Everything that went into my Christine dressing gown: a free Mood pattern, rose jacquard satin, and about a weekend. Materials first, then the tutorials I learned each step from.
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Materials
Tutorials
Materials
Free, sizes 2 to 22. Make the no-collar version.
Hibiscus Robe pattern, Mood Fabrics
White or ivory. Buy two or three yards more than the pattern says.
Rose jacquard satin, Fabric Wholesale Direct
The copy for when Fabric Wholesale Direct sells out.
Rose satin brocade jacquard, The Fabric Exchange
For the sleeves. Try a local fabric store or a small maker first.
Lace and ruffles from Etsy makers
The entry-level Brother I made it on. Any basic machine will do.
Brother XM2701 sewing machine
Get one. Fewer broken needles.
Open toe applique foot
Thread three or four before you start.
Brother SA156 bobbins
For the belt. Overlap two into a diamond.
Rhinestone bridal applique
Mounts the appliques onto a fabric remnant.
KEPAIBOS double-sided iron-on adhesive
For the belt. The show uses Velcro. Use Velcro.
VELCRO sew-on tape
Make the whole thing once before you cut the good fabric.
Unbleached muslin for the mockup
Tutorials
Every step in order, from mockup to finished gown.
My Christine dressing gown tutorial
My whole build on YouTube.
How to Make Christine Daaé's Dressing Gown, my build video
For taping the pattern.
How to Assemble PDF Sewing Patterns, Closet Core Patterns
For cutting and sewing the satin.
How To Sew With Satin And Taffeta, Professor Pincushion
