!)

Hey friends! Today I'm making a shirred sun dress inspired by the Hillhouse Nap Dress!


Fabric I used:
Laurel Pattern: https://riflepaperco.com/laurel-mint-cotton-fabric
Garden Party Pattern: https://riflepaperco.com/petite-garden-party-blue-cotton-fabric


Inspiration Dress: https://www.hillhousehome.com/products/the-ellie-nap-dress-light-blue-glitter-check


Measurements:
Front/Back (Cut 2): Width: Bust + 2"; Length: 25"
Top Tier (Cut 2): Width: Front/Back Width + 25% of that number (36" + 9" = 45")
Length: 13"

Hem Ruffle Cut 3): Width: Width up top tier; Length: 6.5"
Straps (Cut 2): Length: Measure across shoulder x 2 +1" (12" x 2 + 1" = 25")
Width: 6"


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