... is finished!
Made with 70s sheets found on ebay, this Colette pattern is brilliant and falls really nicely for a 60s shift, and isnt boxy, thanks to the curve around the waist. I did have to take it in, my normal size 12 was way too big, which explains the extra seams across the chest to take some fabric in, but I love it!
I used vintage collars that have been in my stash for ages, for obviously, the collar, but also as moon shaped pockets!
While I was at it, I made a den for my minx with the rest of the sheets. Inviting, no?
Look at my lovelybum, scoliosis! A swayback is the sewing term and it usually is a pain in the bum indeed to correct patterns for the exagerated shape of my derriere. It wasnt a problem with this pattern but I still struggle with the insertion of invisible zips, it never looks seamless around the area where the zip disappears under the fabric.there is always a little bump there. If any of you know how to fix this, please tell.
I do apologize about my dishevelled/tired face, this is the result of having a super active 5 year old, working long hours and trying to keep up with my sewing to-do list...
(my 5 year old wants my tights, by the way! ha ha!)
I only lined the dress at the top, which shows in these pictures, I will have to totally underline it with a light silk.
Conclusion: success! This is the dress I am most proud of so far, even though it isnt 100% perfect and I am planning in making it next in purple t shirt jersey with lacey Liberty piping around the bib.
Next project too: The Mathilde blouse in giant polka dot navy jersey.
Love and kisses, darlings
xxx
Made with 70s sheets found on ebay, this Colette pattern is brilliant and falls really nicely for a 60s shift, and isnt boxy, thanks to the curve around the waist. I did have to take it in, my normal size 12 was way too big, which explains the extra seams across the chest to take some fabric in, but I love it!
I love orange and yellow at the moment, and am planning on making a yellow gingham dress soon.
Look at my lovely
I do apologize about my dishevelled/tired face, this is the result of having a super active 5 year old, working long hours and trying to keep up with my sewing to-do list...
Next project too: The Mathilde blouse in giant polka dot navy jersey.
Love and kisses, darlings
xxx
oh yes you definitely can be proud of yourself of making that beautiful dress, first i love that fabric! it´s so cute and modish ;) and the collar and pockets are the icing on the cake. really a darling dress.
ReplyDeleteand thank you soooo much for your lovely comment on my sailor dress, if you really would like to have a dress like there would be absolutely no problem to make it in your size, i would love to make it again.
hope you are having a wonderful weekend!
love and kiss,mary
Your laurel looks fabulous on you, and the alterations make it fit perfectly! I love the lace collar and pockets :) shift + white tights + t-strap shoes is such a perfect 60s outfit, too.
ReplyDeleteThank you girls! It's such an easy pattern I ll be making lots of laurels in different fabrics, I have found my perfect one I think!
ReplyDeleteI ll have to consider the offer marylou, sounds tempting...x
Your sewing is wonderful - so many things and wonderful use of vintage fabrics. Of course, I love the den for your minx ;)
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