vintage velvet dress Black Lace Soft silk velvet hugs the body and feels like a dream LOMBARD | Handmade Womens Forest

approximately 3/4 yard fabric* an additional 1/2 yard if you'd like to add a contrasting band with matching arm hole binding and fabric tie 1 package 1/2 inch double fold bias tape (if making elastic casing dress) 1/2 inch wide elastic (if making elastic casing dress coordinating thread steam iron/ironing board scissors pins safety pins hem gauge seam ripper rotary cutter, ruler and mat (if making your own bias tape) Let's begin, shall we

A bright bra under a sheer top adds colour and confidence

The rustling, slightly slippery cotton-nylon taffeta material is the perfect medium for this dress, reinforcing the structure of the sleeves and skirt

Add to this look with your personal choice of paint or pillows