Isn’t that what they called it in the old days? The kind of dress you wear when you’re doing chores at home (and in my case in the garden)? That’s exactly what this is. Not exactly meant to go out for diner in, but comfortable in any way and more or less “nice” enough for when company arrives unexpectedly. Also, very important, long enough to be able to bend over without worrying about people watching from the neighbor’s balcony.
I drew a pattern myself, based on bits of store bought dresses I liked. This one is different from the ones I made two and a half years ago in two important ways: a draw string in my waist instead of elastic, and pockets. I also dropped the waist a bit below my natural waist. I think it looks better with my aging body (i.e. belly fat).
I love it very much. And now I’m off to make myself some more!
(experimenting with taking self portraits lately … I’m not really at ease in front of the camera)
NOT A STATION 
that is beautiful I love the way it fits !!!
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Oh my goodness! I absolutely love it. It fits perfectly! I would certainly purchase one of those if I saw it!
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It’s fabulous! I wish I liked to wear dresses, but not since I was in Fashion Retail/Management, which was 30 years ago!
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I love a good house dress. You look great!
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I wish it was warm enough here for your fabulous house dress, so practical and comfy looking. It looks great on you.
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hi! you look so good, G! and your dress is flattering – it looks like it fits well and is comfortable! a perfect combination.
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Hi! Thank you! Yes, it’s the dress I reach for the most these days. I really need to get on sewing more of them.
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