This design was inspired by the classic film "Rear Window" starring Grace Kelly.


I wish the pictures were a little better.
Left and right shoulders/sleeves with the ends pressed up
Shoulder placement on bodice
Hand stitching the shoulders to the bodice. Make sure the lining doesn't poke out of the seam.
Tacking the shoulders at the ends
Satin collar being hand stitched onto the neckline.
Collars knotted at the center of the dress and knot is covered by a little bit of satin ribbon.
Ends of collars are tucked into the openings in the side seams.

Painted belt buckles drying