Warlene is wearing LILY Pattern Dress made with MECCA ORANGE Mid Weight 100% Linen

I was so excited to work with the LILY Pattern because of its versatility and features. I am obsessed with high collars and shirt dresses. The fact that this pattern had this options was a plus. I am actually looking forward to making all the views. I chose the dress version because this time of year I love easy pieces to layer that look good with everything. It is pictured here as a dress but I am sure to also wear it with trousers and even denim.

Working with the Lily Pattern was like putting a puzzle together. I enjoyed seeing how the smallest details came together. Even though it has a minimalist look, the stitching and plackets give it a nice tailored feel. All the top stitching really adds character.

Warlene is wearing LILY Pattern Dress made with MECCA ORANGE Mid Weight 100% Linen

I chose the MECCA ORANGE linen in 5.3oz. The color is amazing and compliments me so well. I love that it is an all year round shade and a very good pop of color for the winter time. I knew the gold buttons I chose would be a perfect compliment.

I did make 4 adjustments to my pattern. The size of the dress, sleeve and cuff. I made mine two sizes up so it had an oversize look. The sleeve cuff (U) I did not fold in half, I left it it’s entire length and added the interfacing still and lined it. So the cuff’s length would be longer (after sewn 6 1/4″) I also did not do the pleat on the sleeve and gathered it instead to fit the cuff opening. This gave both the sleeve and cuff a flair. I also changed the position of my buttons, I only did one button each sleeve and added it to the end of the sleeve placket instead of on the actual cuff so that the cuff could remain open.

Warlene is wearing LILY Pattern Dress made with MECCA ORANGE Mid Weight 100% Linen

I am so impressed with how my dress came out. It’s a piece I can see working well in my closet and for many occasions. I’m always impressed with working with Fabric Store’s linen and patterns.