I designed the Martha dress with fancy embellishments in mind. That central panel is just screaming out for decorations! Think lace, ruffles, faux button opening, embroidered trims...
Before stitching the trim to the blue Martha dress used on the cover of the sewing pattern, we played around with a few different placements. Here are some ideas we tried...
... plain and simple...
... following the style lines of the princess seams...
... highlighting the bodice seams and waistline...
... decorating the front panel (I adore this one!)...
... and this is the one we went with in the end, keeping the body of the dress plain and trimming the collar and sleeves. I love it so much, I made one exactly the same for myself and wore it to a wedding on New Year's Eve :)
I hope you're feeling inspired! If you make a Martha dress, we'd love to see it - tag us on Instagram @TillyButtons #SewingMartha, and join us for the Instaspam Party on Saturday 7 May!
