Fabulous Free Pattern Friday

Sweeping Rectangles

First came the top version which you saw here.

Then the skirt version that you saw here.

And now the dress version with pockets. I was asked if pockets could be added and the answer is yes. There are 2 ways to add pockets. One method would be to do an in seam pocket on either side of the center front panel, or you can add pockets to the contrast panel like I did.

I wore this out to dinner with a friend last Sunday night and she LOVED the dress. In fact so much so that she will be coming over soon to make one for herself. I like the pockets, but if I were to do it again, I would raise them up about 2", so closer to the waistline. Let me know if you would like for me to do a tutorial on adding the pockets and I will be happy to do so.

Now you see that the method works well with a top, skirt and a dress.
All of the basic instructions can be found here.
I have to do a little bragging. I always love it when someone actually gives one of my ideas a try. This is Jonadele of http://jonadelefashions.blogspot.com/2014/10/rhonda-busss-t-shirt.html
She ran a little short on her fabric, so the lower panel wasn't as long as she would have liked, but she was very happy with the outcome. I think there will be more in her future :) Great job!!!

If you decide to give the top, skirt or dress a try, be sure to let me know so I can brag on you as well!!
This design goes together so quickly. You could make a pile over the weekend ;) Actually, you really could! It's just that easy to do. Good Luck!