Rova version 2 maxi

 Have you seen the Rova by Jalie?  Here it is!

I had a version of this dress that I simply couldn't get out of my mind so I had to make it.  I didn't alter the pattern much other than the obvious of making it into a maxi with a slit! But let me back up...here is a photo of my first dress.  I've worn it several times and just love everything about it.  

I just love the back of this dress!  Actually, I love everything about it!  Both the  black and white linen were purchased from Fabric Mart. 

I used linen of course since my first version was also linen.  

I didn't do any embellishments this time, although I did think about it!  I also decided not to add the kangaroo pocket.  I do really like it but in all honesty, I didn't have enough fabric.  It was either the maxi or the pocket.

I did want to make a slit for walking.  

It was super warm and HUMID today and this dress was cool and comfortable.

Last time, I cut each piece of bias binding separately.  This time however, I decided to try and make the continuous binding that is included in the pattern. 

I must say, it worked out really well!  Using a natural fiber that presses well and doesn't shift everywhere certainly helped.  I will use this process in the future.  A relatively small square make enough binding to cover the neckline, both armholes and a bit extra.

The bust dart is perfect on this.  You use your full bust to measure your size.  With my first version, I used the same size for my hips.  They were too large and I took them in a size or two.  For this version, I cut a small lower half--2 sizes and that worked perfectly.

Normally I make a swayback adjustment.  Since this is blousy, I didn't feel it needed one.  

No gaping at the armhole!

White is the perfect way to showcase jewelry.  I really love this dress and the hubby gave it his stamp of approval.  I'm not done with this pattern yet this summer.  

Thanks for reading!

Sue