Hi friends! This is the last piece in our maternity DIY series. We had so much fun working on this series and I hope that some of you enjoy making these simple pieces!
This dress is the simplest of all the maternity DIYs we've posted. Here's how you make it... You'll need a yard (or less) of pre-smocked fabric. You can find this at most fabric stores. We found this fabric at Hancock Fabrics. Pull the smocked part of the fabric around your bust and pin it together. Sew a side seam down the entire side of the dress, creating a tube. Trim it to the length you like and hem the bottom edge.
This sun dress was one of Stacy's favorites. It's easy to wear, breezy and stretchy. The best part is, it's easy to whip up in an afternoon with minimal sewing skills, for under $20! xo. elsie
If you'd like to see the rest of our Maternity DIY Series, click the links: Make A Belly Band / Make A Tunic / Make A Lace Top / Make A Wrap Dress ♥
Can't wait to be prego and do this!
....one day! :O)
xo.
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Posted by: tiffany. | August 08, 2012 at 08:25 PM
Hehe, super easy and darn cute!
Posted by: Emily S. | August 08, 2012 at 08:48 PM
That's one of the nicer smocked fabric that I've seen. Usually they are pretty lame. I would love to find a similar one for myself. Perfect summer dress, pregnant or not.
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Posted by: Rachel | August 08, 2012 at 08:48 PM
Nice-nice-nice fotos!
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Posted by: Style This world | August 08, 2012 at 08:52 PM
Adorable!! I've loved this maternity series, and will def be coming back to these posts when I get preggers! I love how each of the items would be adorable whether or not you're expecting!
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Posted by: Lauren | August 08, 2012 at 08:58 PM
She looks gorgeous. :-)
Posted by: Mika | August 08, 2012 at 09:21 PM
This is so cute! I lived in dresses when I was pregnant. Thank you for sharing all your creative ideas!
xo
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Posted by: Talia Christine | August 08, 2012 at 09:28 PM
This is so cute. So simple. So easy. Genius!
Posted by: Amanda Rose | August 08, 2012 at 09:32 PM
oh sweet!
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Posted by: Georgia | August 08, 2012 at 09:39 PM
beautiful!
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Posted by: Rhoda Wong | August 08, 2012 at 09:40 PM
What a sweet idea! :)
xx Emily
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Posted by: Emily V | August 08, 2012 at 09:41 PM
I'm a bit too young to be wearing maternity clothing, but this sure is gorgeous! Definitely something to keep in mind ;)
xo Heather
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Posted by: Heather | August 08, 2012 at 10:15 PM
so so so so cute!
Posted by: Em {pushups with polish} | August 08, 2012 at 10:43 PM
For a maternity dress, I would suggest cutting it longer in the front to accommodate for the lift that the baby bump will cause. Cute, simple design!
Posted by: Andrealou11@gmail.com | August 08, 2012 at 10:50 PM
Simple but beautiful!
Posted by: Mari ❤ SaimaaLife | August 08, 2012 at 11:19 PM
I love this!
Posted by: Miranda B. | August 08, 2012 at 11:42 PM
The shoulder bag she is wearing reminds me the fabrics from Guatemala Central America. Is a very cute idea, If I decide to have babys in the future, I have to check all posts again.
xo
Posted by: ruzu | August 08, 2012 at 11:45 PM
Super cute and simple! Love!
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Posted by: Miranda | August 09, 2012 at 01:15 AM
She looks amazing!
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Posted by: Viveca Johansen | August 09, 2012 at 01:47 AM
such a cute inspiration www.ireneccloset.com
Posted by: Irene's Closet | August 09, 2012 at 01:48 AM