DIY CAFTAN USING SIMPLICITY 8505
- Mimi G
- May 28, 2018
- 1 min read
HI DARLINGS! Happy Monday, I hope you are enjoying the long weekend. I will be on the road this week on a family trip, so I am packing and getting things in order. I had enough time to get some sewing done so I could post the remaining looks in my #DIYYELLOWCOLLECTION while I am away.
Today’s DIY Caftan look makes me feel very glamorous LOL! I want to stand outside and wait for my chariot to pull up, ha! I have wanted to make this caftan pattern by SIMPLICITY for so long, and I thought what better time than during the yellow collection. I plan to make this again for the summer in a challis. More details on my pattern and fabric below.
COLLECTIONS
If you missed my previous posts on the #DIYYELLOWCOLLECTION, you can check them out HERE. My #DIYDENIMBLUECOLLECTION can be found HERE, and my #DIYPINKCOLLECTION can be found HERE.
DIY CAFTAN INFO & MODIFICATIONS
This is SIMPLICITY #8505 which is a SIMPLICITY vintage pattern that they brought back. I have the original vintage pattern too. This is a really easy pattern and comes together really quickly. What is great is that you don’t need to do much fitting, lol its pretty loose fitting lol! I plan to make this again in a fun print.
The fabric is a pebble crepe from MICHAEL LEVINE (sold out but similar options HERE or HERE) It has great texture but it is very sheer so I wore a nude slip underneath.
STYLE IT
H&M EARRINGS | ALDO HEELS
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My Baju Raya look this year is all about elegance! I’m wearing a stunning Kurung Songket with classic Songket Embroidery that screams tradition. Styled it with an Instant Shawl in nude and some minimal accessories. The blend of heritage and modern tailoring really makes Malaysian fashion stand out beautifully.
倫敦大學學院（UCL）在全球學術界有極高聲譽。對於非本地學生，走 non JUPAS 路徑申請此校需具備強大的背景與準備。建議及早報考 UCAT、AEAS 或 UKISET，並透過高質素的 tuition 鞏固知識與解題技巧，以提升錄取機會。
海外升學 (Overseas education) is more than just earning a degree abroad — it's about gaining global exposure, developing independence, and building a truly international network. Whether you're planning for the UK, Australia, or elsewhere, early preparation and clear goals are key to success. 🌍📚
我最喜歡在週末晚餐時搭配不同的酒類。開胃時喝一點清爽的白酒，味道淡雅又開胃。慶祝的時候當然少不了香檳，氣泡細緻又充滿儀式感。晚餐後來點烈酒，像是威士忌或白蘭地，濃烈香醇，完美結束一餐。
What a creative and beginner-friendly guide—Simplicity 8505 really makes DIY caftans approachable! I love seeing how detailed yet stylish projects like this come together. While exploring hobbies, I’ve also been diving into strategy games lately— 3patticrown.me has been a fun distraction!