An Italian Cotton for an American Summer
Light, filmy Italian cotton finally became a summer dress after years in my cottons basket. I recount choosing a simple cotton batiste lining to tame the sheerness, under-stitching neckline and armscyes, adding a hand-picked zipper and red Petersham ribbon trim, a Plan B zigzag belt and vintage Vogue tweaks, with practical tips on how to line sheer cotton and finish an Italian cotton summer dress.
Rolly's Take
For the creator who finds magic in the mundane, this blog whispers secrets of fabric and design, weaving together patience and ingenuity. It celebrates the art of making do, turning uncertainty into delightful serendipity as the journey of a dress unfolds like a summer story. Here, each stitch is a meditation on possibility, inviting you to explore your own creative impulses.