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The Gypsy Dress from Designer Stitch

Written by Kimberly Coffin · This post may contain affiliate links · 18 Comments

The Gypsy Dress from Designer Stitch

Designer Stitch Gypsy Dress back view

Gypsy is an easy to wear dress with an elastic waist. It comes in four different lengths: Top, Tunic, High/Low or Maxi with side splits. If you know me, then it should come as no surprise that I chose the maxi length. I adore maxis...for more reasons than just not having to shave my legs. 😂

Don't forget to enter the big giveaway at the end of the page and grab the 30% off Designer Stitch coupon code! ❤️

Designer Stitch Gypsy Dress Bodice

I chose an ethnic printed woven fabric to use for my maxi dress. We will just refer to it as a mystery fabric. I purchased it by the pound and it had no information attached. I purposely cut the fabric in a way that would elongate the dress since I'm 5'2". Rayons are ideal for this pattern because of their drape. Voile is also a suitable choice.

Designer Stitch The Gypsy Dress Crossover Bodice

I took 1 1/2 inches off of the bodice and the skirt in order to make it fit my height. I also went down a size to get a less blousy fit.

Designer Stitch Gypsy Dress Back

Don't you love that black hat? I've been hitting up Target lately while Madeline goes to preschool.

It might be catastrophic to my wallet, but I'm finding so many fun things! Any other Target obsessed moms out there?

Michael Levine Fabric Designer Stitch Gypsy Dress

I was so excited for the tester call for this pattern because I had been looking at dresses on Anthropologie and I fell in love with a crossover maxi dress with side splits. I swear it's like Ann reads my mind and keeps designing patterns that perfectly fit the items I want to recreate! Where do you find inspiration for your sewing creations?

Designer Stitch The Gypsy PDF Pattern

I love how easy this dress is to wear and how comfortable it is! I can throw it on with minimal effort in the morning and pair it with sandals. (It's still nice and sunny here.) Once it finally starts to cool off I'll pair it with boots. I need to make a few tunics using this pattern to pair with fleece lined leggings so I can stay warm and comfortable all winter long.

Front view of the Designer Stitch Gypsy PDF Sewing Pattern

Did I mention that this pattern has pockets?!? I'll gladly admit I have a pocket obsession. Any time you add pockets to a pattern it will inevitably bring me great joy! As a mother of lots of little, I always have the need for pockets. You never know what rock, stick or flower your children will come across, and you will undoubtedly be called upon to hold onto those trinkets.

Gypsy PDF Sewing Pattern

For your reading entertainment, I'll just share how my husband and I do pictures. We scout out a good location, stop by Mcdonalds for "cake cakes" (pancakes) I hate Mcdonalds by the way, but it's a necessary evil in this case. Then we park right next to our photo spot, hop out of the car standing a few feet away and take as many photos possible until the kids decide to start crying. That usually doesn't leave us with much time. 😂 If I'm smart I plan ahead and bring a couple of different outfits to take photos in. You know, so I can maximize the fact that I actually took my hair out of a bun and put on makeup. Don't let these pictures fool you. I don't look like this every day. 😂 Well...there's all my dirty secrets.

Sweet Red Poppy Designer Stitch Gypsy Sewing Pattern

Designer Stitch PDF Sewing Pattern The Gypsy Dress with side split and crossover bodice

You can purchase the pattern here. Use the code pdflove30 for 30% off all patterns.

You can see my other Designer Stich blog posts here and here.

Did you get a chance to enter my huge giveaway from yesterday's post?

If not, I'm linking it below! I'm giving away $300+ in gift cards to my favorite pattern and fabric shops. You won't want to miss out!

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Comments

  1. Claire Sutherland says

    November 04, 2016 at 12:22 am

    I am due our first baby in 2 weeks so I would buy fabric to make a baby quilt x

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  2. Angela says

    November 04, 2016 at 4:40 am

    I love to make new things for my 3 year old daughter. Maybe even something to match her. Sewing is so much fun and a contest to help that along would help. We like to make things for charity as well. With the holidays coming winning would help make more for charity as well

    Reply
  3. Danielle B. says

    November 04, 2016 at 7:54 am

    I would say that my daughters would benefit the most if I were to win. I have just started planning out my patterns for their winter wardrobes. Getting a late start this year, but thankful that the weather has been cooperating. I would also use some of the fabric for sewing Christmas gifts for family and friends.

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  4. Kristine Clay says

    November 04, 2016 at 8:59 am

    I love your design! I'd like to make some more doll clothes for my 2 daughters. Thanks for the chance to win!

    Reply
  5. Carolyn says

    November 04, 2016 at 2:30 pm

    I would make outfits for a new niece.

    Reply
  6. Dana Miller says

    November 04, 2016 at 2:55 pm

    I love your new dress. If I would make something for myself or my 3 year old daughter.

    Reply
  7. gail says

    November 04, 2016 at 3:32 pm

    What a cute dress! I sew, sort of, but have never made myself anything except nighties. I am trying to work up my courage to wear something out of the house . . . practice, practice, practice. 🙂

    Reply
  8. Pam says

    November 04, 2016 at 6:40 pm

    I would love to make more clothes for my granddaughter, and a quilt! Thanks for the awesome giveaway and for your inspiring blog.

    Reply
  9. Amanda says

    November 04, 2016 at 7:15 pm

    I would be making stuff for my little girls! Dresses and leggings for winter.

    Reply
  10. Elizabeth says

    November 04, 2016 at 7:36 pm

    I'd have to make all the things!!! I am aiming for a 50% handmade wardrobe in the next few months.

    Reply
  11. Amanda Edwards says

    November 05, 2016 at 10:10 am

    I would be making some outfits for my newborn God-baby and then maybe some selfish sewing since I don't get to do it much. Such a. Awesome giveaway!!

    Reply
  12. Shaina says

    November 05, 2016 at 6:53 pm

    I would make clothes for my sweet girls 🙂

    Reply
  13. Kathy E. says

    November 06, 2016 at 4:32 pm

    I love to sew and quilt, so I'd find some lovely new fabrics to play with. I'd also buy some drapey fabric to make a few cardigans and vests to wear to work.

    Reply
  14. Amanda B says

    November 07, 2016 at 8:43 pm

    I'd make lots of things for my son! Maybe a couple dresses and tops for myself too ☺️

    Reply
  15. Mari says

    November 07, 2016 at 11:11 pm

    I love your website! I would make clothes for my kiddos and for me:) thanks for doing a giveaway!

    Reply
  16. Karen C says

    November 07, 2016 at 11:19 pm

    I would make some tops for me and some Christmas presents for the grandkids and kids.

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  17. SHAWNA HENDERSON says

    November 08, 2016 at 2:30 am

    If I won, I would like to make a cardigan or long shirt to go with leggings.

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  18. Emily says

    November 09, 2016 at 11:34 am

    New clothes for myself for sure.

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