Finally, I’m able to take time to write a post. Well, my summer was crazy busy. But things are beginning to slow down for me. I won’t bore you with details, but I will say my baby sister was married this summer. I ‘m very happy for her, but I have never worked so hard at a wedding. Wooowee, I’m glad we are related. LOL!!!!
First, I would like to thank everyone for all the nice comments on my sewing room. I was truly blown away.
I did manage to get a dress and my white blouse completed this summer. Not nearly as much as I planned, but something beats nothing. Instead of two separate post, I decided to do one post. So , I will start with V1382
Along with Kay Unger, Anne Klein is another designer that I like. This pattern is done in a color block on the Vogue’s website. However, I had a silk/linen black demin in my stash that I thought this would be perfect.
I didn’t care for the pockets, so I didn’t include them. I used the FBA for princess seams technique on this dress. An inch was added to the hips and a 1/4 inch to the waist. I usually underline my linen dresses, but I choose not to on this dress. I wanted a more casual linen look, wrinkles and all. Beige top stitching on the seams and bemberg lining completed my dress. I enjoy wearing this dress and would definitely make it again.
Remember my posting on my white blouse? Well low and behold its complete!!!!!! My goodness I feel like a sewing load has been lifted and I can now move forward. Here it is V8747 view A.
Why it took me so long to finish this blouse, I have absolutely no idea. But here are the stats. I used a shirt weight stretch cotton from Moods. I cut the pattern in an 18 on the top and 20 in the waist and hips. Although this is a custom fit pattern, I had to add a 1/2 inch FBA. I had to increase the hips area by a 1/2 inch and the upper arm area by a 1/2 inch. The finished sleeve would have hit the fullest part on my arm, so I increased the sleeve length an inch.
This is the first blouse that I have made and I have to say it’s nice to have one that really fits. This pattern will definitely be a staple in my collection.
Well that is all the sewing I accomplished over the summer. Next, I will post about my fabric shopping trip in New York last month.
I’m getting ready for fall sewing. I’m working on a different approach this season. Instead of picking a pattern to sew, I’m looking at building a new wardrobe. My style is changing and I not sure that it falls in just one category. I like a classic elegant with a touch of spice style. So, let’s see were I will land. 🙂
Until next time……..keep sewing!!!!!
PS…..the pants are Talbots
5 comments
Love the new pieces especially your interpretation of the Vogue dress. Can't wait to see what you bought and hear where you went in the Garment District!
Love the fit on V8747. Thanks for sharing!
Love both pieces, great sewing, great fit.
I have both patterns. I haven't sewn the dress but that blouse is one of my favorites!
Really pretty outfits! I just can't pick a favorite! They both look great on you!