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June 15, 2018 ·

Ogden Cami Dress in Rayon

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I’ve been eyeing this beautiful Treasured Kermes print by April Rhodes since it was released. Blue and red are my go-to colors for both clothes and decor (as you can see from the colors in my kitchen). Every garment I’ve seen in this fabric is gorgeous. Last week I needed more fabric to fill up my cart for free shipping, so I grabbed a couple of yards. Please tell me you do this too!

I knew two yards would be enough for a top but was hopeful that I could squeeze a sundress out of it. It was just enough for an Ogden Cami Dress!

Rayon Ogden Cami Dress | True Bias Sewing Pattern | Radiant Home Studio

I’m a big fan of the True Bias patterns I have used (see Hudson Pants, Southport Dress, and Lodo Dress). I didn’t buy the Ogden Cami right away because it seemed so basic. As usual, I always need basics but forget to sew them. It turns out the Ogden Cami is basic, but not overly simple. The details make the top. It has a half lining and the shape is nicely fitted at the bust flaring out slightly at the waist and hips. It seems to be flattering on a variety of body shapes.

The Ogden Cami pattern doesn’t come with a dress option, though Kelly shared a dress hack on the True Bias blog. I had less fabric to work with so I just cut the front and back longer instead of adding a fuller skirt.

I measured the pattern pieces at the hip to make sure that there was enough ease (there was). I measured 36″ from the underarm and marked that as my length (that hits just below the knee). Then I measured 2″ beyond the hip-width and drew a smooth line from the bottom of the pattern piece to the bottom corner I marked. I used the hemline on the pattern piece I wasn’t using to create a slightly curved hem.

Rayon Ogden Cami Dress | True Bias Sewing Pattern | Radiant Home Studio
Rayon Ogden Cami Dress | True Bias Sewing Pattern | Radiant Home Studio

The cami could be a super quick sew if you skip some of the finishing steps, but I wanted a quality dress and spent the time doing all of the staystitching and understitching. Since I used rayon, I felt like it was important to finish the side seams to avoid fraying. I should have planned ahead and cut larger seam allowances for French seams but I didn’t.

After sewing the seams I decided the best way to finish them was to fold the seam allowances under to create a straight, clean edge. Is there a name for this? I couldn’t find one (other than “clean finish edge”). It worked well and overall it’s less bulky than a french seam.

Rayon Ogden Cami Dress | True Bias Sewing Pattern | Radiant Home Studio
Rayon Ogden Cami Dress | True Bias Sewing Pattern | Radiant Home Studio
Rayon Ogden Cami Dress | True Bias Sewing Pattern | Radiant Home Studio

I always find it helpful to compare sizes. My measurements are around 34, 30, 38. I cut a size 4, graded out to a 6 in the hips. I think the fit is just right.

As with all of the True Bias patterns I’ve made, I’m sure I will make more Ogden Camis! This is such a classic shape that can be layered and worn in many different ways. A simple black one would work for a night out or as an everyday top. I need more versatile pieces like this.

Rayon Ogden Cami Dress | True Bias Sewing Pattern | Radiant Home Studio

Here are a few of the best Ogden Cami’s I’ve seen around the sewing blog community if you’d like more inspiration:

This striking Silk Crepe de Chine Ogden Cami by Sewbon is one of my favorites.

I unintentionally copied, and I now have a matching Ogden Cami Dress with @lindsayinstitsches! I totally missed this when I was searching for inspiration.

Leslie’s linen drawstring Ogden Cami dress is a really creative use of this pattern.

Teresa made the perfect classic black Ogden Cami. This is definitely on my to-do list.

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  1. Lisa // Cucicucicoo: Eco Sewing & Crafting says

    June 16, 2018 at 6:24 pm

    Oooh, it’s just gorgeous! I have also been eyeing the Ogden Cami pattern. You look amazing in this dress version! 🙂 Lisa

    • Sara says

      June 18, 2018 at 7:58 pm

      Thank you, Lisa!

  2. Rebecca Grace says

    June 17, 2018 at 8:50 pm

    Lovely sundress — perfect pairing of fabric +pattern and it looks great on you.

    • Sara says

      June 18, 2018 at 7:58 pm

      Thank you, Rebecca!

  3. Audrey says

    June 30, 2018 at 9:07 pm

    I have this fabric too! Love what you did with it!

    • Sara says

      July 9, 2018 at 9:29 am

      Thank you!

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