Good afternoon all,
Today's post is long overdue. Both garments were made in January. Yeah.., that's how far behind I am with posting garments and reviews. Last year, Ann Steeves, owner of Gorgeous Fabrics, came to Chicago for the Haute Couture Fashion show. She bought several yards of "Gorgeous Fabrics" to share. I was the lucky recipient of the black ponte knit and the red and black taffeta.
Shortly after the holidays, I sewed a jacket (Simplicity 4428-B OOP) and a skirt (Butterick 5566-D). Both patterns were used for previously projects. So I won't give a full review, only some highlights.
The jacket sewed up with no problems. I serged the hems and added length to the lower back for a little more derriere coverage. Didn't make a FBA. That's it. Easy sewing project.
The skirt - I put a little more time into it. I handpicked the zipper and added ruby seed beads. I also added black pipping along all of the vertical seams and added lining.
Both pieces are great wardrobe builders made with "Gorgeous Fabrics". That's all for now.
Happy Sewing!
Cennetta
Oh you look fabulous in both of those! I'm so glad those fabrics got such a Gorgeous workup. :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pieces, both of them! I especially love that skirt and how the fabric changes colors depending on how the light hits it.
ReplyDeleteShe's too hot to handle!!!!! Love the red skirt.
ReplyDeleteLovely - that skirt is stunning with that lovely fabric, the cording and the zip.
ReplyDeleteWonderful outfit. The skirt is really fabulous with it's texture and piping.
ReplyDeleteThose are gorgeous pieces from such gorgeous fabrics. Great job.
ReplyDeleteThey are both beautiful pieces! Love the details on the skirt.
ReplyDeleteWonderful jacket! Wonderful skirt! The little extra details on the skirt really do make it extra special.
ReplyDelete(And I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one who doesn't manage to post things the minute they're sewn!)
wow that skirt is fantastic what a great holiday item. lovely.
ReplyDeleteThe skirt is sensational! I just love brocade and this is the perfect way to wear it. Did you make the top? I'd love the pattern info if so.
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone!
ReplyDeleteTrena - The top is Vogue 1282; reviewed here: http://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com/2013/02/vogue-1282-in-review.html
Thanks again,
Cennetta
Thank you for following up! I am going to have to get that pattern.
ReplyDeleteI agree gorgeous garments... love the skirt.
ReplyDeleteGreat!
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