Such Fandom

Usually there’s some interest when I bring this up, but this kid sort of sat with that for a couple minutes, expression settling into a thousand yard stare. Just as I was wondering if something was wrong, he looked at me with his haunted eyes and asked, in a tone of resignation: “When are the tigers coming?”

Easy tunic tutorial:

If you've always wanted to make your own dress but didn't know where to start, take a look at this easy tunic tutorial by Anna Maria Horner.

The pattern is really simple: it consists of nothing but rectangles. The only measurements you really need are 1) your hip circumference (+some extra wiggle room), and 2) the length you want your dress to be. Thanks to the open cleavage and back, there's plenty of room for your shoulders.

The tutorial suggests adding a piece of elastic to the tunic's waist. If you're not comfortable with sewing elastic, you could also either leave the tunic as is for a baggy look, or add waist ties or a belt to shape the tunic at the waist or hips.

Pick a woven fabric that drapes nicely, and don't forget to add seam allowance when you cut your pattern pieces. Upcycle old bedsheets or a maxi skirt for a zero-waste version of this project.

You could also use this pattern to make a blouse by using shorter rectangles.