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Shirred Towel Cover-up Dress!

   Shirred Towel Cover-up Dress!   The perfect Beachwear! Everyone likes to wrap themselves in a towel after swimming! This cover-up dress is best!    With simple straps that match her swimsuit... she is ready to go from the beach or pool! Perfect for wearing to a picnic or fun place that you "might" get wet! Just look at that tan!  Okay, you'll need some basic sewing skills. You'll have to sew "straight" lines...you'll at least get lots of practice! Supplies: Sewing machine Top thread Elastic thread empty bobbin Lightweight towel (heavy plush towels will not work well...think cheap!) Some double folded bias tape, ribbon or something for straps (optional) Iron with steam setting  I've never smocked or shirred anything before. It's actually very simple. Here's the trickiest part: Hand wind the elastic thread around your bobbin.  **If you have a "drop in" bobbin--like a Brother machine, l...