tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17639901998462042412024-03-14T10:08:24.214-05:00The Mahogany StylistJulia Baker meets June Cleaver ..., Home Economics is still en VogueCennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.comBlogger1075125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-79503357817740653512024-01-25T19:03:00.001-06:002024-01-25T19:05:50.151-06:00Copy That - Inspiration from Coachtopia Part III<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcjJYJ8MlmCHyUNzHE1b8V8zdSjnKQeBSzowTChRQdlmLGMlO3YQ7vKnzTxQOiSYLZbCQUcP0OYTmOoiHtKJYYEzgNolWN3Shuv0hsxf42LP-WDE-8mZ60Es6iEHxFAb5_wPdjX_KINklxq-xPK16MGsu7bRJWJkpi86x3Jg2BPIh0CttHJAlYakm94YjP/s3156/20240125_132414.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3156" data-original-width="2533" height="725" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcjJYJ8MlmCHyUNzHE1b8V8zdSjnKQeBSzowTChRQdlmLGMlO3YQ7vKnzTxQOiSYLZbCQUcP0OYTmOoiHtKJYYEzgNolWN3Shuv0hsxf42LP-WDE-8mZ60Es6iEHxFAb5_wPdjX_KINklxq-xPK16MGsu7bRJWJkpi86x3Jg2BPIh0CttHJAlYakm94YjP/w582-h725/20240125_132414.jpg" width="582" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheKamSc5EOv_zA3u3FSomkPCHKjUmuDW94A1mc40aLK1SlHwXDbuJMqXY_LQNi5k1R3IGwjNwjXnBaBB-775RhTDS9sCHtzwnPEq_2GQMlC2TQf78WA8Dl-FzLfzNKGi0jilQFGZQe3JlQW_9J1sK6GLCmseQsrOv9uhOh8lqEVLemDrSh9P-RuCBzoUHH/s4000/20240125_131513.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="773" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheKamSc5EOv_zA3u3FSomkPCHKjUmuDW94A1mc40aLK1SlHwXDbuJMqXY_LQNi5k1R3IGwjNwjXnBaBB-775RhTDS9sCHtzwnPEq_2GQMlC2TQf78WA8Dl-FzLfzNKGi0jilQFGZQe3JlQW_9J1sK6GLCmseQsrOv9uhOh8lqEVLemDrSh9P-RuCBzoUHH/w580-h773/20240125_131513.jpg" width="580" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Hi everyone,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Today, I'm posting my part III
of my “Copy That” inspired by Coachtopia Cloud Tote. First, let me say it
has been so much fun making these tote bags. There is so much you can do
with a simple pattern. You can elevate the look using fabric or by adding
design elements to make it stand out. And then sometimes it can be about making
it more functional for your personal use.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Warning - This post is
long. I want to provide details on how I made the second and third tote.
So here goes.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Tote #2 - Faux Fur with
non-stretch knit "looking" wrong side. The lining is a
polyester taffeta that I purchased at Joann's Fabrics. It is tightly
woven and feels like a waterproof textile. Very sturdy and perfect for
the lining.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">I purchased the faux fur from
the Textile Warehouse in Chicago (West 21st near Damen Avenue). It is a
fun, funky animal print in hot pink and black. Upon examining the back of
the fabric, I thought it might need an additional layer of support. So I
used a double sided fusible web to adhere a cotton broadcloth to the wrong side
of it. This process added durability to the tote.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">After I cut out the tote, I
fused the web to the wrong side of the fabric following the manufacturer's
instructions. Below are a few photos that I managed to take during the
process.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGf20-CGO4dSYLBmFLPe54JnQ6jOPjNtpatzaO0vi1E4i8HfBRVpzF4cEQlZnQudSFYr5z4Wi7WNznfjohzhTH7tXDHfMTpFUQZcXKEUx30IOmpD9uIgE6auZGhfXmE2o9RE47p-_CWNUZH9sRELDqOr27JLGI3pxVWR9evMW_IbnPrp6sZnwZSsmnGDy8/s4000/20240117_172042.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="538" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGf20-CGO4dSYLBmFLPe54JnQ6jOPjNtpatzaO0vi1E4i8HfBRVpzF4cEQlZnQudSFYr5z4Wi7WNznfjohzhTH7tXDHfMTpFUQZcXKEUx30IOmpD9uIgE6auZGhfXmE2o9RE47p-_CWNUZH9sRELDqOr27JLGI3pxVWR9evMW_IbnPrp6sZnwZSsmnGDy8/w403-h538/20240117_172042.jpg" width="403" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjf7o8PIgK4lKd5w0QsL4s16buVPvPQ7bX-j5vTAJGE0QbHrvfCyzXhQab73fJSOeLjmZQNz_BUZAhv5qkrySNYqJvYCPpdBYYeb2pag1gKu795xMIo6VbTgxWD53YWEIBL5JgLlnzfU0dcre_Zj8R3clx3cYxKtTLjGbssClN4-7gljsBYlo5Rl0mGAYG/s4000/20240117_172110.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="533" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjf7o8PIgK4lKd5w0QsL4s16buVPvPQ7bX-j5vTAJGE0QbHrvfCyzXhQab73fJSOeLjmZQNz_BUZAhv5qkrySNYqJvYCPpdBYYeb2pag1gKu795xMIo6VbTgxWD53YWEIBL5JgLlnzfU0dcre_Zj8R3clx3cYxKtTLjGbssClN4-7gljsBYlo5Rl0mGAYG/w400-h533/20240117_172110.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr7cmfW6bQ4etCEKqnu-mNaaKHzkbBfSMlHBRK4sfAYuVbSNO4C9LEtoJLAPZXGpAAyEyEE1xIhWu0tKDUjlHBxctX2Dwk3GGGCiF6PHQziVgim28VnzVHw5ry3xWbZHbN4hZb2n0e6Dp-ieqwG-uw8D02sK8-C7SxzdMAEc8LS3_PPhhWBtkXjmQmZMKB/s4000/20240117_172305.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="531" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr7cmfW6bQ4etCEKqnu-mNaaKHzkbBfSMlHBRK4sfAYuVbSNO4C9LEtoJLAPZXGpAAyEyEE1xIhWu0tKDUjlHBxctX2Dwk3GGGCiF6PHQziVgim28VnzVHw5ry3xWbZHbN4hZb2n0e6Dp-ieqwG-uw8D02sK8-C7SxzdMAEc8LS3_PPhhWBtkXjmQmZMKB/w398-h531/20240117_172305.jpg" width="398" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8ID8RDKoTWe5s_aLbMlyYeF-QXbgzrlzUCthvTj68rZLxerTqeZkac5LwjjRzgt4ziYidgDrKdm7np8k2RSjRpXjXUFpZ2_z2zcyl9kO3_qUOaYoCLTjB8LL1M8NbhdoY9qFdASOjU_hrgAvdPrpxzfJLlsxi9U-oO8oBWDYzb8OP73DZGGcGCCNzQcAq/s3592/20240117_172352.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3592" data-original-width="2605" height="554" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8ID8RDKoTWe5s_aLbMlyYeF-QXbgzrlzUCthvTj68rZLxerTqeZkac5LwjjRzgt4ziYidgDrKdm7np8k2RSjRpXjXUFpZ2_z2zcyl9kO3_qUOaYoCLTjB8LL1M8NbhdoY9qFdASOjU_hrgAvdPrpxzfJLlsxi9U-oO8oBWDYzb8OP73DZGGcGCCNzQcAq/w402-h554/20240117_172352.jpg" width="402" /></a></div><br /> <p></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">I wanted my tote bag to have
some pockets. Using the lining fabric, I cut two pieces of fabric, the
same size, to make a doubled layered pocket strip. After sewing the
pocket strip to the bag lining, I then sewed four more vertical lines to make
two large pockets and two small ones to hold pencils and pens. For the
smaller pockets, I also sewed a horizontal line across them to prevent the pencils/pens
from falling too far into the slot. </span></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">(PLEASE NOTE: POCKET CONSTRUCTION PHOTOS ARE OF THE THIRD TOTE. DIFFERENT COLOR. I FORGOT TO TAKE PICTURES OF THE PROCESS USING THE BLACK LINING. LAST PHOTO SHOWS BLACK LINING POCKET FOR THE FAUX FUR TOTE.)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr74mlcH3_KSk63NfJvGILE1qX5l43gm6eGb8XvVS12jz8q3GfJamCh_dgdHMN5OCklFI_U0pVuRewXS1XT-eI2OfWfBK-y192L_kGpOqHoQqVQkFVrpB-ab3JnwTJr_zCWbEIbuTcQ3jhUuEEJNsa98E4by5GL_fYE4Ltk6epq2uJi55eWid-btFAC1e5/s3000/20240122_084948.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="3000" height="312" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr74mlcH3_KSk63NfJvGILE1qX5l43gm6eGb8XvVS12jz8q3GfJamCh_dgdHMN5OCklFI_U0pVuRewXS1XT-eI2OfWfBK-y192L_kGpOqHoQqVQkFVrpB-ab3JnwTJr_zCWbEIbuTcQ3jhUuEEJNsa98E4by5GL_fYE4Ltk6epq2uJi55eWid-btFAC1e5/w464-h312/20240122_084948.jpg" width="464" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Once the broadcloth was secured
to the back and the pockets/label were sewn on, I was ready to put the tote
together. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">First, I sewed the body of the
bag and lining together using a 3/8" seam allowance. At the top of
each side of the tote bag and lining, start sewing 3/8" from the
top. At the bottom curve of both, I sewed a second row of stitches to
help prevent break through. </span></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLzqMJXFK7ic1YVn13li0KlHBjzslYEVo_IzQs8BNekqWImakTyox9_WtevH2gnlg0lBg_e5QKWbp75RmfVbpMJy27fmJvR3bitHMlt_MgcEfGCdUnwzwYYi1tYBmUTT0LBuZuBl8Ajw-6xuMZY0JY619CCsirAnUs47oIxsmYy1fDliHV1AaeEjtzgxKA/s3895/20240118_112932.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3895" data-original-width="2164" height="636" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLzqMJXFK7ic1YVn13li0KlHBjzslYEVo_IzQs8BNekqWImakTyox9_WtevH2gnlg0lBg_e5QKWbp75RmfVbpMJy27fmJvR3bitHMlt_MgcEfGCdUnwzwYYi1tYBmUTT0LBuZuBl8Ajw-6xuMZY0JY619CCsirAnUs47oIxsmYy1fDliHV1AaeEjtzgxKA/w354-h636/20240118_112932.jpg" width="354" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">I also sewed the straps together.
Next, I pressed both and turned the bag to the right side leaving the lining
with the wrong side on the outside. Then I slipped the lining inside the
bag matching the straps and the front and back curve of the upper body.
Next, I pinned the two together; then sewed along the straps and upper part of
the bag together.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">The last step made it easy to
add the bias tape to all of the raw edges of the tote bag. <a href="https://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com/2012/11/making-your-own-bias-tape-tutorial.html" target="_blank"> To make my bias tape, follow the instructions in this link.</a> I cut my tape about
1.5" wide. For the bias tape, I used a remnant of black silky polyester
lining. It was easier to work with than the taffeta. The taffeta
has almost no stretch or give on the bias. So once I had
made the strip of bias tape, I folded it in half and pressed it. Next, I
sewed it to the wrong side of the bag along all raw edges keeping them even and
slightly stretching the bias tape along the curve areas of the bag. At
each end I left about 1" (loose bias tape) as the ends needed to be sewn
together to complete the circle. There will be three separate sections
along the opening and the straps of the bag that require this finishing.
Completing the circle of the bias tape edge was a little tricky; I ended up
slightly overlapping them tucking the raw edge of the outer tape under to
finish with a folded edge (if that makes sense). Before rolling the bias
tape folded edge to cover the raw edge, I trimmed away about half of the seam
allowance to help make it easier. The folded edge of the bias tape should at
least cover the seam line. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Once that is done, Press using
a pressing cloth. Make sure not to flatten the pile of the faux
fur. That's it for this version.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjiuTQi3ylev1MpZRgbVlJlj6QCFy6GAYWaFmpLt3NAnYjDbxAoHJexd4Di6R57ZpnN9J2MT-3WTC17hcYpKI9gGulAZrM2ftS8Z2A1mTOwWfrgQwp2ccKMP9rhg4sftoeKLAyRtZlFeTPWVEBUKHGWcwaiFtIkkY0EM5hO-Gfv264CMSiixIvwqKSjkTl/s4000/20240125_131624.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="592" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjiuTQi3ylev1MpZRgbVlJlj6QCFy6GAYWaFmpLt3NAnYjDbxAoHJexd4Di6R57ZpnN9J2MT-3WTC17hcYpKI9gGulAZrM2ftS8Z2A1mTOwWfrgQwp2ccKMP9rhg4sftoeKLAyRtZlFeTPWVEBUKHGWcwaiFtIkkY0EM5hO-Gfv264CMSiixIvwqKSjkTl/w444-h592/20240125_131624.jpg" width="444" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz4jCxPeBPYcVxt0CQzSL3m8ArJ8uQpC42qx3jyBCBdqxWauIXifB09UhzxT98vJgvR6-LuOHY-fWFKmdyIogguZPd24BB1B4uEYihWsAUMlPMuNlTwvC-qFooMmJXxxXCWYZEgvjIpPXULFZlkwPLJU-BDpURS0IJV87U5Zb4pS8KwgxXoYtuitXSSJXK/s4000/20240125_131545.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="595" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz4jCxPeBPYcVxt0CQzSL3m8ArJ8uQpC42qx3jyBCBdqxWauIXifB09UhzxT98vJgvR6-LuOHY-fWFKmdyIogguZPd24BB1B4uEYihWsAUMlPMuNlTwvC-qFooMmJXxxXCWYZEgvjIpPXULFZlkwPLJU-BDpURS0IJV87U5Zb4pS8KwgxXoYtuitXSSJXK/w447-h595/20240125_131545.jpg" width="447" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiJk_OPBkfUHBTdjNgyPVcHQv8r44yiVq3OseApKk3FM9ZTTZcRUM57FcBxbORIuEfAOgvMqEBncMgyo3aFXqrH96J2WWoUQWN_-iZp9hgdKeMv1k9aww782EBoT00A7YL3FnYjIyNSNB4cOzm3MUHND13ZoODiQBMqfFC1wUtSsitlPEIOpAyv03AJSmk/s4000/20240125_131513.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="603" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiJk_OPBkfUHBTdjNgyPVcHQv8r44yiVq3OseApKk3FM9ZTTZcRUM57FcBxbORIuEfAOgvMqEBncMgyo3aFXqrH96J2WWoUQWN_-iZp9hgdKeMv1k9aww782EBoT00A7YL3FnYjIyNSNB4cOzm3MUHND13ZoODiQBMqfFC1wUtSsitlPEIOpAyv03AJSmk/w453-h603/20240125_131513.jpg" width="453" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKmXulQ8S7RGy9AmlhSXY_woZ1dfYI9TA0IAw1xnYEmOarzEYCBb0UamWu1pezpTjiRccy9KIB1w2RlzfPaBdRME8hgDV0QVK4mBTis23KrOzqBtmP7raSShZAKJXifLDb3XHwDuafAVKnkCzuARdRldD3XBfQY8W2w8lVeiU-xJRQ19gHdv3vP-7fhxV3/s4000/20240125_131446.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="616" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKmXulQ8S7RGy9AmlhSXY_woZ1dfYI9TA0IAw1xnYEmOarzEYCBb0UamWu1pezpTjiRccy9KIB1w2RlzfPaBdRME8hgDV0QVK4mBTis23KrOzqBtmP7raSShZAKJXifLDb3XHwDuafAVKnkCzuARdRldD3XBfQY8W2w8lVeiU-xJRQ19gHdv3vP-7fhxV3/w462-h616/20240125_131446.jpg" width="462" /></a></div><br /><o:p></o:p><p></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Tote #3.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I used a slightly different method of
constructing this tote.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>First, the
fabric I used is a quilted nylon with a fleece like backing also from the
Textile Warehouse.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I added a broadcloth
to the wrong side for this version.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Same
process as the faux fur version.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
lining was also a taffeta that I purchased at Joann’s.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">I used the same construction
process to make the pockets and to sew the lining and bag together.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But instead of sewing the wrong sides together
to add a bias tape.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I followed the instructions
given by Made Everyday.com <a href="https://www.madeeveryday.com/reversible-bag-pattern/" target="_blank">Here is the link</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It was pretty easy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I finished it
with top stitching along all edges. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5FH3De9UJvLcbDDJTDrqItfxbpFeqIVnEifmnUDBEvByHbI4JOjd9qdlvG8LvabuimjifJgn1tVrMmXLwD73oLWzEMFo2k2EeeAwvjxmTqeEnkrRa9Z5hwuEB_8sEzyJ3O-AX5LKU0oNHveNlvbT0ukZvlwmSlyQWkxalBHZBNBS2swdGpV52TRgVL73i/s4000/20240122_122626.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="2605" height="655" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5FH3De9UJvLcbDDJTDrqItfxbpFeqIVnEifmnUDBEvByHbI4JOjd9qdlvG8LvabuimjifJgn1tVrMmXLwD73oLWzEMFo2k2EeeAwvjxmTqeEnkrRa9Z5hwuEB_8sEzyJ3O-AX5LKU0oNHveNlvbT0ukZvlwmSlyQWkxalBHZBNBS2swdGpV52TRgVL73i/w426-h655/20240122_122626.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3vCEDvGec5zm0i0v9tj_e7yMQ9kZE0M_OK5gLxdxddyP4OaWJ1V9oXcr0SkREJ6lInsoOCSiLVTm_iJIa6A3xCRl3nVcJ67SC3KeA_ed8QYyJDaakh_XQ_jxB2trI9sGnaIaqn4yQqKPCE0AgQpJvvPue8HKHU0NdsXxwjV_g1dh2h1v98G5fKngznDGR/s3454/20240125_131726.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3454" data-original-width="1515" height="1009" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3vCEDvGec5zm0i0v9tj_e7yMQ9kZE0M_OK5gLxdxddyP4OaWJ1V9oXcr0SkREJ6lInsoOCSiLVTm_iJIa6A3xCRl3nVcJ67SC3KeA_ed8QYyJDaakh_XQ_jxB2trI9sGnaIaqn4yQqKPCE0AgQpJvvPue8HKHU0NdsXxwjV_g1dh2h1v98G5fKngznDGR/w441-h1009/20240125_131726.jpg" width="441" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAbUYN9e_Xk22wqoZdGHpyuvVp6Cn8xXpTVHBRTaTABpEHzz-rpy1ITjMzOg-eLGYly4MI2rQLECX-rsfJo5fqaFBEpZRXIz0c0OoevVCwE2_l2CqtPbBDwg7dYHh52FRFzCJIyCe_JGA9NgPbWcgTN7TVJnymUW2VR474Pnh2bNrxEXrtY7_x0RgheWdi/s2826/20240125_131747.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2826" data-original-width="1718" height="732" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAbUYN9e_Xk22wqoZdGHpyuvVp6Cn8xXpTVHBRTaTABpEHzz-rpy1ITjMzOg-eLGYly4MI2rQLECX-rsfJo5fqaFBEpZRXIz0c0OoevVCwE2_l2CqtPbBDwg7dYHh52FRFzCJIyCe_JGA9NgPbWcgTN7TVJnymUW2VR474Pnh2bNrxEXrtY7_x0RgheWdi/w446-h732/20240125_131747.jpg" width="446" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGxdXYDWZZ5CReGSzSiZPb5JPLsFQLV9hzdpl6moM4kdtqBmJIgqBbK7b1RsMivQDqorGynqUct0MxM5gqOIqa-NCgzC-FqzwQOJe82V-Vvn7YJP1WdlCz5WllKEBlVKj74NVnqwZHS3YpIbgFDvpDN_ikjZCzic5EJx7prhz59OOlCHHckqCwCgO0NT7Z/s2816/20240125_131810.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2816" data-original-width="1976" height="624" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGxdXYDWZZ5CReGSzSiZPb5JPLsFQLV9hzdpl6moM4kdtqBmJIgqBbK7b1RsMivQDqorGynqUct0MxM5gqOIqa-NCgzC-FqzwQOJe82V-Vvn7YJP1WdlCz5WllKEBlVKj74NVnqwZHS3YpIbgFDvpDN_ikjZCzic5EJx7prhz59OOlCHHckqCwCgO0NT7Z/w439-h624/20240125_131810.jpg" width="439" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXN_OW09HdBqLxuHpRzXxPCVYXy9YYYGZPRma6oeRVMi5r2xXp4FvzwLqm5A_q6rL9BEmbyFwny_9GBHXaNNtfeKJyZdhuOF3eI22VNLq1e65X-aMknlXnkzDx4SZ2Yy_MOZcCmGCPFLLJ293vLueDolaxRfk_e1omDJVB0r7mKkOR8490xK0NDseqw7hi/s4000/20240125_131859.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="597" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXN_OW09HdBqLxuHpRzXxPCVYXy9YYYGZPRma6oeRVMi5r2xXp4FvzwLqm5A_q6rL9BEmbyFwny_9GBHXaNNtfeKJyZdhuOF3eI22VNLq1e65X-aMknlXnkzDx4SZ2Yy_MOZcCmGCPFLLJ293vLueDolaxRfk_e1omDJVB0r7mKkOR8490xK0NDseqw7hi/w448-h597/20240125_131859.jpg" width="448" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><p></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">I hope this was helpful.
Happy Sewing!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">C<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><br /><p></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-63811725349164672682024-01-21T00:00:00.002-06:002024-03-14T10:07:52.335-05:00Copy That - Inspiration from Coachtopia Part II <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-d4x2WargrGXeA8WuJP4lxdvA93Wxdjp9LOelzzlhkS6gJz4E28dYAgLwxMgBRtlBXrUwGofeV8bURPihSGth4W6MMmYtHWp-7zuc5SHvC1wo93jlmqgKeL8ptfZo2w_i_XlauAOMZkYMrE-YSuagWtDtBvwqbnkQ0FjpDrJdc10QKlGu7mW1QKW_b3kb/s4000/20240118_164410.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="747" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-d4x2WargrGXeA8WuJP4lxdvA93Wxdjp9LOelzzlhkS6gJz4E28dYAgLwxMgBRtlBXrUwGofeV8bURPihSGth4W6MMmYtHWp-7zuc5SHvC1wo93jlmqgKeL8ptfZo2w_i_XlauAOMZkYMrE-YSuagWtDtBvwqbnkQ0FjpDrJdc10QKlGu7mW1QKW_b3kb/w561-h747/20240118_164410.jpg" width="561" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>This is a quick photo of the progress on tote number two. No quilted fabric for this version. Just a bright pink animal print.</p><p>Stay turned for details on how I made this version.</p><p><br /></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-51622091288237667182024-01-20T00:00:00.002-06:002024-03-14T10:07:36.839-05:00Copy That - Inspiration from Coachtopia Part I<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcJHljl6fkGG5puT90_0CtKCJ2wry70Uhc4W-U3jM7rJmUAHNZ-n0u-TY0mTMzbZD-h0PzfDhoCcjXuUWLS3kwB0AJrORYuCrnS2ByfcLKKWODjEAZg7puTY-WcNjQW7UYzV7ilEUzdxhHP8TZtzaJP_Gyx9OdHGTxgpOSpfbXy6_YmpBQxgtaFHs0lk3p/s4000/20240106_162505.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="844" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcJHljl6fkGG5puT90_0CtKCJ2wry70Uhc4W-U3jM7rJmUAHNZ-n0u-TY0mTMzbZD-h0PzfDhoCcjXuUWLS3kwB0AJrORYuCrnS2ByfcLKKWODjEAZg7puTY-WcNjQW7UYzV7ilEUzdxhHP8TZtzaJP_Gyx9OdHGTxgpOSpfbXy6_YmpBQxgtaFHs0lk3p/w634-h844/20240106_162505.jpg" width="634" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqGtZDeerYGsqnaNwd5A4VeznI9C24r5zVli0G3ZxUN1OZbAHIALEpa5hfSRylfYkNNMi60qL2UVgvfua6WjnZZUDHw5BS-MhCifuP6Dpzp4r9S-PtZ82uZXNJY-y7C-K1V0sBxWJ9jCU5AECoUPtnp8uJr2QsokpFs86hFrdyVRCda8gMiyArp_lDpiiT/s3000/20240106_163736-EDIT.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2026" data-original-width="3000" height="356" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqGtZDeerYGsqnaNwd5A4VeznI9C24r5zVli0G3ZxUN1OZbAHIALEpa5hfSRylfYkNNMi60qL2UVgvfua6WjnZZUDHw5BS-MhCifuP6Dpzp4r9S-PtZ82uZXNJY-y7C-K1V0sBxWJ9jCU5AECoUPtnp8uJr2QsokpFs86hFrdyVRCda8gMiyArp_lDpiiT/w528-h356/20240106_163736-EDIT.jpg" width="528" /></a></div><br /><br /><p><br /></p><p>It has been quite sometimes since I made a<a href="https://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com/2007/12/inspiration-coat-and-mccalls-5247-final.html" target="_blank"> "Copy That" </a>project. Today
I decided to “reboot” the segment on my blog.
I’ve already made a few posts on Facebook and Instagram. <o:p></o:p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHxKcVHg0rzYS0uAzaXFZfuxqCsXz6e5TBq13KoTGPrXfV5vt7BgoSiXt4hfvkFdsuFqgL1oY0sP5bPM1rYmT5lX83B72-14mGhRrDi5ptzDD8gvdlBBJvMm62sbcqV0GnopYFPmXd6pSYzlNGZrAuY64Ns8DfNvnMeyJW6XEsLBIxalzxbOzA3CLsAlmC/s1142/Clipped_image_20240107_005951.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1142" data-original-width="738" height="515" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHxKcVHg0rzYS0uAzaXFZfuxqCsXz6e5TBq13KoTGPrXfV5vt7BgoSiXt4hfvkFdsuFqgL1oY0sP5bPM1rYmT5lX83B72-14mGhRrDi5ptzDD8gvdlBBJvMm62sbcqV0GnopYFPmXd6pSYzlNGZrAuY64Ns8DfNvnMeyJW6XEsLBIxalzxbOzA3CLsAlmC/w333-h515/Clipped_image_20240107_005951.png" width="333" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Anyway, a dear friend of mines, drew my attention to a new product line
under the Coach umbrella called <a href="http://Coachtopia." target="_blank">Coachtopia.</a> Her cousin is actually the
head designer for Coachtopia. It is a fresh, youthful spend on classic
designs. One of my favorites is the Cloud tote. It is a quilted
tote bag that is big enough to carry a laptop in it. <o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgemQWXf1N5VKYeHGFUMQ90hOQBXV9bo6lo9YnwmjlbP3R4qIwhMRXUG9QrlCI7Mdf09v5rQ4h3CceHNNlVw4oHbdoqHCQwEN91t-sI3I_LbgCO9rRx7vcLeW9Dx_ne7U94qRrpGYpt-Cz_EXQiGp_ZMx9kw7103Ef6IOFmN-mjU5ItHlFEsUIqa8VR_ALp/s4000/20240106_162157.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="709" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgemQWXf1N5VKYeHGFUMQ90hOQBXV9bo6lo9YnwmjlbP3R4qIwhMRXUG9QrlCI7Mdf09v5rQ4h3CceHNNlVw4oHbdoqHCQwEN91t-sI3I_LbgCO9rRx7vcLeW9Dx_ne7U94qRrpGYpt-Cz_EXQiGp_ZMx9kw7103Ef6IOFmN-mjU5ItHlFEsUIqa8VR_ALp/w532-h709/20240106_162157.jpg" width="532" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Some time ago, I downloaded the<a href="https://www.madeeveryday.com/reversible-bag-pattern/" target="_blank"> "Made Everyday Reversible
Bag".</a> I made several for gifts. I have yet to review it on my
blog. It is super easy to make.<o:p></o:p></p><p>So, I used the reversible bag to create my first Cloud tote inspired bag.
This first version is not perfect. The
straps are too wide and can easily slide off the shoulder. <o:p></o:p></p><p>
</p><p>My second version is already in the works.
I made it with lightly thinner straps and a longer body in hopes of copying the shape of the Cloud tote.<o:p></o:p></p><p>Stay tuned, More later.</p><p><br /></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-14468175277022675722024-01-19T19:22:00.002-06:002024-03-14T10:06:58.744-05:00Cozy Stretch Velvet - New Look N6687<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyn8aRksKZRCkTbbk51vjkdpriDFDCbOt60I3zYN3q9zgUrDw8UZbBesMS73VLID9SUN2H9YpwZhUTXxcprqMxiTa3aBbZxpLj52BqrhteyzWNHPdSMRyBLkvdZaHuNuar0SpvgIxt13lz6zpwreSDp1xpi98cMy1Pn0bjlmZKiNQdBji7tRZDXQNGDrgr/s1950/20240106_163713-EDIT.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1950" data-original-width="1755" height="494" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyn8aRksKZRCkTbbk51vjkdpriDFDCbOt60I3zYN3q9zgUrDw8UZbBesMS73VLID9SUN2H9YpwZhUTXxcprqMxiTa3aBbZxpLj52BqrhteyzWNHPdSMRyBLkvdZaHuNuar0SpvgIxt13lz6zpwreSDp1xpi98cMy1Pn0bjlmZKiNQdBji7tRZDXQNGDrgr/w444-h494/20240106_163713-EDIT.jpg" width="444" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLcrzekRbeDDdS4VkqP-w_UAqL8Q4wxcAsatqfe7Tc1lrK9g6ooFLJuVy8fWxHsEQCGwvD7hltqxbfseJqRb9BeP2RgazIukIw8L3I_TlqKTiNzGKIUUSLsro25wTrFTwVP6OB9YYe3NC7x8Rk4QF9owcRRW1KXbmXU_Ohry_Mj8nHhxqdhFcYmBvJrZmh/s2005/20240106_163706-EDIT.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1994" data-original-width="2005" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLcrzekRbeDDdS4VkqP-w_UAqL8Q4wxcAsatqfe7Tc1lrK9g6ooFLJuVy8fWxHsEQCGwvD7hltqxbfseJqRb9BeP2RgazIukIw8L3I_TlqKTiNzGKIUUSLsro25wTrFTwVP6OB9YYe3NC7x8Rk4QF9owcRRW1KXbmXU_Ohry_Mj8nHhxqdhFcYmBvJrZmh/w445-h442/20240106_163706-EDIT.jpg" width="445" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">I wanted a cozy, black velvet top
for the winter season. When I saw the stretch velvet at Joann's, I really
didn't have a pattern in mind. I just knew I wanted something new and
cozy for the season. After returning home from the store, immediately I
tossed the fabric with several other fabrics into the washer. This velvet
washes and dries beautifully. Love it.</span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1beOIJ7ztSHo0lN3pP_Q9qUkP7fYOzPClRcwCVMfGBAz_wqKSzwd_GUYMO75Gld4ko55JS929SU9YOb0Qjb7otvwY-5Y9Ta-ltN1daYZeZ0MgdkvKy4mvKT79cAbBb8c8JQ4m8HDBraMido6VpfRp7qQxGM3t6OjI4y_U_cXRP3cZAABC6yJ_aIrvhBa4/s2514/20240111_202146-EDIT.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2514" data-original-width="1973" height="242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1beOIJ7ztSHo0lN3pP_Q9qUkP7fYOzPClRcwCVMfGBAz_wqKSzwd_GUYMO75Gld4ko55JS929SU9YOb0Qjb7otvwY-5Y9Ta-ltN1daYZeZ0MgdkvKy4mvKT79cAbBb8c8JQ4m8HDBraMido6VpfRp7qQxGM3t6OjI4y_U_cXRP3cZAABC6yJ_aIrvhBa4/w190-h242/20240111_202146-EDIT.jpg" width="190" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">My pattern choice for my velvet
top was New Look N6687. I thought the match up was okay. Not
perfect though.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The fabric for the top
used on the envelope appears to be lighter and has more fluidity. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">This pattern top, view A,
may be described as a knit top with a asymmetric neckline, ruched side and long
sleeves. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">It comes in sizes 6 to
18. I used size 16 with a few modifications.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVQYD13iMfT78H0IWj7hR07llJwX9qesFnwSXeU9KpYj6m56H_JJeVZxqBeuz0_L3P7L3dZip5jIVukcey6iaW90V2yU332MiknWLS6-zY14tXtfI-w9qfR08GOHvyOUMlwtO9OFLC0GADljm4SdSsaF3GDGptOH47STj9Vi7_5V-b7cZthcPtsVg49l9C/s2709/20240111_201757-EDIT.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2709" data-original-width="2081" height="571" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVQYD13iMfT78H0IWj7hR07llJwX9qesFnwSXeU9KpYj6m56H_JJeVZxqBeuz0_L3P7L3dZip5jIVukcey6iaW90V2yU332MiknWLS6-zY14tXtfI-w9qfR08GOHvyOUMlwtO9OFLC0GADljm4SdSsaF3GDGptOH47STj9Vi7_5V-b7cZthcPtsVg49l9C/w439-h571/20240111_201757-EDIT.jpg" width="439" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpvE7Bfnz-fleulvfThlS7Z658TBOOnT96IZcscswrfAHNe_lBEon_Oq4FYlDLyt7XmhJ9tqw8igJDE-YDj526n9Pe_ujFfxSzEcSuO6c-sJ2coSsh-hFXKypATqocG3n463eFEBMacym1Klg09RE9PKfes0_7Kl3SdprOLc2prnudb4M6WsZX7xq_GIQh/s4000/20240111_201912.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="582" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpvE7Bfnz-fleulvfThlS7Z658TBOOnT96IZcscswrfAHNe_lBEon_Oq4FYlDLyt7XmhJ9tqw8igJDE-YDj526n9Pe_ujFfxSzEcSuO6c-sJ2coSsh-hFXKypATqocG3n463eFEBMacym1Klg09RE9PKfes0_7Kl3SdprOLc2prnudb4M6WsZX7xq_GIQh/w437-h582/20240111_201912.jpg" width="437" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLudYHUxCyY8KQ90D4-RDTuy818RY7UWc_RJTq46ozT4QJD2Y_BNxH37TlSCK8BNPaaRBXShq8sTq43DuWglIUQJargANHxNBEKwmEJIYSdxNiDpk7XdmcjP7U8XyrUoPxv72426iNqkx7MfVAbM4TSl1rDZAPp1AIYdlNOgXx2YWicFR2K7e6itbUeDf/s4000/20240111_202025.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="603" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLudYHUxCyY8KQ90D4-RDTuy818RY7UWc_RJTq46ozT4QJD2Y_BNxH37TlSCK8BNPaaRBXShq8sTq43DuWglIUQJargANHxNBEKwmEJIYSdxNiDpk7XdmcjP7U8XyrUoPxv72426iNqkx7MfVAbM4TSl1rDZAPp1AIYdlNOgXx2YWicFR2K7e6itbUeDf/w453-h603/20240111_202025.jpg" width="453" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXIhYDUvxCqQ9ryEc8pAQz5WdCI266Xfq9mkNueObozj5F-_lHM71Pi7uxtaBM27kUFDo6LanlH1Arg0O-eKMMJpZ86jZN5gkvoMh4et_D6Vgk4cHX2Z-WLgfBHGVFuhBs8J3_EfdExtlKHyHuzxnMDOhSz_GFz3a-SJ_07lwoRfRO-7Nl1h4AkP88_whq/s4000/20240111_201742.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="599" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXIhYDUvxCqQ9ryEc8pAQz5WdCI266Xfq9mkNueObozj5F-_lHM71Pi7uxtaBM27kUFDo6LanlH1Arg0O-eKMMJpZ86jZN5gkvoMh4et_D6Vgk4cHX2Z-WLgfBHGVFuhBs8J3_EfdExtlKHyHuzxnMDOhSz_GFz3a-SJ_07lwoRfRO-7Nl1h4AkP88_whq/w449-h599/20240111_201742.jpg" width="449" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">My version of the top looks
very much like the drawing and photographs on the envelope. Because of
the heavy fabric, my version does not have as much drape. Also, the
length of my top looks a few inches shorter. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">The instructions were typical
and easy to follow. It's important to transfer all markings, notches and
circles. There was nothing confusing in the instructions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The top quickly came together.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">What I like about this top is
the neckline and the ruching. A change in the neckline of a basic t-shirt
is always welcomed. The ruching helps add interest to the waistline while
camouflages that little fluffy area that a few of us have. Lol<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">As far as alterations of the
pattern, I didn't change/alter much. In the bust area, I added just a bit
more width and I lengthen the sleeves about an inch. Lately, I've been
feeling a little lazy when it comes to doing a FBA. The good thing is it
turned out just fine.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">I think I will make this
again. Next time I will make it slightly longer. Plus I will do a
better "FBA". Lol This is a pattern that beginners can make,
and I do recommend it. Surprisingly, there aren't many postings online by
sewists who have made it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">In conclusion, this is a nice
staple knit top to try. The neckline and the ruching add interest to a
basic t-shirt design.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">So that’s it for now.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Happy Sewing!</span></b><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-7962023421207741392024-01-07T00:24:00.002-06:002024-03-14T10:06:39.109-05:00Faux Shaved Lamb Fall Coat - Burda Style 7028<p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoHj2MIA7qnIUobIuOl4LR-zR0_BmZF1UZmBu7qjp_tTmyEfMykIpte3bt_yCy_zBHUNPyik6Y6hzlC5784nGEP0v0BOMusWwX5Zn4QS4a5Ia_3VD8Ojcquf4S1p7DoyIJMAq54h6UQ12hKGf3hOLfO3r2pk0Y3SM_pgwdgDAeJ2Oq3Jr2jbzXhMGzas1E/s4000/20231212_151232.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="764" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoHj2MIA7qnIUobIuOl4LR-zR0_BmZF1UZmBu7qjp_tTmyEfMykIpte3bt_yCy_zBHUNPyik6Y6hzlC5784nGEP0v0BOMusWwX5Zn4QS4a5Ia_3VD8Ojcquf4S1p7DoyIJMAq54h6UQ12hKGf3hOLfO3r2pk0Y3SM_pgwdgDAeJ2Oq3Jr2jbzXhMGzas1E/w573-h764/20231212_151232.jpg" width="573" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd8EO4aQ3aZnncbxn7IP3YqJ-_NOY28zwmBONevxgk7lnG22haHr4hopwvozvjuh-Hz2Frpp-eOWqak0FZpyN1UxAsLa_JKMxO_G4QR2-97xTQEdKm11JF5vtEj74lAfgDCHosNKOqU57N5C1-Rw6wo1Q_pJT2GNnoZh7F7_f-pe8EY8ybZ626YMQ_YTM1/s4000/20231212_151256.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="781" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd8EO4aQ3aZnncbxn7IP3YqJ-_NOY28zwmBONevxgk7lnG22haHr4hopwvozvjuh-Hz2Frpp-eOWqak0FZpyN1UxAsLa_JKMxO_G4QR2-97xTQEdKm11JF5vtEj74lAfgDCHosNKOqU57N5C1-Rw6wo1Q_pJT2GNnoZh7F7_f-pe8EY8ybZ626YMQ_YTM1/w586-h781/20231212_151256.jpg" width="586" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"><br /></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">I finished this months ago, and it was just in time for the midwestern
mild winter. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">I've wanted to make View A for quite some time, and I knew I would make
some changes. Starting with, adding a collar. And in this case I
did just that. Anyway, here is a quick pattern review of this coat
project.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">Pattern Description: </span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">Coat and jacket. That's all
Burda Style indicates on the envelope. Their descriptions are just as
vague as their sewing instructions. But I must admit, they always have
interesting styles. So, I will add that view A is a cocoon style coat
with waist darts and in-seam pockets. Both views are lined and have drop
sleeves.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">
<b>Pattern Sizing: </b>The pattern comes in sizes 10 to
22. I used a size 16. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">
<b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were
done sewing with it? </b>Pretty much. I made a few minor
changes. Instead of one button, my coat has three. <br />
<br />
<b>Were the instructions easy to follow? </b>The instructions were typical
Burda. Nothing difficult or confusing. I did make a few changes in
how I constructed my coat.<br />
<br />
<b>What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? </b></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">Likes:</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">The cocoon
silhouette of the coat. I've never made or had a coat styled like
this.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">The front
in-seam pockets. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">Dislikes:</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">Construction of
the lining and how it is sewn to the coat. I followed this
step. After I completed it, I tried it on to see how the coat would
lay/hang on my body. The hem was all wonky. There needs to be
at least an inch hem in the coat to help it hang better, which I did
around the curve from one side to the other. That improve the hang
of the coat.</span> </li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">
<b>Fabric Used: </b>This coat is made with Theory black faux shaved lamb
(#313222) from Mood Fabrics. It has been in my stash for at least four
years. So Mood may not have it in stock anymore. It is soft to the
touch and has a knit backing. It was easy to sew. For the lining, I
used a crepe back satin that I purchased at JoAnn's. The weight of it adds
a bit more thickness to the medium weight coat. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoD3-VZ2X54HDnaPbCnkKhiDDZQCsJqx8xFuaAxmN7HWoaQJcLKAvPKWUiVTrax3YSGR-lAUuG82e3i-snuG-vaA1lO7mfASAwVABTrOY4Z7IVEtdhVUCzWEi_KiDMu8G3-vQeCWRe9D3ACx4ROmsJWG9z5cUXt0GWycaLXJi0vyXY0Ddew1JmTzxdlPGC/s8160/20231130_155621.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoD3-VZ2X54HDnaPbCnkKhiDDZQCsJqx8xFuaAxmN7HWoaQJcLKAvPKWUiVTrax3YSGR-lAUuG82e3i-snuG-vaA1lO7mfASAwVABTrOY4Z7IVEtdhVUCzWEi_KiDMu8G3-vQeCWRe9D3ACx4ROmsJWG9z5cUXt0GWycaLXJi0vyXY0Ddew1JmTzxdlPGC/w402-h536/20231130_155621.jpg" width="402" /></a></div><br /> <br />
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<b>Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: </b>I really
didn't do much in the area of fit alterations. I used size 16. But
I think size 14 would have been better. The sleeves were extremely long
(Cut them to appropriate length) and the neckline is a little too roomy.
I did take in the sides about one inch for a slightly closer fit. I added
buttons. One button isn't enough. Lol And, I used the crepe satin to make the button loops. No other changes other
than the hem construction that I mention above.<p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKFMa6FiearLQn8OJ5iqbI-sh_xYiLeHMpORVxQudbBGrylHGAzUcVvhyeqgc4W4by7W7gIZTBZJ9glfd-bDAf5QK9tEzxzb0LqSsg9CQVoTWKEPC9AXxkA2XPmVp5JkH2krR6dDKd3q-XKutydOPghJ8v0MdSSKfRF2y4nE39REV8jkKwfDAIyU_rDe10/s8160/20231130_155750.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="613" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKFMa6FiearLQn8OJ5iqbI-sh_xYiLeHMpORVxQudbBGrylHGAzUcVvhyeqgc4W4by7W7gIZTBZJ9glfd-bDAf5QK9tEzxzb0LqSsg9CQVoTWKEPC9AXxkA2XPmVp5JkH2krR6dDKd3q-XKutydOPghJ8v0MdSSKfRF2y4nE39REV8jkKwfDAIyU_rDe10/w460-h613/20231130_155750.jpg" width="460" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWQckX_DSfbyFlgbEhH9TtsvyL7AUUwBCAtcuYz7w93SZtW3wQiJwoeZFvniCapgpMpJIJkOTM1_1YqEQZQHk-92cnWwuy-7XGbWET6BGObnNKSq4M15VDYRVPnZKmGBQYA63ZONxh0nLCUzVd3JFdbJZeJRy7SEkfpMzfs4QuF6d9VBOwIJo7jcF9cCF6/s8160/20231130_155739.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="612" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWQckX_DSfbyFlgbEhH9TtsvyL7AUUwBCAtcuYz7w93SZtW3wQiJwoeZFvniCapgpMpJIJkOTM1_1YqEQZQHk-92cnWwuy-7XGbWET6BGObnNKSq4M15VDYRVPnZKmGBQYA63ZONxh0nLCUzVd3JFdbJZeJRy7SEkfpMzfs4QuF6d9VBOwIJo7jcF9cCF6/w459-h612/20231130_155739.jpg" width="459" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizJc7lTOy6snQwUohZrwEC7BM0uXaamlDlEXLS8lTrEfWVDFKf3aPhs8rFzRkZ1TStij2_CTNKzwsIuZc-6HDE-eX_qvv-0L8jIoA8T2r9mlYVeOtKgEvbY18HUy2W9Mh0D9cx5JGBgbvRbeMBmf6TjNKF4oz2LNba907kVx2ywyAeFP8VoKg4mVpGUneD/s8160/20231130_155655.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="537" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizJc7lTOy6snQwUohZrwEC7BM0uXaamlDlEXLS8lTrEfWVDFKf3aPhs8rFzRkZ1TStij2_CTNKzwsIuZc-6HDE-eX_qvv-0L8jIoA8T2r9mlYVeOtKgEvbY18HUy2W9Mh0D9cx5JGBgbvRbeMBmf6TjNKF4oz2LNba907kVx2ywyAeFP8VoKg4mVpGUneD/w403-h537/20231130_155655.jpg" width="403" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-PfVOnAbWI4P_xkIdK2pagBNSOQ63xf7GJmEWSP4uADEDFZWViv7ahePrW0_P2O1R1i84ixtSj_lR-nYpHNK7MBLZi1QxCuCjNymvDvBmEfA2jOWAtzmKo6nmjCTOFLeveiHZwuxkrnWmiHhPX08ttG_xVYASN8MhBlErVZasUD_irazCsN7s7fzpSX4u/s8160/20231130_155649.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="663" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-PfVOnAbWI4P_xkIdK2pagBNSOQ63xf7GJmEWSP4uADEDFZWViv7ahePrW0_P2O1R1i84ixtSj_lR-nYpHNK7MBLZi1QxCuCjNymvDvBmEfA2jOWAtzmKo6nmjCTOFLeveiHZwuxkrnWmiHhPX08ttG_xVYASN8MhBlErVZasUD_irazCsN7s7fzpSX4u/w497-h663/20231130_155649.jpg" width="497" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"><br /></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">
<b>Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? </b>I
really think that I may sew it again. Maybe next time with a detachable
collar. Just for fun. I do recommend it to others. You may
want to make a muslin before cutting into your fashion fabric. Wink, wink.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">
<b>Conclusion: </b>I like how this coat turned out. It is
quite different from any other coat that I've made. So that’s it for
now.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><br /><p></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-2030702532987260612024-01-06T22:15:00.002-06:002024-03-14T10:06:19.825-05:00Holiday Champagne Outfit - Butterick B6913<p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT8MzTg2_nhX4UjRgHR9FOE1VCVmTLzWsE5t1_z4gGMuq1L-616PMiWJgrk9ZQ9a5EiPOuSceUiWdp1LFkzTcs9xYeTz0kU1LP0veTFIKSnnTFAzXcjZ-mRYeeSSRyua6cNelDAXCnDFcdaDYkkaixNZNcwCT_Fs11T1OE9QXRXYVAJHdeSyb_HAuZ4bmh/s4000/20240106_161506.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="735" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT8MzTg2_nhX4UjRgHR9FOE1VCVmTLzWsE5t1_z4gGMuq1L-616PMiWJgrk9ZQ9a5EiPOuSceUiWdp1LFkzTcs9xYeTz0kU1LP0veTFIKSnnTFAzXcjZ-mRYeeSSRyua6cNelDAXCnDFcdaDYkkaixNZNcwCT_Fs11T1OE9QXRXYVAJHdeSyb_HAuZ4bmh/w552-h735/20240106_161506.jpg" width="552" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRVCcAYWhyphenhyphenN77iZuJSN-BRq_uNjh9-4MijxDx6kePj-clk9viiCwdvZRpOjH4mFjSOOa4wbA-SJuuKqCePWpQXXTv3wEkL7X1zhHddwEAeRHasq_-7_NUmUifivUfqMekfCBGR7q1qHavd2CrU908xXTuIh6Kn7rXK-YVyCVEt6_WCLOD-m4NZys7L1YSq/s4000/20240106_161410.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="732" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRVCcAYWhyphenhyphenN77iZuJSN-BRq_uNjh9-4MijxDx6kePj-clk9viiCwdvZRpOjH4mFjSOOa4wbA-SJuuKqCePWpQXXTv3wEkL7X1zhHddwEAeRHasq_-7_NUmUifivUfqMekfCBGR7q1qHavd2CrU908xXTuIh6Kn7rXK-YVyCVEt6_WCLOD-m4NZys7L1YSq/w549-h732/20240106_161410.jpg" width="549" /></a></div><br /></div><br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Happy New Year Everyone!<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">It's good to still be here. Today, I'm glad to post a
pattern review of my Christmas outfit. I have a few more reviews for 2023
to post. So please be patient. I'm hoping to write a few posts at a
time in hopes of getting all of them done as<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>quickly as possible. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPFsf4dEwycYa3dzsxPcV0tbXt3DaCcVQfNEvQCJisTIKW2SJZt1n67TXH8NiqGJCQp0rAg0BDlmo9I9BVESYerRecx8ufe3I4XGe3i5htTXQTwO0VVEmXU8ChRWIWZrOelZKdxCB-gLgozXIedTKUBS0t6md7tq3lTWGUWJMvDHPsxUVpw7I-jZ4y7Th-/s4000/20231227_083919.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="230" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPFsf4dEwycYa3dzsxPcV0tbXt3DaCcVQfNEvQCJisTIKW2SJZt1n67TXH8NiqGJCQp0rAg0BDlmo9I9BVESYerRecx8ufe3I4XGe3i5htTXQTwO0VVEmXU8ChRWIWZrOelZKdxCB-gLgozXIedTKUBS0t6md7tq3lTWGUWJMvDHPsxUVpw7I-jZ4y7Th-/w173-h230/20231227_083919.jpg" width="173" /></a></div>Butterick B6913<br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I wanted to start with this project because it is my
favorite make from the last quarter of 2023. So, let me begin with the pattern
description that is straight from the Simplicity UK website: relaxed, easy, and
casual loungewear features knit dress and top with asymmetrical neckline, long
sleeves, shoulder strap, and tie belt. Dress A has side slit. Skirt
C is midcalf length and has elastic waistband. Pants D are long, flowy,
and wide leg, and have elastic waistband. I made views B and D with minor
adjustments.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">This pattern comes in sizes small to xx large all in
pattern. I used between sizes medium and large. My outfit looks
like the photo/drawing and the instructions were super easy. There is
nothing complex or confusing about them. I wanted this to be a super
quick construction process for me. So I used different construction
methods. All modifications are listed in the alteration/change section
below.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">My likes are:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Easy to sew -
My number one favorite like. The pants were easy. They
are literally a simple two-piece pattern pajama pant. The top is a
modified t-shirt pattern with an exposed shoulder. I made this
outfit from start to finish on Christmas Eve. It took about 5
hours. <o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Cute and Festive
- With the combination of the style and fabric, it is a very festive
outfit. Perfect for the holiday.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Comfortable -
Knit fabric and relaxed comfort. Perfect. No tight, binding
clothes on Christmas. So no distractions from enjoying my family
during our Christmas celebration. Joy.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I have no dislikes.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">My fabric is a champagne, textured, novelty knit. I
purchased it at Vogues Fabrics on Roosevelt Rd about ten years ago. It
has about 30 percent stretch and great recovery. The texture is my
favorite. It is medium weight and has a semi- dry hand. It's not
rough though if that makes sense. This fabric was very easy to work with
and that helps with finishing the hems.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Now, the alterations and construction changes. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My apologies, the alteration changes for fit
may not be helpful in this case. I simply made them as I cut out my
outfit. I'll start with the easiest, the pants. All I needed was to
add about 4 inches to the length of them. Simply cutting them longer for
the bottom edge. For my top at the bust area (starting 2.5 inches from
the top of the side seam) I tapered out about 1/2 inch then tapered back to the
edge of the pattern to add a little more room in the bust area. So it
looked a little like a crescent moon on the side. Sewing the side seam, I
had to do a little easing to maintain the integrity of the length of the front
side seam. I also added an inch to the length of both sleeves.
Nothing more on fit.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">For the construction changes I did the following:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Top -<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">No double
stitching the seams. I straight stitched them. For the hem and
the upper edge of the neckline/sleeve, I serged the edges turned and
stitched.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Upper edge
(neckline/sleeve) I left and opening to thread a narrow elastic through
the channel to help maintain the shape of the neckline/sleeve.
First, I measured the circumference. Then I cut the elastic 3 inches
shorter than the circumference. <o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Attaching the
shoulder strap. I stitched it to the edge of the hem, adjusting the
location based on where my bra strap falls. To reinforce it, I also
stitched it to the edge just above the initial attachment stitching
(avoiding the elastic).<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Pants -<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Again no double
stitching the seams. I follow the same seaming for the pants.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Casing for the
elasticized waist. No turning the raw edges in. I serged the
edge of the waist and the hem. I turned them and stitched them down.
Nothing fancy, but all finishings are neat and clean.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">That's it.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I planned to make
this outfit at least one more time. I already have a fabric in
mind. But that's another review. Lol<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></o:p></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9L5ExJleFSQ8hKt7VJNV4SlkcWcMilyvG1iaquLAuiDW4c9rR0fEFolXdFy3sNn2ZfoDNbaCJINDbSvXMaKct2W97ZqddKzkFE7F4s2Q246srAJFHY5VL7LGm07BoRnT5HjKcNFKVos6pBgjgf3JA8g6vLxYdemylY4cBIcUYSD3jkn3Sv7LGON3TaKhU/s4000/20240106_161531.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="764" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9L5ExJleFSQ8hKt7VJNV4SlkcWcMilyvG1iaquLAuiDW4c9rR0fEFolXdFy3sNn2ZfoDNbaCJINDbSvXMaKct2W97ZqddKzkFE7F4s2Q246srAJFHY5VL7LGm07BoRnT5HjKcNFKVos6pBgjgf3JA8g6vLxYdemylY4cBIcUYSD3jkn3Sv7LGON3TaKhU/w573-h764/20240106_161531.jpg" width="573" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">This is an easy
pattern to sew. I do recommend it to all level sewists. Depending
on your fabric, you can dress it up or down. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I am very pleased
with how this outfit turned out. It was perfect for the Christmas family
holiday celebration.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif; font-size: medium;">Happy Sewing!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif; font-size: medium;">C</span></p><p></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-16923414403405744192023-10-07T16:48:00.003-05:002023-10-07T16:48:59.798-05:00Pattern Favorite - New Look NL6824<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-lPBuxm0UcWAiC9JBs7dQq9F5PyugUkfTqDLzue2Z3FYs8n8U2bTDv6vRJipVvy5BqMMCn7SjUhadQ22n6AsgwXkT_ciumhmONsFG2oKjYskmsEsiwdxUWwzjWOtV6q1WThVaQ-uKZeSaSAkcscnhAGdYRUgbBgYgx2zK46spo07HbmycALULM42JCeEo/s5892/20231002_113702.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5892" data-original-width="3848" height="783" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-lPBuxm0UcWAiC9JBs7dQq9F5PyugUkfTqDLzue2Z3FYs8n8U2bTDv6vRJipVvy5BqMMCn7SjUhadQ22n6AsgwXkT_ciumhmONsFG2oKjYskmsEsiwdxUWwzjWOtV6q1WThVaQ-uKZeSaSAkcscnhAGdYRUgbBgYgx2zK46spo07HbmycALULM42JCeEo/w511-h783/20231002_113702.jpg" width="511" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiumg9g6aFPpoCOUxt3I2WPyFkHOeSuHykylDZH6qXm_Mmre458339PbRsjuRSPYOEm1X_7ncRQEVqKe-iErIebxfiK_gLbdSbfj2JBb9sGe5CYiL5rNVqpLGbg-7BL3USjEow3mUDMXyKJ0apDSQUxFtEN5IYRY-ADENw66ROd5qjMYOmyMMYTPyEYmAX8/s5325/20231002_113212.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5325" data-original-width="3269" height="834" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiumg9g6aFPpoCOUxt3I2WPyFkHOeSuHykylDZH6qXm_Mmre458339PbRsjuRSPYOEm1X_7ncRQEVqKe-iErIebxfiK_gLbdSbfj2JBb9sGe5CYiL5rNVqpLGbg-7BL3USjEow3mUDMXyKJ0apDSQUxFtEN5IYRY-ADENw66ROd5qjMYOmyMMYTPyEYmAX8/w511-h834/20231002_113212.jpg" width="511" /></a></div><br /><b><br /></b><p></p><p><b>Birthday Dress!</b></p><p>I'm delighted to share another addition of my birthday dress project. I've used New Look 6824 FIVE times. And this is the second time I used it for a birthday dress. The first one was a ivory crepe satin with a lace overlay. That was in 2008. I was a smaller person then. Lol</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIHsxXQVAMPoTxyou_ZbeXuV-OzGEBB75UjxkgpBYSoBnp1Rr1vwm9eqaJTlw2Qgy9WjY-yPh6d4vfb7ytnN0-seo-tOc4wwPW3vT9F781Mo0zJpaIqP4XExrR2Fvi61HUWRMQ9v4p2RNdEqUEDHiI4ocITphSnIMXZhH18Lg7c0-LJOlKO5uq6LR1n3cy/s500/Ivory%20Lace%20Dress%20NL6824%202008.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="666" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIHsxXQVAMPoTxyou_ZbeXuV-OzGEBB75UjxkgpBYSoBnp1Rr1vwm9eqaJTlw2Qgy9WjY-yPh6d4vfb7ytnN0-seo-tOc4wwPW3vT9F781Mo0zJpaIqP4XExrR2Fvi61HUWRMQ9v4p2RNdEqUEDHiI4ocITphSnIMXZhH18Lg7c0-LJOlKO5uq6LR1n3cy/w500-h666/Ivory%20Lace%20Dress%20NL6824%202008.jpg" width="500" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com/2008/09/straight-lace-new-look-6824.html" target="_blank">Here is a link to all my posts on New Look 6824.</a></p><p>Patterns can be easily altered, which is fantastic. For this fifth installation, I just graded it up as I cut. This was a super quick make. I needed a pink-ish dress for our church Annual Women's Conference. This was the first time our main "color" wasn't white. I went digging through boxes and bins looking for this fuchsia wool that I purchased at Fishman's Fabrics years ago. Lucky for me I had already paired it with a China silk lining. Both were neatly stored in a plastic bag. No moth wholes, just perfect.</p><p>I didn't really have anything in mind when I purchased it. So now, it is a Jackie O-ish dress that is so me. It sewed up fast. No problems at all.</p><p><b>Parting Photo</b>: Pink was the color this year. All because of the new Barbie movie. I wasn't my goal to make three pinkish outfits this summer. There is a collage of my three pink outfits that I completed this year.</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz5XPrQ30P1rEYgSVNkb4GTzH3LLgfM6CnwLevdzHU8PXZFwYncEcDdhfoCvO25lpm51ywO0SRdaKcX1fvWiV9TtLYCu9Pzok43qfIuY1uu-4KHNearGYFUw2oOMhOgxFoNxoyDH8ppW0t2JeUtOkUauSY2XP4Y7I18-FuqZ5PDT6ZevrkfGoofxZLe5pT/s1564/IMG_20231002_114539.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1564" data-original-width="1564" height="580" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz5XPrQ30P1rEYgSVNkb4GTzH3LLgfM6CnwLevdzHU8PXZFwYncEcDdhfoCvO25lpm51ywO0SRdaKcX1fvWiV9TtLYCu9Pzok43qfIuY1uu-4KHNearGYFUw2oOMhOgxFoNxoyDH8ppW0t2JeUtOkUauSY2XP4Y7I18-FuqZ5PDT6ZevrkfGoofxZLe5pT/w580-h580/IMG_20231002_114539.jpg" width="580" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><b><br /></b></p><p><br /></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-68895823569518849662023-09-14T12:27:00.002-05:002023-09-14T12:27:54.732-05:00Minerva Fabrics - Crinkle Seersucker Dress Vogue V1672<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdh0rNulLId0MZ3ovzz_cLNl2fSgFehSu-puOiFHfMygj699uPhO5ULS_JK2gTTIFy5pCSTP4UbbYH6iHGRrCuwkbPHuVo5mzIGO1CG_WKvKYQRfjuIRmhabqdruV_eLYQRJ0kHXlnJQfYhP3GaMNmrBJVCcN1rS2Jeph_qhMzNlagakiHArw_vdSdQMmh/s8160/20230913_151535.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="679" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdh0rNulLId0MZ3ovzz_cLNl2fSgFehSu-puOiFHfMygj699uPhO5ULS_JK2gTTIFy5pCSTP4UbbYH6iHGRrCuwkbPHuVo5mzIGO1CG_WKvKYQRfjuIRmhabqdruV_eLYQRJ0kHXlnJQfYhP3GaMNmrBJVCcN1rS2Jeph_qhMzNlagakiHArw_vdSdQMmh/w509-h679/20230913_151535.jpg" width="509" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>All done with the second dress using Vogue V1672. I like this version better than the last. The striped seersucker makes this the perfect summer dress. As I said before, I didn't have to do any major fit adjustments to the pattern, only a little tweak here and there as I sewed along.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5GlMu-D_OiXK73CuUKjGLPfZs-yxHkKl1FkMiXEbM1v276XKculjVI3ie4nYsb4fc-lsyuNtWFS8f4YHVFpH_LCwBjHgW8kkzpad4Yh9rV0QcVUZOpRXxiWsdl9LKX9B8io5XofSmd_-iLMezdYjffNCKAShgoRW1NnbrS8WTddFeBAjtKO-rOcYpLbG4/s2442/20230913_151611.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2442" data-original-width="1815" height="726" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5GlMu-D_OiXK73CuUKjGLPfZs-yxHkKl1FkMiXEbM1v276XKculjVI3ie4nYsb4fc-lsyuNtWFS8f4YHVFpH_LCwBjHgW8kkzpad4Yh9rV0QcVUZOpRXxiWsdl9LKX9B8io5XofSmd_-iLMezdYjffNCKAShgoRW1NnbrS8WTddFeBAjtKO-rOcYpLbG4/w539-h726/20230913_151611.jpg" width="539" /></a></div><br /><p>This version I did make a few little changes from the last. </p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Installed a lapped zipper</li><li>Completely lined the dress using broadcloth </li><li>Made a rolled hem on the lining and the dress</li><li>Eliminated the sleeves and finished the armholes with a bias binding</li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY21bqEGM1185XnJ1ffbSpe78gK3nTts8yNiWQEAymoS4zRxO8j8Q94YlKIhmtCEZ-kqybrV3YokowJu5M5or5N_ltvvlPscbsmLVyyjfXPDGHq_s721TocHidwQXaedGTXSEl6YGJ9l4Elf3A-H6Ss0df04CTYWTA49qM65uDMO1043U9ZWTs1yO3U1dg/s8160/20230910_092107.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY21bqEGM1185XnJ1ffbSpe78gK3nTts8yNiWQEAymoS4zRxO8j8Q94YlKIhmtCEZ-kqybrV3YokowJu5M5or5N_ltvvlPscbsmLVyyjfXPDGHq_s721TocHidwQXaedGTXSEl6YGJ9l4Elf3A-H6Ss0df04CTYWTA49qM65uDMO1043U9ZWTs1yO3U1dg/w450-h600/20230910_092107.jpg" width="450" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>That's it on the changes.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghU9owEsZjqhEO82xJIEu75nar4fYTVi0Xlfm-ALaqANwDUZjZVjIVQhEIMAoCw58tNnQNFKGdPD02SAx9bgTuDBbVdETE86XO2VYivKVJ6-8FM8AxdvoPG_cz0qeGvZGZRNuPFa27bDWj3v1myS0tofYYo_azwotfQTtrK5sQORYkiIuIZL_SW6fKI1eN/s5189/20230913_183715.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5189" data-original-width="4305" height="639" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghU9owEsZjqhEO82xJIEu75nar4fYTVi0Xlfm-ALaqANwDUZjZVjIVQhEIMAoCw58tNnQNFKGdPD02SAx9bgTuDBbVdETE86XO2VYivKVJ6-8FM8AxdvoPG_cz0qeGvZGZRNuPFa27bDWj3v1myS0tofYYo_azwotfQTtrK5sQORYkiIuIZL_SW6fKI1eN/w529-h639/20230913_183715.jpg" width="529" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC3NwLMY9ZUEADBmcQdUkfj1ZpHXw8_MC2VgYFno6gsB8QTqr82ymG3ZTzDbICg4pKhyee5LPH2NGltOpeL-26KAHCWSlFTEJIQXeoWtWUpbeo-N08l7Rr2DGcZKNl1G0RcxlLHieAiStKwANMJ9T1CZbYsnBgmeu_tCgZY_by8oYwZaDfTh7QQOO09ZLW/s8160/20230913_152906.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="701" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC3NwLMY9ZUEADBmcQdUkfj1ZpHXw8_MC2VgYFno6gsB8QTqr82ymG3ZTzDbICg4pKhyee5LPH2NGltOpeL-26KAHCWSlFTEJIQXeoWtWUpbeo-N08l7Rr2DGcZKNl1G0RcxlLHieAiStKwANMJ9T1CZbYsnBgmeu_tCgZY_by8oYwZaDfTh7QQOO09ZLW/w526-h701/20230913_152906.jpg" width="526" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Typically, I do not purchase pink fabric. This one was a surprise. The description was Crinkle Seersucker - Red. It is more pink than red. It turned out just fine. This shade of pink is good on me. Most pinks make me look gray. </div><div><br /></div><div>If you want to know my fit adjustments, Read my previous blog posts: <a href="https://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com/search?q=v1672http://here." target="_blank">here.</a></div><div><br /></div><div>So, that is all for now.</div><div><br /></div><div>Happy Sewing!</div><div>C</div><p></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-18669255027739866262023-09-05T11:00:00.000-05:002023-09-05T11:00:00.143-05:00Vogue V1672 - A Second Time Around<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikBNInlBkeP4a28Eev2gDsCm593ll06h3MbDbX9SV9x9iIlU0jhfP1Q7KNLvJpAPMxemFBb18O8uuj32ZZ_68ANmDVK9LS7CWmp_HjQKwa2MT0pz4RTTr_7DXJ1BxGaBHEzCFM1i9Onf2Jf7yYBiJ0V39_DmEnHlUywQK23OhU934m_TOocuo10L4LRrFS/s6951/20230828_073536.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6951" data-original-width="4337" height="728" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikBNInlBkeP4a28Eev2gDsCm593ll06h3MbDbX9SV9x9iIlU0jhfP1Q7KNLvJpAPMxemFBb18O8uuj32ZZ_68ANmDVK9LS7CWmp_HjQKwa2MT0pz4RTTr_7DXJ1BxGaBHEzCFM1i9Onf2Jf7yYBiJ0V39_DmEnHlUywQK23OhU934m_TOocuo10L4LRrFS/w455-h728/20230828_073536.jpg" width="455" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Seer Sucker Fabric</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p><br /></p><p>This is my current project. My second version of Vogue V1672. After all the adjustments I had to make it again. </p><p><a href="https://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com/2021/09/birthday-dress-reveal-vogue-v1672.html" target="_blank"> I used this pattern for my birthday dress.</a> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJICuNerpDBWL2WwbWd_R7PPm7HyQ3Z61QLrsnTRk-1d27zJXdFq25cDl6xojJlqR32HKkr0W7YAfMCH_ykA4gEF7lnQrMBuTjn_DrkXGy-220qwTGnQos2X5pQyYUURO-BJNbTxvkagbxW-rxEoUFo2Rd9YLR_3cnahKsccfEVdQVfuucmAY3rHE89qV0/s4032/20210927_124825.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="1908" height="949" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJICuNerpDBWL2WwbWd_R7PPm7HyQ3Z61QLrsnTRk-1d27zJXdFq25cDl6xojJlqR32HKkr0W7YAfMCH_ykA4gEF7lnQrMBuTjn_DrkXGy-220qwTGnQos2X5pQyYUURO-BJNbTxvkagbxW-rxEoUFo2Rd9YLR_3cnahKsccfEVdQVfuucmAY3rHE89qV0/w448-h949/20210927_124825.jpg" width="448" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>This time I decide to eliminate the sleeve and add binding. My hope is to have it finished by the end of the week. So Stay Tuned!</p><p>Happy Sewing!</p><p>C</p><p><br /></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-13495040101452031622023-09-04T19:08:00.003-05:002023-09-04T19:08:32.747-05:00Winter Is Coming! <p>"Winter is coming." That's a famous line from the "Game of Thrones". In the movie it means that something bad was about to happen. In this instance, it literally means "winter is coming." Lol</p><p>It's time to start making "our" winter coats. In my effort to "get ready", I decided to take a look at <i><b>some</b></i> of the coats that I've made over the past 15 years. So this post is to take note of my coat making journey as well as inspire others. </p><p>So here goes!</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDGgKV0JyV078me0i-wWzYYB2wHbL8_deqvLrdYtBstsBvMigtBfpu0aRYIN30Hk05wWL-SlJRASXxIAzbc9AR3LTCXZlWUmUvc-8tvc_j8olChPho1as2-2t6d2rirEvefHXlW4A8xcTr_1-EY3FAvkpeb-LzmN0hx2ZEwBilJ7Jcpea32UcJMwM2DFEB/s4608/B6244%20Check%204.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="676" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDGgKV0JyV078me0i-wWzYYB2wHbL8_deqvLrdYtBstsBvMigtBfpu0aRYIN30Hk05wWL-SlJRASXxIAzbc9AR3LTCXZlWUmUvc-8tvc_j8olChPho1as2-2t6d2rirEvefHXlW4A8xcTr_1-EY3FAvkpeb-LzmN0hx2ZEwBilJ7Jcpea32UcJMwM2DFEB/w507-h676/B6244%20Check%204.JPG" width="507" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Butterick B6244 (2016)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvvJ8RICw7lD8m8ZDgUkvs87CA-s-ip5UxVHzzin-pFB80TMQLYIQOHXqH-HJCaqLJQRoMUlqLKpCqDwtfsYPEgOgLRJ6-IQg4Ye0L3i9NkzPthL0lC908uB1Ip1m5CIY4eDTmffA0_Lj1bgS_6vCIPnu8mfVGOiOX5ByQILfxAzdFctQnBEroEkR1V2Fy/s4608/B6385.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="674" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvvJ8RICw7lD8m8ZDgUkvs87CA-s-ip5UxVHzzin-pFB80TMQLYIQOHXqH-HJCaqLJQRoMUlqLKpCqDwtfsYPEgOgLRJ6-IQg4Ye0L3i9NkzPthL0lC908uB1Ip1m5CIY4eDTmffA0_Lj1bgS_6vCIPnu8mfVGOiOX5ByQILfxAzdFctQnBEroEkR1V2Fy/w505-h674/B6385.JPG" width="505" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Butterick B6385 (2018)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi-ESdQlY6n7tg4p1LVKNZUlvWgONsrNv7HxDX6Khegb5-cz8839X74ks6nx8dlgXWWRULSNB95nnex4vumnbsPDdGnzSJrnWA4i-g-aKXq5kYZTT25xkCv99rszEJTPWk1SK96gha4ljRbBgd2_93AqaSaKzKpf9G9LLL2HAeVGqugack6DK6s-kjGVcR/s640/Burda%2010-2008-101%201.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="675" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi-ESdQlY6n7tg4p1LVKNZUlvWgONsrNv7HxDX6Khegb5-cz8839X74ks6nx8dlgXWWRULSNB95nnex4vumnbsPDdGnzSJrnWA4i-g-aKXq5kYZTT25xkCv99rszEJTPWk1SK96gha4ljRbBgd2_93AqaSaKzKpf9G9LLL2HAeVGqugack6DK6s-kjGVcR/w507-h675/Burda%2010-2008-101%201.JPG" width="507" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Burda Style Mag 10-2008-101 (2016)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8m7v5f-fZ__7IpUYSZZNNuMftduWzbL5l-9tvd5aceguFNGWAH546FsI7DNVQ_6XGoocHJFaAGIBY3swxGEsjanBp1OYVG9VmhLzxFruiqRe8R0R8gepsRDF02tfOWiGV9IhCjUZ1x4-iLJn-EC_veMTjIA_i8e_Z2gPigoXIFxp5ciHfeZWeruH0CXgp/s3617/Burda%206462%20Green-Blk%20(14).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3617" data-original-width="2745" height="657" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8m7v5f-fZ__7IpUYSZZNNuMftduWzbL5l-9tvd5aceguFNGWAH546FsI7DNVQ_6XGoocHJFaAGIBY3swxGEsjanBp1OYVG9VmhLzxFruiqRe8R0R8gepsRDF02tfOWiGV9IhCjUZ1x4-iLJn-EC_veMTjIA_i8e_Z2gPigoXIFxp5ciHfeZWeruH0CXgp/w499-h657/Burda%206462%20Green-Blk%20(14).JPG" width="499" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Burda Style 6462 (2019)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf8rN35IXBUae1o33wEE79MANbxTpSSRApQUmWooCLNoLJc2VQwdjSQc7-_KR8MiWyl2gKj6IObBh4O4AJ5yVrVhwuqGrgjOqFO302BMoPgk7LsoPCRvq4iaAT4YpqEXoXF0JN7Ww3aIbGnzCZvSfAh-Ss92S6nw0kyEp6JpX9ZKYXINFVLu45o02LPyEG/s4608/Burda%206462%20Grey-Blk%20(1).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="670" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf8rN35IXBUae1o33wEE79MANbxTpSSRApQUmWooCLNoLJc2VQwdjSQc7-_KR8MiWyl2gKj6IObBh4O4AJ5yVrVhwuqGrgjOqFO302BMoPgk7LsoPCRvq4iaAT4YpqEXoXF0JN7Ww3aIbGnzCZvSfAh-Ss92S6nw0kyEp6JpX9ZKYXINFVLu45o02LPyEG/w502-h670/Burda%206462%20Grey-Blk%20(1).JPG" width="502" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Burda Style 6462 (2019)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjcjy7lLQD7XOnh8bzGDfkVxFX8OQ8VWkipNOVJLaNubWs6kSzxNSFn3fnTwKDYcZYC8rmbAxELVyclv_-3lPqLqRs4z6-rFEqr1rfBi4qPBzOLw0sPGxfjA9xyNvZ4tuVDiBdrQlBwXSVsc-3tUwCceDfzVwtXIgizcMuQskejLlP-4-2axQEmNZ_EO1N/s636/Kelly%20Anorak%20Jacket.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="636" data-original-width="477" height="668" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjcjy7lLQD7XOnh8bzGDfkVxFX8OQ8VWkipNOVJLaNubWs6kSzxNSFn3fnTwKDYcZYC8rmbAxELVyclv_-3lPqLqRs4z6-rFEqr1rfBi4qPBzOLw0sPGxfjA9xyNvZ4tuVDiBdrQlBwXSVsc-3tUwCceDfzVwtXIgizcMuQskejLlP-4-2axQEmNZ_EO1N/w501-h668/Kelly%20Anorak%20Jacket.jpg" width="501" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kelly Anorak Jacket (2021)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggEcpxdgoxB8gWoFQYZDtYbvZ0FPdfMFxp2h3JQ9FjIxJ51L2kOF8ua9SGjkpmLDzR2xG-F1_YtPKBTxH4D-O0iWUM8SaIFIU1mt2EAsKv8-zmlb5cYef5l3lHnHU4vCvznx87bkGMjCiXWiSBNbrWs8HeF4eSA4V_Pgz63cn1knss-BUMLZz9OJZjGKKE/s4447/M7254%20Quilted%20Outside%20(2).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4447" data-original-width="2273" height="974" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggEcpxdgoxB8gWoFQYZDtYbvZ0FPdfMFxp2h3JQ9FjIxJ51L2kOF8ua9SGjkpmLDzR2xG-F1_YtPKBTxH4D-O0iWUM8SaIFIU1mt2EAsKv8-zmlb5cYef5l3lHnHU4vCvznx87bkGMjCiXWiSBNbrWs8HeF4eSA4V_Pgz63cn1knss-BUMLZz9OJZjGKKE/w499-h974/M7254%20Quilted%20Outside%20(2).JPG" width="499" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">McCall M7254 (2019)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijIusszRRcZ67pTIRpOVJe1mU7RwR2cTMyBgGP1b-wwYE2GSq7zPFFuui2RQXFgJkXlRG1JdBWEzjYWPwFW7dHEby_tttwpZGxwmhJbJwLwp7bIZfCAza41XUHa6WIgq_B0piSetTfs1XyfxhhfBgff8-a-3r-L5P-XJUY-SWKQqp1CM_j7Lm3jFrp6hVp/s4608/M7480%2012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="656" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijIusszRRcZ67pTIRpOVJe1mU7RwR2cTMyBgGP1b-wwYE2GSq7zPFFuui2RQXFgJkXlRG1JdBWEzjYWPwFW7dHEby_tttwpZGxwmhJbJwLwp7bIZfCAza41XUHa6WIgq_B0piSetTfs1XyfxhhfBgff8-a-3r-L5P-XJUY-SWKQqp1CM_j7Lm3jFrp6hVp/w492-h656/M7480%2012.JPG" width="492" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">McCall M7480 (2017)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSGQtuAJLSbiaetbL4LxsShpsefF26tIyP43iEzeQTkRJ-CUUvU8HkBsJJCTO8FaAqcAjong0sR9Yai0NJc2V4wnNJrndh4JR51KCx7frpR9KgBNpSBpdpJX4_j2aQRQu0d_EJL13Gng_kNwgF9QbKrZAshFz_fkDbSPOD9Ib-XbEN_CjDBeA_5JMbRsw0/s4608/S2057%202023.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="661" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSGQtuAJLSbiaetbL4LxsShpsefF26tIyP43iEzeQTkRJ-CUUvU8HkBsJJCTO8FaAqcAjong0sR9Yai0NJc2V4wnNJrndh4JR51KCx7frpR9KgBNpSBpdpJX4_j2aQRQu0d_EJL13Gng_kNwgF9QbKrZAshFz_fkDbSPOD9Ib-XbEN_CjDBeA_5JMbRsw0/w496-h661/S2057%202023.JPG" width="496" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Simplicity S2057 (2020)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY8LC0-T1S8Cz3IIVoOk1kJiFpRXoODIFFex5-MzzMXL0CceAnvS2ZyUtceubUwGgYMkapLIfHctCIP_bPTDGUmFoXOfqzhNhRRXysZ-hENawNrtQTvBCHzDRwJpNmV07mgpubfSzErKlFt00Q3TIWI2ZnwVfWhyMJPwLGmG7h5cNMoFnibHKWYM7hC9kN/s1664/S2508.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1158" data-original-width="1664" height="346" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY8LC0-T1S8Cz3IIVoOk1kJiFpRXoODIFFex5-MzzMXL0CceAnvS2ZyUtceubUwGgYMkapLIfHctCIP_bPTDGUmFoXOfqzhNhRRXysZ-hENawNrtQTvBCHzDRwJpNmV07mgpubfSzErKlFt00Q3TIWI2ZnwVfWhyMJPwLGmG7h5cNMoFnibHKWYM7hC9kN/w496-h346/S2508.jpg" width="496" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Simplicity S2508 (2021)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiUzlL_VV3MMU3GitPhpv7uqr9_h1hx_70wf0hPDMljLxDXKHHVNpHMrcHSzjyg_ZpgxapKZgMdR_cTf--PZ7tcREyM2gz3KfFg8cteZrNtKOpaQ5pV8RmyQJmmMHLV9IMGWrYmaFQ9smA_KhNTSK0LPBF4LsRFYJZPhQ6NWBCmXo-zODtmNznrjLLcWv-/s4608/S2812.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="658" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiUzlL_VV3MMU3GitPhpv7uqr9_h1hx_70wf0hPDMljLxDXKHHVNpHMrcHSzjyg_ZpgxapKZgMdR_cTf--PZ7tcREyM2gz3KfFg8cteZrNtKOpaQ5pV8RmyQJmmMHLV9IMGWrYmaFQ9smA_KhNTSK0LPBF4LsRFYJZPhQ6NWBCmXo-zODtmNznrjLLcWv-/w494-h658/S2812.JPG" width="494" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Simplicity S2812 (2011)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSglfjWpi961N1Zb296K-zw20cVRPUEUZPHNEPdRnL4N6Jci6PiOaHr8UOKAWp1lqivmLPlHGvxlFc0bL30s5HuQbM_XXz3NgxlYRem5uQrQQMolDf17eBVHqjXgJvApvrBgsaUiej7J8mg41pjqDMHt2tgb6rCXO1TuU4cao3AfXpaP1DkTEhT_MEWB_o/s500/S4356%20Smile.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="685" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSglfjWpi961N1Zb296K-zw20cVRPUEUZPHNEPdRnL4N6Jci6PiOaHr8UOKAWp1lqivmLPlHGvxlFc0bL30s5HuQbM_XXz3NgxlYRem5uQrQQMolDf17eBVHqjXgJvApvrBgsaUiej7J8mg41pjqDMHt2tgb6rCXO1TuU4cao3AfXpaP1DkTEhT_MEWB_o/w513-h685/S4356%20Smile.jpg" width="513" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Simplicity S4356 (2011)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfvx6Wf-7lF__uNCS60WFRzk_1PGpQLR8dYAXQftMNjSbe65nAxRjlvOObIxRHyrlW4S16WPLvjDm1_LgSzPTwW-C1-VJ-8cnxWjApLEqxOG8Qbze7_J7bQEh25QCO1YpAzcftNZ0QlyUsBpkOAFGNr9yqzD-_jrlXufzgEEMS_TmhGDAaJ5XuxFztNrDh/s2733/S9388%20Check.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2733" data-original-width="1906" height="729" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfvx6Wf-7lF__uNCS60WFRzk_1PGpQLR8dYAXQftMNjSbe65nAxRjlvOObIxRHyrlW4S16WPLvjDm1_LgSzPTwW-C1-VJ-8cnxWjApLEqxOG8Qbze7_J7bQEh25QCO1YpAzcftNZ0QlyUsBpkOAFGNr9yqzD-_jrlXufzgEEMS_TmhGDAaJ5XuxFztNrDh/w508-h729/S9388%20Check.jpg" width="508" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Simplicity S9388 (2021)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCkaZ6rqQ1hZ0VEWSlsescTdlylP2CvVYyl-emW34jxmlpRJVpQ2B8AH7odC3kKlCeQQAn1JfpZ5B2ItTxef9LhfY0reZfqVG6iHphyMtqfQQGz7f6k10pmRleKb2ExD9qayjJBRhjUvbtcBOjrxVQVCKnhRpl4VOE_pHSStVOq1R_A45n-06OZg73gIGw/s2628/S9388%20Denim.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2628" data-original-width="1908" height="690" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCkaZ6rqQ1hZ0VEWSlsescTdlylP2CvVYyl-emW34jxmlpRJVpQ2B8AH7odC3kKlCeQQAn1JfpZ5B2ItTxef9LhfY0reZfqVG6iHphyMtqfQQGz7f6k10pmRleKb2ExD9qayjJBRhjUvbtcBOjrxVQVCKnhRpl4VOE_pHSStVOq1R_A45n-06OZg73gIGw/w500-h690/S9388%20Denim.jpg" width="500" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Simplicity S9388 (2021)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMaM-KW5kjsOO5ueDGt1WzIDSD012hi85hhjOhP9LGiA_rFqyv2giAr-NmdrthJAg5xIV40RQI-mr9vMXbBwLWfgoALoUmXplOa1uXuo32BPh50O-QvNO-S8DPT1nYA4RfjXS4gwTyUwkCrt9H4e9XTFb3SRnfqkrW0i4TnaMYsYygNO9-26vl3kvdosl6/s1600/V1060PR.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="678" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMaM-KW5kjsOO5ueDGt1WzIDSD012hi85hhjOhP9LGiA_rFqyv2giAr-NmdrthJAg5xIV40RQI-mr9vMXbBwLWfgoALoUmXplOa1uXuo32BPh50O-QvNO-S8DPT1nYA4RfjXS4gwTyUwkCrt9H4e9XTFb3SRnfqkrW0i4TnaMYsYygNO9-26vl3kvdosl6/w509-h678/V1060PR.JPG" width="509" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vogue V1060 (2012)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6S_QGZ9xF3eiHF7Nt1FXNC-uldwFQqniJ6FuVddIed-lKVsHTmWf21RBRgqgvG9lgoO8E544y2l1EdZ6nAeWtRz0DeFXyj8bZjt0toBe2YlaOYyLaF94-qnQt0NPd5ESo8CBfibNJ7G4xLbaaJQyCcjie3qET76pqXLBHOQLxEy0Sh5WZsdWnqOX5pC37/s2048/V1216%20Front.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="686" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6S_QGZ9xF3eiHF7Nt1FXNC-uldwFQqniJ6FuVddIed-lKVsHTmWf21RBRgqgvG9lgoO8E544y2l1EdZ6nAeWtRz0DeFXyj8bZjt0toBe2YlaOYyLaF94-qnQt0NPd5ESo8CBfibNJ7G4xLbaaJQyCcjie3qET76pqXLBHOQLxEy0Sh5WZsdWnqOX5pC37/w514-h686/V1216%20Front.jpg" width="514" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vogue V1216 (2011)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRmi3v3GMFR1pURIGKoEbTAcUgqMj9HoNAFOFHKKd37wK9dbt3Rfn443V_S_DPmOU8lYGWMSOQACugPfnxkdEp-hZhs13d84n1O5XpKfny3lJmvzWOeqUk1vvlVrWLA2_PDfrJtOx8dWlbprobZe3Z_qwPeQEnxtrUs56_1lSGnuaD70b-qPbGTWvN2hlX/s1449/V1262%20Me%203.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1449" data-original-width="775" height="888" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRmi3v3GMFR1pURIGKoEbTAcUgqMj9HoNAFOFHKKd37wK9dbt3Rfn443V_S_DPmOU8lYGWMSOQACugPfnxkdEp-hZhs13d84n1O5XpKfny3lJmvzWOeqUk1vvlVrWLA2_PDfrJtOx8dWlbprobZe3Z_qwPeQEnxtrUs56_1lSGnuaD70b-qPbGTWvN2hlX/w475-h888/V1262%20Me%203.JPG" width="475" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vogue V1262 (2013)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOGZvSrWxECNiiEizrN1ryAALEcQFlzcWM0REzSAzDqG-cVGO8zs4MeStuEELGaWgEVqR15JCY90b0oUHrskKAD7Ic9N6QggvQoxC_Sl8UdczEx1JtptLn8sKQfacm9cRGbsSeelCYlI71A4K9HVNf4_DqhPSsiOhlz0X6s1i3nH8JqUpWke-MZqRetI3D/s4608/V8212%20(20).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="658" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOGZvSrWxECNiiEizrN1ryAALEcQFlzcWM0REzSAzDqG-cVGO8zs4MeStuEELGaWgEVqR15JCY90b0oUHrskKAD7Ic9N6QggvQoxC_Sl8UdczEx1JtptLn8sKQfacm9cRGbsSeelCYlI71A4K9HVNf4_DqhPSsiOhlz0X6s1i3nH8JqUpWke-MZqRetI3D/w494-h658/V8212%20(20).JPG" width="494" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vogue V8212 (2016)</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIsZQ_vYJtHRd-GxY8eIaCRmGsw5_rBrBEFDWasxI4iJsd4RJ0yGtJy8CBf9jc7cuGJfYmdYoEfAO7I5Egl7Gc5IZFv6-dttfAwt31jcHHl7FrHu_7z6Rlqt6VGfArlul3-ZVpY96Aj-uy1aPj5OM_JNEnktiuTZesbWgmDuKXlTouKCaeOd_Mkg-K8zxS/s4608/V9037%206.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="652" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIsZQ_vYJtHRd-GxY8eIaCRmGsw5_rBrBEFDWasxI4iJsd4RJ0yGtJy8CBf9jc7cuGJfYmdYoEfAO7I5Egl7Gc5IZFv6-dttfAwt31jcHHl7FrHu_7z6Rlqt6VGfArlul3-ZVpY96Aj-uy1aPj5OM_JNEnktiuTZesbWgmDuKXlTouKCaeOd_Mkg-K8zxS/w488-h652/V9037%206.JPG" width="488" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vogue V9037 (2016)<br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Are you planning a coat project? How many? What fabric and color? Please share.</div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Happy Sewing!</div><div style="text-align: left;">C</div></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-23082515597309359142023-08-20T03:00:00.001-05:002023-08-20T03:00:00.130-05:00My DD in Simplicity S9757 <p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigPFtLE0-vXl80mGKhsruhSqFjg8lU4pLvc2HOvp_4olZEV6s0szMk9akf7Yj6EZfrsfm-D-2i6AjbsxhW9Q8XV-7q6QFl2Po8T98n1zACUy1O_RzWN0mNft5_sV5t05KuXrpSgSUjoui9nZ5uhMdGn_Tyk1K8zytWYHkbh32HBCvFWxe-TVjj-GliSmYq/s3359/20230810_134602-EDIT.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3359" data-original-width="2283" height="716" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigPFtLE0-vXl80mGKhsruhSqFjg8lU4pLvc2HOvp_4olZEV6s0szMk9akf7Yj6EZfrsfm-D-2i6AjbsxhW9Q8XV-7q6QFl2Po8T98n1zACUy1O_RzWN0mNft5_sV5t05KuXrpSgSUjoui9nZ5uhMdGn_Tyk1K8zytWYHkbh32HBCvFWxe-TVjj-GliSmYq/w485-h716/20230810_134602-EDIT.jpg" width="485" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj11GsuWe4lu_uN80ZHRzbEyKSsrFYLgvSeBg-sIPrS_jB9qCPKZvQE0NO265p8Z8cjmlNedX-7AC1cvzn-zItKT_OMTmySQ3KlnHxh03EBy8QmjTHXTyyJ4VKgyTTXvJnvwXnLu__OZIObtz1f6OyZhCTP4r3DnMN2mm7a1yBs5T2jI_AFJo8O4-01MO3l/s2676/20230810_134542-EDIT.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2676" data-original-width="2174" height="596" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj11GsuWe4lu_uN80ZHRzbEyKSsrFYLgvSeBg-sIPrS_jB9qCPKZvQE0NO265p8Z8cjmlNedX-7AC1cvzn-zItKT_OMTmySQ3KlnHxh03EBy8QmjTHXTyyJ4VKgyTTXvJnvwXnLu__OZIObtz1f6OyZhCTP4r3DnMN2mm7a1yBs5T2jI_AFJo8O4-01MO3l/w484-h596/20230810_134542-EDIT.jpg" width="484" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><b>Pattern Description: </b>Fitted tops have cap sleeves, high mock neckline and optional ruched sides. Skirt with elasticized waistband and figure-hugging fit comes in midi length with side slit or mini length with ruched detail. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilrJLp4AxOd9VpyIADpUPYeTu7hbN-b7mCllII4M53hGSoELAXBUBgBalU784N_vuwi9FbVg91gtaouwVsJeiY-nCn09kPdW0vFOZXQaJj6p_LoL0VrwF3RuC4WQaJa4Om4hzquVn0EfqQzTYmwn4D-atefuxC2GaPDCagos2zECbsMIK7yu1C0YLzD4_Y/s1146/Screenshot_20230810_211648_Instagram-EDIT.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1146" data-original-width="884" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilrJLp4AxOd9VpyIADpUPYeTu7hbN-b7mCllII4M53hGSoELAXBUBgBalU784N_vuwi9FbVg91gtaouwVsJeiY-nCn09kPdW0vFOZXQaJj6p_LoL0VrwF3RuC4WQaJa4Om4hzquVn0EfqQzTYmwn4D-atefuxC2GaPDCagos2zECbsMIK7yu1C0YLzD4_Y/s320/Screenshot_20230810_211648_Instagram-EDIT.jpg" width="247" /></a></div><p></p><br /><b>Pattern Sizing: </b>The pattern is available is sizes XS to XXL. I used size medium with modifications for my daughter. I made views B and D<br /><br /><b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? </b><div><br /></div><div>Yes it did.<br /><br /><b>Were the instructions easy to follow? </b><div><br /></div><div>The instruction were a piece of cake. Super easy. <br /><br /><b>What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? </b><div><br /></div><div>I like the high mock neckline cropped top. I knew my DD would like it. I/we also like the ruched sides of the skirt. No dislikes.<br /><br /><b>Fabric Used: </b></div><div><br /></div><div>A modal jersey knit from JoAnn's Fabrics. I love the soft touch and the color. JoAnn's has a variety of colors available in this jersey. <br /><br /><b>Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: </b><div><br /></div><div>My adjustments were minimal. My DD's needs basic adjustments: a square shoulder and slight swayback adjustments. Nothing more is needed for this pattern. </div><div><br /></div><div>I made one change in the construction. Instead of using bias tape to finish the armholes, I cut bias strips 1.75" wide and the length of the armhole minus an inch easing in the difference between the "facing" and the actual armhole.<br /><br /><b>Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?</b></div><div><br /></div><div>Yes and yes. My DD already asked for another outfit, View A and C.<br /><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1eEeO-PRIQy2eFdyNOIcE8zS3K-29hR8tFU0ezXzduyC66RKvjs8EETdKeY21nYzk2B5yjcJlDY4yXOAH5UEjB0iysE1jaiJUvS8wdiDTQToaNiJBDGLY3FGcRryFxNqRgx-1UoT07-1pURai4IjM0qUz5oJ_sw9gjCwJn548KE2xMbe_JsVrh5wvjCUP/s8160/20230810_134506.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="693" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1eEeO-PRIQy2eFdyNOIcE8zS3K-29hR8tFU0ezXzduyC66RKvjs8EETdKeY21nYzk2B5yjcJlDY4yXOAH5UEjB0iysE1jaiJUvS8wdiDTQToaNiJBDGLY3FGcRryFxNqRgx-1UoT07-1pURai4IjM0qUz5oJ_sw9gjCwJn548KE2xMbe_JsVrh5wvjCUP/w519-h693/20230810_134506.jpg" width="519" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDaYpnaPWCfKgmsdBB4ar-_aVREnbsFWyS8Iw8PkrQxVfpuMMwGYLuuAX_H42X7eI3R9NX5_X188ekXEQwTD_n1ySq_5lmI3d3-5cIUtso1O8_3WzraaiQIKrR5RCKLJxJCY8U8aqkUSXfY_vg7BfcS1PH9CockvBFMjflZVp1PtQhO7n7jkr6-mVcd-U-/s8160/20230810_134536.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="701" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDaYpnaPWCfKgmsdBB4ar-_aVREnbsFWyS8Iw8PkrQxVfpuMMwGYLuuAX_H42X7eI3R9NX5_X188ekXEQwTD_n1ySq_5lmI3d3-5cIUtso1O8_3WzraaiQIKrR5RCKLJxJCY8U8aqkUSXfY_vg7BfcS1PH9CockvBFMjflZVp1PtQhO7n7jkr6-mVcd-U-/w526-h701/20230810_134536.jpg" width="526" /></a></div><br /><b><br /></b><br /><b>Conclusion: </b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>We both really like how this outfit turned out. It was easy and she liked it a lot.</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><br /></div></div></div></div></div>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-68146260629781983272023-08-19T21:19:00.000-05:002023-08-19T21:19:34.625-05:00Two for One - Vogue V1452<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcHZBqvv0CpKfZKsOkeJLN2RSTAcpnysgDp2yc01pe33AQmbRnIGxVkflXQaQ877LVe7VKcB5q96iKHh-k8KBJaKHCLrU2uU8ph3paA6ylck3YPcOJuGpNjaGBA-wt7juMyszDHffG8TSefqXUUvXNBRI6yLUSwI-E9G_GBvnkodMkacGyvtmkpeb3xBsP/s1564/IMG_20230817_175247.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1564" data-original-width="1564" height="503" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcHZBqvv0CpKfZKsOkeJLN2RSTAcpnysgDp2yc01pe33AQmbRnIGxVkflXQaQ877LVe7VKcB5q96iKHh-k8KBJaKHCLrU2uU8ph3paA6ylck3YPcOJuGpNjaGBA-wt7juMyszDHffG8TSefqXUUvXNBRI6yLUSwI-E9G_GBvnkodMkacGyvtmkpeb3xBsP/w503-h503/IMG_20230817_175247.jpg" width="503" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>This was two projects in one. The first was to make a wearable muslin and the second was to end with an outfit close to a "perfect fit". I came close to the close to a perfect fit. The second time should be a charm. Lol The top could use a little more tweaking, but I think this was the last time I'll use the top pattern. As for the pants, it is a basic palazzo pant that can be made over and over again to complement other tops, tunics, and dresses. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxifgril1RBhSw2idKqtSPD4Tgm5x8paFR0wRK6yaUM5fG8F0UPc06FXMBBMDbGZ9trvVn0wbF6EV4NeeJsjVUSc8a7gdqcDcXjaraQhRgNB3fLExO_hNI3EjMTDE4uX3-uoJylCiZFk2hTkK1JKkEjRP93YBX5fGXU3BQaaiqxQyNGqdXnVZ1rNCUQsCh/s1564/IMG_20230808_203228.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1564" data-original-width="1564" height="463" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxifgril1RBhSw2idKqtSPD4Tgm5x8paFR0wRK6yaUM5fG8F0UPc06FXMBBMDbGZ9trvVn0wbF6EV4NeeJsjVUSc8a7gdqcDcXjaraQhRgNB3fLExO_hNI3EjMTDE4uX3-uoJylCiZFk2hTkK1JKkEjRP93YBX5fGXU3BQaaiqxQyNGqdXnVZ1rNCUQsCh/w463-h463/IMG_20230808_203228.jpg" width="463" /></a></div><br /><p>Wearable Muslin: Aqua Green</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr0poph5WtYgru-Y_5_gI4zFBIqDAczFRklnQPdBpGJoYmQqjiYJMlowChANhHR6YslVNBNAhFnkkSpib2eruxSpreLGxJn7uDowjQRiar_V999upNYVptotvFs72Ul-GwoOWZ_6Rl_-yNl9HnZbZIkd7Tzbu7Xsv2qSKu5oTcj9XTtg4F7uJDBuNHWegP/s1564/IMG_20230808_203055.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1564" data-original-width="1564" height="477" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr0poph5WtYgru-Y_5_gI4zFBIqDAczFRklnQPdBpGJoYmQqjiYJMlowChANhHR6YslVNBNAhFnkkSpib2eruxSpreLGxJn7uDowjQRiar_V999upNYVptotvFs72Ul-GwoOWZ_6Rl_-yNl9HnZbZIkd7Tzbu7Xsv2qSKu5oTcj9XTtg4F7uJDBuNHWegP/w477-h477/IMG_20230808_203055.jpg" width="477" /></a></div><br /><p>Final Version: Raspberry </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEJCYQjXTHcnfuS0uSbZq2c7lpkQ00hBDxPTngJtZoH7fCz74b9jajOQXcyEIC557slnYtpcJeB5PIHtrm50eMlO1p_Iv8nntU7S84HIra1Upcfe0mujVXLxQF6RCdmLyWT8B5FQAh1TLqrwpk85wGWbnBiEofZRdgnUQSwZO2eB6SykG4aPdXJOH2DSV1/s1004/Screenshot_20230819_195227_Chrome.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1004" data-original-width="680" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEJCYQjXTHcnfuS0uSbZq2c7lpkQ00hBDxPTngJtZoH7fCz74b9jajOQXcyEIC557slnYtpcJeB5PIHtrm50eMlO1p_Iv8nntU7S84HIra1Upcfe0mujVXLxQF6RCdmLyWT8B5FQAh1TLqrwpk85wGWbnBiEofZRdgnUQSwZO2eB6SykG4aPdXJOH2DSV1/s320/Screenshot_20230819_195227_Chrome.jpg" width="217" /></a></div><br /><p><b>Pattern Description: </b>Misses' top and pants: close-fitting, pullover top has mock-bands, shoulder strap, and left front seam and slit. Wide-legged pants (loose-fitting through hips) have elasticized waistband and side pockets. both have stitched hems.</p><p><b>Pattern Sizing: </b>This is a Sandra Betzina pattern that uses letters instead of numbers for the sizing. For the top I used between size E and F. I did make a swayback adjustment on the second version hoping to resolve the wrinkles across the lower back. It helped, but didn't completely resolve the issue. I probably should have cut the back into two sections to get better results. At any rate, it's "good" enough to wear.</p><p><b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? </b>Yes, it looked like the photo on the envelope.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBEQ8_Nw2tbEIrlLZ6uPtJqilCc7zJD21GwgtQdyRUHCaUe3V3_zOff7t3HpHZgrnVHBS5cKWC2QLKLSgumqe4HYIcg2ZbgNgxixQtmUrjE59pbOW3hDohYX4Ppt-v5qpUAaJszJoPTLFspojc6H35fRSaH8L_l6d6fSSR8QASUsAHHbkAFQVHGKMSyQsQ/s1564/IMG_20230819_210010.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1564" data-original-width="1564" height="441" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBEQ8_Nw2tbEIrlLZ6uPtJqilCc7zJD21GwgtQdyRUHCaUe3V3_zOff7t3HpHZgrnVHBS5cKWC2QLKLSgumqe4HYIcg2ZbgNgxixQtmUrjE59pbOW3hDohYX4Ppt-v5qpUAaJszJoPTLFspojc6H35fRSaH8L_l6d6fSSR8QASUsAHHbkAFQVHGKMSyQsQ/w441-h441/IMG_20230819_210010.jpg" width="441" /></a></div><br /><p><b>Were the instructions easy to follow? </b>The instructions were easy; nothing difficult or confusion in them. The construction of the outfit was relatively quick and easy too. </p><br /><b>What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? </b><div><b><br /></b></div><div>My like: </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Knit outfit. Lol</li><li>Ruching on the top.</li><li>The palazzo pants with the separate waist band. That's a feature that I really love.</li></ul><div>Dislikes:</div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>For this particular fabric and weight, I prefer no pockets. They really get in the way of having a smooth pant. If you were to use the pocket, it disfigures the look of the outfit and draws attention to "whatever is in your pocket." I recommend leaving them out as I did for the second outfit.</li></ul></div><br /><b>Fabric Used: </b>Both fabrics came from FabricMart Fabrics. It is a light/medium weight jersey. Almost opaque, very fluid, has a great drape, and the recovery is okay. <br /><br /><b>Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:</b> I made just a few adjustments and tweaks. For the top I used two sizes E and F where necessary. The second version, as mentioned before, I attempted to make a swayback adjustment. It helped a little with the wrinkles. For the pants I eliminated the pockets and lengthen the pant legs a few inches.<br /><br /><b>Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? </b>I will probably make the pants again. It is a simple pull-on pant that can complement other toppers. The top, I probably will not make again. I do recommend this pattern to others. It is not a difficult sewing projects. The ruching/gathering requires a little patience to do. It's really the hardest step in the construction of the entire garment.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Conclusion: </b>This is an attractive little summer outfit that goes together quickly. It's a great look for brunch or a summertime concert.</div><div><br /></div><div>Happy Sewing!</div><div>C</div>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-22923485854919281462023-08-18T23:05:00.001-05:002023-08-19T20:11:04.516-05:00Summertime Tangerine Outfit - McCall 7775 and Vogue 1452<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm4Zlwv8LRKpTHxdmqgjOV5fD46O-6NEW8cPy8RPNmkexICL4imCLT7iLDpiqsW7kvC0X4UyJYvpdzJwtP-kX08B6CPHQZL-1gG2mZ81cxy9HzqrN8P0pqkQ0vSF2mnan7EIkWA1EzJJt8KmjMEB38gnKJCBSP0LX_Q59vPPmifpbiG4Xf-lCjkhTrJefK/s1564/IMG_20230817_175048.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1564" data-original-width="1564" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm4Zlwv8LRKpTHxdmqgjOV5fD46O-6NEW8cPy8RPNmkexICL4imCLT7iLDpiqsW7kvC0X4UyJYvpdzJwtP-kX08B6CPHQZL-1gG2mZ81cxy9HzqrN8P0pqkQ0vSF2mnan7EIkWA1EzJJt8KmjMEB38gnKJCBSP0LX_Q59vPPmifpbiG4Xf-lCjkhTrJefK/w512-h512/IMG_20230817_175048.jpg" width="512" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My apologies for the dark photos. Cloudy day.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4XDbVB6Wj1RKBWuFAj5Xf8vQm7FgL1YDlQaywAsGOtcu6bsGnDFFtc-Go1-wI-7SWljv79jb4IHrPT4gjPHEjVNqp9g59Cmk36amJjQskD9L49rmaA8KRMMNUORDf_pq7860sDlE8IAVhw8z9rhzcJnef6hDcpvGwIRc1KJHxWpk5S0RFfWJNcShg29NN/s1920/MirrorPic_2023817174712182.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1920" height="467" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4XDbVB6Wj1RKBWuFAj5Xf8vQm7FgL1YDlQaywAsGOtcu6bsGnDFFtc-Go1-wI-7SWljv79jb4IHrPT4gjPHEjVNqp9g59Cmk36amJjQskD9L49rmaA8KRMMNUORDf_pq7860sDlE8IAVhw8z9rhzcJnef6hDcpvGwIRc1KJHxWpk5S0RFfWJNcShg29NN/w467-h467/MirrorPic_2023817174712182.jpg" width="467" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Time for another review. This is the last of three outfits that I made this summer for myself. So I'm reviewing them in reverse order. This is a quick review. It is a combination of two patterns: McCall's M7775 for the top and Vogue V1452 pants. This is the same pant pattern used for my next review. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzAhhQlsxwnhRh1g3pwnxWFxe5w-pLh-tX9fooFjOfLVhM8y9jjjOtVuQilX-vZw6t4qHZtILKO4qiUG_aU7UWcediMiLY6BUdV5suZ7KPW0-XyQDV7z1N1BUSLdRdiT4pCCtPAx0DSxEBLAAbEtb11OuOfKA6JiGBn9ICjY0rKQ-DhFAfFQBatIXOmRVA/s1100/Screenshot_20230811_073608_Instagram.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1100" data-original-width="904" height="271" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzAhhQlsxwnhRh1g3pwnxWFxe5w-pLh-tX9fooFjOfLVhM8y9jjjOtVuQilX-vZw6t4qHZtILKO4qiUG_aU7UWcediMiLY6BUdV5suZ7KPW0-XyQDV7z1N1BUSLdRdiT4pCCtPAx0DSxEBLAAbEtb11OuOfKA6JiGBn9ICjY0rKQ-DhFAfFQBatIXOmRVA/w223-h271/Screenshot_20230811_073608_Instagram.jpg" width="223" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUVRtA6Cdy3xi-7jdW8N6Dudienu_kptQNPVHDqvWqNT8br_qkDzai2RiGYUPdwrMfLIjRi9Brg_j3_vVNyRlaY0X8IdibcyKKO_VeqxuuKRrWMZ38STflUjQ4cKb68ZBUbH-VFd9jwc9qiDi9xuX_r2XoBpaZkRwn-oV8T3RZCYqqvPtAPsdXl0Sd71hq/s1004/Screenshot_20230819_195227_Chrome.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1004" data-original-width="680" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUVRtA6Cdy3xi-7jdW8N6Dudienu_kptQNPVHDqvWqNT8br_qkDzai2RiGYUPdwrMfLIjRi9Brg_j3_vVNyRlaY0X8IdibcyKKO_VeqxuuKRrWMZ38STflUjQ4cKb68ZBUbH-VFd9jwc9qiDi9xuX_r2XoBpaZkRwn-oV8T3RZCYqqvPtAPsdXl0Sd71hq/s320/Screenshot_20230819_195227_Chrome.jpg" width="217" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>I wore this outfit to a birthday celebration in my mother's home town of Huntsville, AL. It was a fun time, and the outfit was summertime perfect for the event.</p><p>The top:</p><p>I used the McCall's dress pattern to make the top. This was easy. I just figured out the length for it and shorten the pattern there adding the necessary hem allowance. The adjustments were made way back in 2018. So I was able to skip the pattern adjustment process. My initial review of this pattern is here: <a href="https://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com/search?q=7775" target="_blank">McCall's 7775 Dress 2018.</a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdTFpIvVzdMb_AVxw8Y9xw0enjB3W_J8DUm8rYw_18DtCl9nd1-wT9AGbwisbx3M4RB53boPWWJW8_5dNu9To5WW1pFYvZ0j-ltTMpj7KSBBBrz0FcpG64BGmIjl8ys1Ch9MY9EJurFpIjVCkWQnqqoHGmAndTGaSnJALT-F0dO6yqOxPcNE_SQnnnqEUE/s1080/Screenshot_20230811_073633_Instagram.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1069" data-original-width="1080" height="523" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdTFpIvVzdMb_AVxw8Y9xw0enjB3W_J8DUm8rYw_18DtCl9nd1-wT9AGbwisbx3M4RB53boPWWJW8_5dNu9To5WW1pFYvZ0j-ltTMpj7KSBBBrz0FcpG64BGmIjl8ys1Ch9MY9EJurFpIjVCkWQnqqoHGmAndTGaSnJALT-F0dO6yqOxPcNE_SQnnnqEUE/w528-h523/Screenshot_20230811_073633_Instagram.jpg" width="528" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>The Pants:</p><p>As always, I had to add a few inches to the length of the leg. I used size D. These pants have a lot of style ease in them. The pants looked very much like the illustration on the pattern envelope.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhyZsJIM_nz2Ctd3yJWV_xRi2TcnPAsC4rsGmxD0owj236Mx6qAOGcawZMlvllIu440JpVghqEJ-Yjqt_UBO2gG0nNOzO_KEEvXMJp1D5-IGEH2uGiEc4ZH8Z1jh53_jOp7mEcuUUumsW-pzcNfGmKmR-Y8fCdHQr0uAVq72jcZp2oF50z4AmQKswYyigq/s1564/IMG_20230808_202704.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1564" data-original-width="1564" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhyZsJIM_nz2Ctd3yJWV_xRi2TcnPAsC4rsGmxD0owj236Mx6qAOGcawZMlvllIu440JpVghqEJ-Yjqt_UBO2gG0nNOzO_KEEvXMJp1D5-IGEH2uGiEc4ZH8Z1jh53_jOp7mEcuUUumsW-pzcNfGmKmR-Y8fCdHQr0uAVq72jcZp2oF50z4AmQKswYyigq/w462-h462/IMG_20230808_202704.jpg" width="462" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>The Fabric:</p><p>My fabric is a polyester crepe from Hancock's Fabrics. It's been in my collection for several years. I was happy to finally make something out of it. It was easy to sew and has a spongy feel to it. Compared to the rayon fabric that I used for my 2018 dress, the drape of the top had a stiffer drape. </p><p>Overall I was very pleased with how this outfit turned out. </p><p><br /></p><p><b>Parting Shot:</b> NASA rocket in Huntsville, AL. This was the view from our hotel parking lot.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHnfIXaUn2CYoHLwA6AiDcX_yMqlcxV2b2opsrn5S1z8ZPcxTW2_smWxUi45iYcutwYnN_6vRracIUIoUSTgIe0d62ptgz10omyc3MMMO-xbmJ6-cD-Ngeut7si5rxosgCjiCKazWtzDGg3GrX8d6hT_gBsqE3ANdwtj_wPhgBnhZIdnLCTCOvqCIa0dNj/s8160/20230729_100008.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="479" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHnfIXaUn2CYoHLwA6AiDcX_yMqlcxV2b2opsrn5S1z8ZPcxTW2_smWxUi45iYcutwYnN_6vRracIUIoUSTgIe0d62ptgz10omyc3MMMO-xbmJ6-cD-Ngeut7si5rxosgCjiCKazWtzDGg3GrX8d6hT_gBsqE3ANdwtj_wPhgBnhZIdnLCTCOvqCIa0dNj/w359-h479/20230729_100008.jpg" width="359" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-83986533456333507652023-08-14T17:06:00.001-05:002023-08-14T17:14:50.970-05:00Simplicity S1387 and Kwik Sew R10826<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWzCcde56f6sORUqyJqKtxxi0IKD5s7m_RcpIiGNCctWDrE3ZChoSLEPKJwPX_IuwVJQuvsp2_80XUgHuWHMsD3-sAIPekJARVRPqs50Heqa0FiWjuQIv5IkEZk8uB0vbw360vLT43s_RIu9CjYRhSL7Age1j_B3kIQ6ki7oTwBwUMWyymAffj5orLggVx/s8160/20230810_090656.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="421" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWzCcde56f6sORUqyJqKtxxi0IKD5s7m_RcpIiGNCctWDrE3ZChoSLEPKJwPX_IuwVJQuvsp2_80XUgHuWHMsD3-sAIPekJARVRPqs50Heqa0FiWjuQIv5IkEZk8uB0vbw360vLT43s_RIu9CjYRhSL7Age1j_B3kIQ6ki7oTwBwUMWyymAffj5orLggVx/w316-h421/20230810_090656.jpg" width="316" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Here we go with a new pattern review! It's all about bags: tote and cosmetic bags. This set makes a lovely travel trio. One morning I was getting "reacquainted" with my sewing studio, looking at all my fabric, patterns, notions, and findings. There are too many projects already cut and ready to sew, but I wanted to make something that would be a "quick sew". The bags were easy to make for sure. But by the time I decided which bags to make and pulled together all the required notions and fabrics, I very well could have sewn a few UFO's together. Lol</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_SKqIog9sTV1aK1ScgGxoX4OWKF6XRkCtazAwkrd2qkDh55mavdtizOQDNLGSBhO4OwCodnbOB-W7UYS5Hq1aozkggmrdgi8w7z6Sojaz3f-0WA8eiArfCwPhn45rtuqs82g92kuxFaeaxRO_wRT6dxTHIR2tZxk5O_9t_JuN4zsNLZMBPYSr7wSKYEVs/s8160/20230809_182221.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="561" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_SKqIog9sTV1aK1ScgGxoX4OWKF6XRkCtazAwkrd2qkDh55mavdtizOQDNLGSBhO4OwCodnbOB-W7UYS5Hq1aozkggmrdgi8w7z6Sojaz3f-0WA8eiArfCwPhn45rtuqs82g92kuxFaeaxRO_wRT6dxTHIR2tZxk5O_9t_JuN4zsNLZMBPYSr7wSKYEVs/w421-h561/20230809_182221.jpg" width="421" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaJGSE1NXXsxXaiCyfyWbiu0qj1x1dOHKrv1ANKY7BTIcOc08aKnpGEMKyWO5WR8b2Jy3Cy_MBefMO2W5eF7XZEKYpy6WUHpNj_rxmQBbbss4WOR2alKNVRiNUAtXy7HR9ESkBFUq1uHedx9g0yUEfjJsuMIWfJkW2y4SAbthTZqIQuS63ZFJ-VJOGOdvP/s8160/20230809_182200.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="564" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaJGSE1NXXsxXaiCyfyWbiu0qj1x1dOHKrv1ANKY7BTIcOc08aKnpGEMKyWO5WR8b2Jy3Cy_MBefMO2W5eF7XZEKYpy6WUHpNj_rxmQBbbss4WOR2alKNVRiNUAtXy7HR9ESkBFUq1uHedx9g0yUEfjJsuMIWfJkW2y4SAbthTZqIQuS63ZFJ-VJOGOdvP/w423-h564/20230809_182200.jpg" width="423" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Part I</p><p>All in all, this bag project was a good one. So let me start with the tote. I used Simplicity S1387, view A. It is an over-sized tote with fabric straps and two snaps. The pattern design finishes with a triangle like stitched line design that continues from one end of the bag to the other. </p><p>The tote can be adjusted to appear smaller by closing the snaps on either end of the upper edge of the tote. Great for travel. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmqtDULFNqTRXHYmF4Ohxnx_rM53JyVSzhS9UMbxNbQFB7h8aZ-LAk6Dl9YBxN0GflLhsuenH7jjvHQS0ThKzQOCwg4WFxLdQFwQPCJrRobBh3IZaAGzYTazIh4zaSxd9OnIBtzg8kB2LeYb0H7Gj9oe0KYqXyNj14y_r5Wf566H8gqOtcYotDm9eImYTb/s8160/20230810_090445.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmqtDULFNqTRXHYmF4Ohxnx_rM53JyVSzhS9UMbxNbQFB7h8aZ-LAk6Dl9YBxN0GflLhsuenH7jjvHQS0ThKzQOCwg4WFxLdQFwQPCJrRobBh3IZaAGzYTazIh4zaSxd9OnIBtzg8kB2LeYb0H7Gj9oe0KYqXyNj14y_r5Wf566H8gqOtcYotDm9eImYTb/w375-h500/20230810_090445.jpg" width="375" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>The bag looks like the photos on the pattern envelope. It can be carried on the shoulder or by the straps. It is sturdy and attractive. With the snaps closed it looks like an over-sized purse. So there are lots of style options and fabric (leather) choices you could choose to design your very own unique tote.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS5If-p1j86tOSzEDAKo7rAgBUqELcQZgUV9AMBN-YIeypNNOHLwKtlBUk1lKxnFX33dFAD-A8hVFeMqOLOKFwS6OTcWNdrkzGVyvVATBt0dW3Lf7pZWE2ZVcy2-fj5DqnUba0AilTEEbKmLgrncYa_oHJ3RdFcTHa24lP1vpCjhEI4lgxJ5ijkDDxBAgI/s8160/20230810_090534.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="523" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS5If-p1j86tOSzEDAKo7rAgBUqELcQZgUV9AMBN-YIeypNNOHLwKtlBUk1lKxnFX33dFAD-A8hVFeMqOLOKFwS6OTcWNdrkzGVyvVATBt0dW3Lf7pZWE2ZVcy2-fj5DqnUba0AilTEEbKmLgrncYa_oHJ3RdFcTHa24lP1vpCjhEI4lgxJ5ijkDDxBAgI/w393-h523/20230810_090534.jpg" width="393" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>The instructions were very easy, and I didn't find anything complicated about the construction process. There is one thing I'd change about the straps though. The design suggest that you use fabric for the straps and use wide braid to finish them. I think webbing would be better. </p><p>I love how this bag turned out: the roominess, the collapsible sides, my fabric selection. No really dislikes.</p><p>I used home-dec canvas like fabric (Joann's) for the exterior and broadcloth for the interior. Both were in my stash. The bag also requires fusible batting and stabilizer (Pellon 808). For the patches that go over the ends of the straps, I used some faux leather that was also in my stash (Hancock's Fabrics). </p><p>This was the very first time that I used this pattern. So I wanted to follow the instructions and design just to test out using it. So, I only changed the wide braid to a sturdy ribbon that I already had in my stash. I will probably use it several more times. For one, I want to try a few of the other views; and two, these totes make an excellent gift idea.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2joUzAmdQfyADi2WUVptQ-yjB99HicQH9dpnomGEagWmwGzBD1yYRUGB0I78Xw8v_ywV8aR-LaHVY67wjdYqkltcNq_8dsFUM0cTcNpeUtTLpAtBKWG-0d7P-ejnNMjvWE_jzTJUXJYnyqXaT6K4h4i5ghJOmeXqrzwKGcRipmLaJOiTFnF7jYlY8mybv/s6120/20230809_180906.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5997" data-original-width="6120" height="314" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2joUzAmdQfyADi2WUVptQ-yjB99HicQH9dpnomGEagWmwGzBD1yYRUGB0I78Xw8v_ywV8aR-LaHVY67wjdYqkltcNq_8dsFUM0cTcNpeUtTLpAtBKWG-0d7P-ejnNMjvWE_jzTJUXJYnyqXaT6K4h4i5ghJOmeXqrzwKGcRipmLaJOiTFnF7jYlY8mybv/s320/20230809_180906.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>In conclusion for the tote bag, I love how it turned out and recommend it to others. The pattern has good bones and can be used to make some lovely totes and bags. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMMHsel83ltZAPXNbp7gUf0E8vngA13_qxSP4BrxBR96S3LAzkNJqWpAJm_yr7n8BsLUyTdnxJygACqWF1prHj_wTqxcbirW28LETbohCmyH-nMAtDEqGoKC7qKY2lJOTckblmMfShHpsU0viQ3p9smhK6Xqhf8pJVuJ5hiB971FucwKc2U_Jee3xOjPUo/s8160/20230810_090433.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="594" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMMHsel83ltZAPXNbp7gUf0E8vngA13_qxSP4BrxBR96S3LAzkNJqWpAJm_yr7n8BsLUyTdnxJygACqWF1prHj_wTqxcbirW28LETbohCmyH-nMAtDEqGoKC7qKY2lJOTckblmMfShHpsU0viQ3p9smhK6Xqhf8pJVuJ5hiB971FucwKc2U_Jee3xOjPUo/w445-h594/20230810_090433.jpg" width="445" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBIHZtszPwPfDKChX5-2C_lFeUTNGp0kQboFCHn1jxjr4pasMkWmCDuGMr3v79wiE3talfKvzVvss13ODo4NIjD8Cddl-6XpRon_W61j__UFLu0FlGqftpFRpXzqR4lzQaKn6DSoxy8U68Bx7bvDd8zgbz27CiouMTWvSxQJsod_zm4QyVFq0lcJ4pLf1L/s8160/20230810_090520.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="593" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBIHZtszPwPfDKChX5-2C_lFeUTNGp0kQboFCHn1jxjr4pasMkWmCDuGMr3v79wiE3talfKvzVvss13ODo4NIjD8Cddl-6XpRon_W61j__UFLu0FlGqftpFRpXzqR4lzQaKn6DSoxy8U68Bx7bvDd8zgbz27CiouMTWvSxQJsod_zm4QyVFq0lcJ4pLf1L/w445-h593/20230810_090520.jpg" width="445" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Part II</p><p>Kwik Sew Zippered Cases pattern R10826 was equally easy to construct. I made views A and D to complement the Simplicity Tote. I used the left-over from the tote to make these. They are perfect for toiletries.</p><p>Both bags look like the photo on the envelope, and they were very easy to sew. Like the tote, they required fusible batting to add stability. </p><p>Here again I didn't change or alteration the design. Sticking to the instructions for the first time just to get a feel for constructing small bags like these was a good exercise. I enjoyed the process. </p><p>I like how they turned out and will definitely make them again. All three bags were fun to make, and I was able to used some of the fabric and notions in my stash. Plus, the bags look pretty good! Win, win!</p><p>Happy Sewing!</p><p>C</p><p> </p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-52834475183566034092023-08-13T16:01:00.001-05:002023-08-16T21:14:14.039-05:00I'm Back, Again! LOL<p>I'm knocking the cobwebs off my blog today! It's been a long journey to come back to blogging and sewing. There were so many events and activities that occurred in the past two years. It's easier to post to Instagram and Facebook. But I don't like to post pattern reviews there. Blog post are better for that. So, I'm happy to be back to give some details on projects and other events. </p><p>For starters, I will review several sewing projects that I finished in June, July, and August. The first will be a set of bags. So, the following post will be to review them.</p><p><b>Parting Photo: </b>Graduation day for me. This was one of my big goals post retirement since work and school were too challenging to do both well. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge0MDOrcpelSPsv1NMT444B7UG84nly2b9gsdkzMe1Iff3RolRrmKheqApbZxQaQ7-65AF6dv12SbadxlYu1EHZUpHwPPDxfH6smL6ZHM9_gHOniLgZqYzqujmdplkXfIntRKA3CLrP_Qttd67u7780d2ARSLzbaUeUkZPTBkNOuY-oNhw0jsdaIc8-LDw/s3095/20230514_135809.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3095" data-original-width="2625" height="461" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge0MDOrcpelSPsv1NMT444B7UG84nly2b9gsdkzMe1Iff3RolRrmKheqApbZxQaQ7-65AF6dv12SbadxlYu1EHZUpHwPPDxfH6smL6ZHM9_gHOniLgZqYzqujmdplkXfIntRKA3CLrP_Qttd67u7780d2ARSLzbaUeUkZPTBkNOuY-oNhw0jsdaIc8-LDw/w391-h461/20230514_135809.jpg" width="391" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-75741330821128943452023-02-20T19:55:00.001-06:002023-02-20T19:59:19.309-06:00Romantic Floral Dress - Birthday Dress 2022 B6320 and M8090<div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2yRDUUgX6XCsAoFtrJ67MKv9L99utKwwP7vzdvUO3RCrdfifLDPq2oqARiQZ7niu5bKZioWEmMOvUw-O02cDcE2xLuEEvaL7z8C4XrwnFp8SrV_ObhX5j8WOi16FUgeULubuTKelO6sE1T-_HnsC2sDJal2kcSPGjceHPKK2WB36dPEX0LdUHZst4XA/s8160/20220919_145828.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="637" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2yRDUUgX6XCsAoFtrJ67MKv9L99utKwwP7vzdvUO3RCrdfifLDPq2oqARiQZ7niu5bKZioWEmMOvUw-O02cDcE2xLuEEvaL7z8C4XrwnFp8SrV_ObhX5j8WOi16FUgeULubuTKelO6sE1T-_HnsC2sDJal2kcSPGjceHPKK2WB36dPEX0LdUHZst4XA/w478-h637/20220919_145828.jpg" width="478" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWLEPTnexlyn32aKZGhdGcsyN4wnsWBsp99X96huCtiDXBAOp81wcyyivmxI4TecLWPhak0hhDHKQVqfhfLwt-XU609pdZi2ejpuH2LiC2Kz_gFlqcOxr_34OfzL_LZ77e0sjiZeJC7p1_OIkjSG6teBnc0uN4lKSAEU6ulEH-bL7xXc3QMwffaOoR4Q/s8160/20220919_145825.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWLEPTnexlyn32aKZGhdGcsyN4wnsWBsp99X96huCtiDXBAOp81wcyyivmxI4TecLWPhak0hhDHKQVqfhfLwt-XU609pdZi2ejpuH2LiC2Kz_gFlqcOxr_34OfzL_LZ77e0sjiZeJC7p1_OIkjSG6teBnc0uN4lKSAEU6ulEH-bL7xXc3QMwffaOoR4Q/w480-h640/20220919_145825.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQjSa6FKJKjRj7G7Jm2jowsE6v4qJ4MQWpoKT6GcxaG0JZUsCz6ynPgAAGOlCHSLhTVCqsIji9aBjJ31lxn0mZ7NAtB77kKyJ1iFPvujZpTR6dhM5nckOddBVtkUZfL6tsiI8l8XwJsYrwHay6VtRg6iBlO0SOOwNluBrtavWVCqmImt4JilWlBEEoJw/s8160/20220919_145403.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="635" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQjSa6FKJKjRj7G7Jm2jowsE6v4qJ4MQWpoKT6GcxaG0JZUsCz6ynPgAAGOlCHSLhTVCqsIji9aBjJ31lxn0mZ7NAtB77kKyJ1iFPvujZpTR6dhM5nckOddBVtkUZfL6tsiI8l8XwJsYrwHay6VtRg6iBlO0SOOwNluBrtavWVCqmImt4JilWlBEEoJw/w476-h635/20220919_145403.jpg" width="476" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Hi
There!<br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> <br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">It's
seems like forever since I last blog anything! I've been so occupied with other
things. I took a break from my usual sewing and blogging to complete a
major goal, which I’ll share at a later date. <br />
</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> <br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Anyway,
I'm happy to post a pattern review on my last birthday dress that I finished in
September 2022. A long time ago, right? There are a few things that
encouraged me to write a post. (1) I was nominated (by two people on
Facebook) to post things I've made for a certain number of days. (2)
Lately, I've been thinking a lot about sewing and blogging, and how much I've
missed sharing and interacting with fellow sewists.<br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> <br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">So today
I want to review my birthday dress that I made for 2022. I designed it
using the bodice of Butterick B6320 and the skirt of McCall's M8090. I
really enjoy splicing two or three patterns together to come up with an
entirely new design. The bodice of B6320 is really cute, but for this
dress I wanted a fuller skirt. So I chose the tiers from M8090 to
complement the bodice.<br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> <br /></span><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Pattern
Description:<br /></span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAyKQGmjDp0-UuUmBTNYJkJ8udzULN8DG6LNSqx17hA8EvvyhVg7Uy1NOwLOkTkemZZLjsAXOskhotD7pmoi_gbsF_gvLk1dbiSW9E2KERbJJsV9p8gZuGW8Akzp8RCtyVhfFYhBIiwessk0DjnRQdd0Sn45NrnfbMZjksG1V3oADkMrS2iQVQ5EfRSA/s403/M8090.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="403" data-original-width="300" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAyKQGmjDp0-UuUmBTNYJkJ8udzULN8DG6LNSqx17hA8EvvyhVg7Uy1NOwLOkTkemZZLjsAXOskhotD7pmoi_gbsF_gvLk1dbiSW9E2KERbJJsV9p8gZuGW8Akzp8RCtyVhfFYhBIiwessk0DjnRQdd0Sn45NrnfbMZjksG1V3oADkMrS2iQVQ5EfRSA/s320/M8090.jpg" width="238" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixHGtlsc0eL0VGYVqOutd1VHdWAwjl79e0Q0q3nMqMSvEFtby6kKDGTQvOsVMXVn9RUANCxVR_sFmZmaIAtA-QpgL0z348YbxQSMp8fQf6OFPoOdCW0GWuvpjeXCJF2Nn4Fjtgev92kYhz29dkdLgcfSc9EAUel80mGgqCLYUfM44SzDULv1Uy2qxzkg/s432/B6320.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="432" data-original-width="319" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixHGtlsc0eL0VGYVqOutd1VHdWAwjl79e0Q0q3nMqMSvEFtby6kKDGTQvOsVMXVn9RUANCxVR_sFmZmaIAtA-QpgL0z348YbxQSMp8fQf6OFPoOdCW0GWuvpjeXCJF2Nn4Fjtgev92kYhz29dkdLgcfSc9EAUel80mGgqCLYUfM44SzDULv1Uy2qxzkg/s320/B6320.jpg" width="236" /></a></div><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Butterick
B6320 - Misses dress and jumpsuit: Dress and straight-legged jumpsuit
(semi-fitted through hips) have semi-fitted bodice and midriff, raised waist,
tie ends, side pockets, armhole bands, and back zipper. A:
self-lined sleeves B: bias sleeve band. B & C: front pleated pants.
Separate pattern pieces for cup sizes.<br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> <br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">McCall's
M8090 - Misses' loose fitting dress has skirt tiers and sleeve
variations. B: Lace trim.<br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> <br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">I used B6320
view B bodice. The bias binding on the sleeve is a really nice
detail. For the skirt of the dress I used the three tiers of M8090, no
pockets.<br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> <br /></span><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Pattern
Sizing:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br />
</span></div><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Both patterns come in sizes from 6 to 22. I used size 16 with
modifications.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were
done sewing with it?</b></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br />
</span></div><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">The dress bodice looks like B6320 (View B) and the skirt has the gathered
tiered look of M8090. Together the look is different from either pattern.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><b>Were the instructions easy to follow? </b></span><b>What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?</b></div>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">
<o:p></o:p></span></p><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">The instructions of both patterns are easy to follow. Nothing difficult
to understand or follow. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMc0y4YNQRb3lAGTWQ3Lj_plZhgDDROAuKvk4sUrEk3vkwNXEMVCLF9mR3F27ojeutmCyC14_HIr2P2rTu9DsCeceeXW_ScMtrVl0enw_sXNYuiQwIWJuTMNHNS6VJpk2Cd4fDRIv3zx00jaemg7A0TQXJNMcwCGVbEY8pJkEDQo-nkoy_FZEZz2rTSw/s8160/20220827_121129.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="501" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMc0y4YNQRb3lAGTWQ3Lj_plZhgDDROAuKvk4sUrEk3vkwNXEMVCLF9mR3F27ojeutmCyC14_HIr2P2rTu9DsCeceeXW_ScMtrVl0enw_sXNYuiQwIWJuTMNHNS6VJpk2Cd4fDRIv3zx00jaemg7A0TQXJNMcwCGVbEY8pJkEDQo-nkoy_FZEZz2rTSw/w376-h501/20220827_121129.jpg" width="376" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Likes:</span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Midriff of the bodice</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Bias binding on the sleeve</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Design of the bodice in general</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Tiered skirt</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Fullness of the skirt</span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Dislikes:</span></div></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">As the dress is, I have no dislikes. This style/design works for me.</span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /><b>Fabric Used:</b><br /><br />I purchased the beautiful floral gauze from Mood Fabrics last summer. It is still available if anyone cares to purchase it. <a href="https://www.moodfabrics.com/mood-exclusive-flower-stand-gauzy-wrinkled-rayon-woven-426821" target="_blank">Here is the link for the fabric,</a> This fabric is lovely. It's perfect for spring/summer. The fiber content is 100% viscose. Easy pressing and handling.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><b>Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:</b><br /><br />My design change was to splice the two patterns together to come up with a new design for the dress.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">I did do some tweaking of the bodice. But it wasn't my usual intense slashing to make it fit. I used the cup D for starters and made my adjustments from there. Other than that, I really didn't make huge adjustments to get a good fit.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /><b>Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?</b><br /><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">I will probably use B6320 bodice again. My plan is to make the dress of M8090. And I recommend both patterns to others if this is a style that you like.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyIdmASOgKVmFtZajnf9SvJTlGJ0OxpvnPVJr1tE_7x7pVc9Q5AJeNjXG6qkbX-I3vhlXGZbW5ylhGpRZ1h8VDbOgmKAnmnErs1P0mQML9N_1SWg_MR97y_KPC56EZDYKUpKbjOAhoWOCg4nKuOpJdodG4s3m2JtSya_RW8hWHzV4DSVP-gBWbO9vUMQ/s8160/20220919_145351.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="539" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyIdmASOgKVmFtZajnf9SvJTlGJ0OxpvnPVJr1tE_7x7pVc9Q5AJeNjXG6qkbX-I3vhlXGZbW5ylhGpRZ1h8VDbOgmKAnmnErs1P0mQML9N_1SWg_MR97y_KPC56EZDYKUpKbjOAhoWOCg4nKuOpJdodG4s3m2JtSya_RW8hWHzV4DSVP-gBWbO9vUMQ/w405-h539/20220919_145351.jpg" width="405" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht53x032bZ66c6d2UV517EbEw1ii_FajcjF4mAjJQog9et0-CJZjS_IkMIXRl4vaN4J762KmUVe-_XLdBxNd_KxrDywAHIBgdZR-4EEcukgBYke0-lpjjYX1cEtBpl0HbVEQEYItIE76zE1_5BExWe8HJdz2JX4pDGcLZGARbNA2LryIJcxOaxs_eA4Q/s8160/20220919_145402.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="537" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht53x032bZ66c6d2UV517EbEw1ii_FajcjF4mAjJQog9et0-CJZjS_IkMIXRl4vaN4J762KmUVe-_XLdBxNd_KxrDywAHIBgdZR-4EEcukgBYke0-lpjjYX1cEtBpl0HbVEQEYItIE76zE1_5BExWe8HJdz2JX4pDGcLZGARbNA2LryIJcxOaxs_eA4Q/w403-h537/20220919_145402.jpg" width="403" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /><b>Conclusion:</b></span></div><div><b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">I like how my dress turned out. Each year I make it a point to make myself a birthday dress. This addition was more like a summer dress, but it was a perfect choice for last September. It was a very bright and sunny day. More summer like than fall. </span></div><div><b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">As for the patterns, both are great choices to begin your spring/summer wardrobe. </span></div><div><b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></div><div><b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Happy Sewing! It's good to be back blogging and sharing.</span></b></div><div><br /></div>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-14217585949164802002022-07-22T15:51:00.001-05:002022-07-22T15:52:29.899-05:00Update - Simplicity S9598<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKZdUnwn3nbe-89ZrSgS4bihEr4QYkxK4h4GXwvCOfVQCXncgPuYavpWEE_1EVeuJCXv_Mbo6cFPeqPjS6LVD_X_V6nNXcQiml4JjgIzIyFrzGGXgJOcKS3rvssplpDCdD6-WbepFbUgvFvbzyfHg9273JHalCFqMr_TpZH5QarV4c_cN-sXL5ZRQmyg/s1440/IMG_20220722_154443_974.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKZdUnwn3nbe-89ZrSgS4bihEr4QYkxK4h4GXwvCOfVQCXncgPuYavpWEE_1EVeuJCXv_Mbo6cFPeqPjS6LVD_X_V6nNXcQiml4JjgIzIyFrzGGXgJOcKS3rvssplpDCdD6-WbepFbUgvFvbzyfHg9273JHalCFqMr_TpZH5QarV4c_cN-sXL5ZRQmyg/w640-h640/IMG_20220722_154443_974.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Happy Friday! I hope everyone is enjoying the weekend. As promised, photo of me wearing Simplicity S9598.</p><p>Happy Sewing!</p><p>C</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-8553981956587945892022-07-20T17:15:00.000-05:002022-07-20T17:15:43.067-05:00Festive Summer Vacay Dress - Simplicity S9598<p><b><msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight"></msreadoutspan></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAPzYsdfmOf9pvEQXM8jnt3dCi1oPNMlHuON4Fje_PNYUInjLIb8I-c5NaZaLafxmOUWoN2a6_gqhj3X8H23U1JtCIc0ePwQwCZ_6eeA0qr1xsf1y4Fa_YKilTNBs_mFM_XbhPTs5zIwO8KrnjUuGoEJdoKfEaIGO35sWbhcE0GkoxWkHav82A6FYtqg/s5986/original_35551da1-267e-412d-b1f6-2565c3d25133_20220719_200834.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5986" data-original-width="3732" height="842" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAPzYsdfmOf9pvEQXM8jnt3dCi1oPNMlHuON4Fje_PNYUInjLIb8I-c5NaZaLafxmOUWoN2a6_gqhj3X8H23U1JtCIc0ePwQwCZ_6eeA0qr1xsf1y4Fa_YKilTNBs_mFM_XbhPTs5zIwO8KrnjUuGoEJdoKfEaIGO35sWbhcE0GkoxWkHav82A6FYtqg/w526-h842/original_35551da1-267e-412d-b1f6-2565c3d25133_20220719_200834.jpg" width="526" /></a></b></div><b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGXPcuAKSMbYjovJwrmdo4g4X8XJfqsHtOWte_qOnponfx8Z-nmBAhSfBBRnYBXnpMs12-B8tf_UtbCL6JSbB_gAj93jpooLWlOxSwXZPG-UPDqWc5cQMEqV8wrko3ZDEYXQjmAZ4BSef7TY29Tq8v0ggwR6U5FxdFkI069EtX3o9nOf7MjcP7E1kzQw/s7642/original_a01f6d6c-81b2-4e93-876d-4f2d4bc65a75_20220719_200911.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="7642" data-original-width="4810" height="834" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGXPcuAKSMbYjovJwrmdo4g4X8XJfqsHtOWte_qOnponfx8Z-nmBAhSfBBRnYBXnpMs12-B8tf_UtbCL6JSbB_gAj93jpooLWlOxSwXZPG-UPDqWc5cQMEqV8wrko3ZDEYXQjmAZ4BSef7TY29Tq8v0ggwR6U5FxdFkI069EtX3o9nOf7MjcP7E1kzQw/w524-h834/original_a01f6d6c-81b2-4e93-876d-4f2d4bc65a75_20220719_200911.jpg" width="524" /></a></div><br /><msreadoutspan class="msreadout-word-highlight"><br /></msreadoutspan></b><p></p><p><b><msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight"><br /></msreadoutspan></b></p><p><b><msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight">Pattern</msreadoutspan><msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight"> <msreadoutspan class="msreadout-word-highlight">Description</msreadoutspan>: </msreadoutspan></b><msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight">Slim V-neck pullover knit dresses in two lengths have long or short sleeves with </msreadoutspan>cutout back and twist detail. One view feature contrast layout.</p><div><b>Pattern Sizing: </b>The pattern is available in two size groupings (6-14) and (16-24). I used between size 16 and 18. This is very close fitting and I want just a little ease in the dress.<br /><br /><b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? </b>Yes, it did. I really like the way the dress turned out.<br /><br /><b>Were the instructions easy to follow? </b>The instructions were typical and easy to follow. There was nothing confusing in them. Of course, I changed a few things.<br /><br /><b>What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? </b>I like the V-neck, the twist/cutout, and the option to color block the dress. There was only one dislike; the way the back elastic facing is supposed to be finished. It did not look good.<br /><br /><b>Fabric Used: </b>I used an ITY knit that I purchased from Fabric Mart Fabrics a while ago.<br /><br /><b>Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: </b>There is always something that needs to be adjusted or changed. Here is my little list:</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8KyDIllRrnTEItk7eEV5gV_gfyZJ_yyh6MiDpvDbLpD36alZvE2jM2Y6sY73E8K2BmJGCzhrLOIuGEE67zYUSHwxnyRAvyyEZgyckpG1GLHaMGu2sJsbCTwWcWFgaD9uXq7oM4a2mgayQzYWSX9q_40cMQZ_XGzpCf71vJAy8-rPzq2UG4HJBwRv7Cw/s8160/20220719_200917.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="554" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8KyDIllRrnTEItk7eEV5gV_gfyZJ_yyh6MiDpvDbLpD36alZvE2jM2Y6sY73E8K2BmJGCzhrLOIuGEE67zYUSHwxnyRAvyyEZgyckpG1GLHaMGu2sJsbCTwWcWFgaD9uXq7oM4a2mgayQzYWSX9q_40cMQZ_XGzpCf71vJAy8-rPzq2UG4HJBwRv7Cw/w416-h554/20220719_200917.jpg" width="416" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5VPRi7S9b6CYSJQIEQQp3EaXXW9yIp8SliQLU1z-xquIrKRpOjMN6UbLWh4JxComxeIRZJ1k6KHVTVRIZvOxNxHN-YLFDtymZVATvKcnQlIunpkWztEeVFQi-UYLulGKjwe7V4fayLirKP_Xzs-e12pt-py8bHMoEo27o_57WcD31A7aI2FxvfQtjkA/s1042/IMG_20220720_104456_529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1041" data-original-width="1042" height="458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5VPRi7S9b6CYSJQIEQQp3EaXXW9yIp8SliQLU1z-xquIrKRpOjMN6UbLWh4JxComxeIRZJ1k6KHVTVRIZvOxNxHN-YLFDtymZVATvKcnQlIunpkWztEeVFQi-UYLulGKjwe7V4fayLirKP_Xzs-e12pt-py8bHMoEo27o_57WcD31A7aI2FxvfQtjkA/w458-h458/IMG_20220720_104456_529.jpg" width="458" /></a></div><br /><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzcSQVuf_n2ZU6keuZgIMSwNNBor2Z5m8r-tc_TCBc79YhVO79xPGFN6HmsBMB92TAece5OdBbNnRvxcAXW6e9SOttQ-ZMm7-j-DZATYK0yM7mRdCJQ0GLSpEGwQz2xt9BRLXJsZpDaG1hR7cB8O8_7-nYRsTPQYoF7DD4YU2ke859EoVuloqsEYuDDg/s8160/20220720_163120.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="613" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzcSQVuf_n2ZU6keuZgIMSwNNBor2Z5m8r-tc_TCBc79YhVO79xPGFN6HmsBMB92TAece5OdBbNnRvxcAXW6e9SOttQ-ZMm7-j-DZATYK0yM7mRdCJQ0GLSpEGwQz2xt9BRLXJsZpDaG1hR7cB8O8_7-nYRsTPQYoF7DD4YU2ke859EoVuloqsEYuDDg/w460-h613/20220720_163120.jpg" width="460" /></a></div><br /></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Small FBA made that produced a bust dart. You can barely see it in this print.</li><li>Made a prominent shoulder blade adjustment. I didn't want the twist to pull too much.</li><li>Selected a length between the two indicated on the pattern.</li><li>3/4 Sleeve instead of the long sleeve</li><li>Sewed a channel for the elastic to be threaded through. It looks better than just having the elastic between the skirt and facing.</li><li>Used a twin needle to hem the sleeves and the skirt.</li><li>The neckband was gapping a bit. I had to make a deeper center front seam to make it fit better. See pattern pieces showing the blue marking to indicate the new stitching line. Note: You must be precise in your stitching making sure both neckbands are stitched the same. </li></ul><br /><b>Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? </b>Of course, I will sew it again. I don't know when though. There are so many other dress patterns in my to make pile for 2022. We will see how it goes. <br /><br /><b>Conclusion: </b>I think this is a great little pattern to make a fun, festive summer dress. It a good one for all level sewists. </div><div> </div><div>P.S. I'll post pictures of me wearing soon. No one available for a photo shoot today. Wink, wink.</div><div><br /><br /></div><div>Happy Sewing!</div><div>C</div>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-7290809429795645572022-07-19T23:07:00.000-05:002022-07-19T23:07:17.815-05:00Daisy Dress McCall M8103 <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9OHGzfhdtxv7F9d-ODZpolA_ySzYIuKSmJmaJ6pQCHp5xS2VzHbAil3aj_X2QSVzAy3EYnJvttbMrxmsiRt45gQ0uKcsRMMHPOmyI3dPTamuVEfY6biEwOoB7o_nTDlLeZqGIfh0CxqvCKXSbwMVJv9Jpd71fokT2ngqUIdWTkzckYF1ajKY0E2o_kQ/s8160/20220717_142241.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="740" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9OHGzfhdtxv7F9d-ODZpolA_ySzYIuKSmJmaJ6pQCHp5xS2VzHbAil3aj_X2QSVzAy3EYnJvttbMrxmsiRt45gQ0uKcsRMMHPOmyI3dPTamuVEfY6biEwOoB7o_nTDlLeZqGIfh0CxqvCKXSbwMVJv9Jpd71fokT2ngqUIdWTkzckYF1ajKY0E2o_kQ/w554-h740/20220717_142241.jpg" width="554" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizKW6pdKyxav1wWTB68PEELSk-VmEsQlC4fXXlI7lL4int1hUOWyXerrr64-mb6z9m8AGaWVsVn5HdaMkDS8-tH0VuSRTg4Ak0JsvNw94uLzlMJF_F7kQTwwXBtPLGP3wXalRqrpG87NJjJ43p50D4JRDa0n-2ADslRAvoF9EhsvUrlyAhcDh7aJ0tXg/s6317/20220717_142126.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6317" data-original-width="4717" height="728" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizKW6pdKyxav1wWTB68PEELSk-VmEsQlC4fXXlI7lL4int1hUOWyXerrr64-mb6z9m8AGaWVsVn5HdaMkDS8-tH0VuSRTg4Ak0JsvNw94uLzlMJF_F7kQTwwXBtPLGP3wXalRqrpG87NJjJ43p50D4JRDa0n-2ADslRAvoF9EhsvUrlyAhcDh7aJ0tXg/w544-h728/20220717_142126.jpg" width="544" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Summertime is in full affect here in the mid-west, and it can be challenging to look polished, cool, and comfortable when temperatures are in the upper 90's and the humidity is 95 percent. It feels like a sauna. So, the best thing is to go with the flow, look your best, and enjoy the summer months while they are here. In no time at all, it will be September, which will usher in another season for us.</p><p>My comfort look is soft and floaty. It provides comfort and style for the season. And that is how I feel wearing my latest summer dress.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjATyLHiCo-QbqPYyABaWW6EFxdtzV5nu2wAmZdTvaYPlay9vbVsPYskjmPD3MqBb9GoBiPE4Vwkz2dVbeIvr3S02Wug_CRLEk2Wvd02SWxucNvjsht38bGZDy6fJ-5agOVOLWjQuDavAaHULpiotDt9BPNcG1N8ylIiZpVgCE9P_v4ZtC7iGyrA8U7Xw/s7038/20220717_142102.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="7038" data-original-width="5262" height="685" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjATyLHiCo-QbqPYyABaWW6EFxdtzV5nu2wAmZdTvaYPlay9vbVsPYskjmPD3MqBb9GoBiPE4Vwkz2dVbeIvr3S02Wug_CRLEk2Wvd02SWxucNvjsht38bGZDy6fJ-5agOVOLWjQuDavAaHULpiotDt9BPNcG1N8ylIiZpVgCE9P_v4ZtC7iGyrA8U7Xw/w512-h685/20220717_142102.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5Tx8mIKnHpbLRI6f7H7zx42ZopIOflb0eGuy-hkXTuRzF8C6QM8leCsOJh9wxMM0sdefbVfNRiNwiZm5AIh3khvWOIUQsdjFkgZGVIyDl9jkF7YWPGEgdcu1h6cckEHw4_OqEHXWmZoyIkxJb4Yc_WOakZyQ3BWVDo2kQ0WfhXx5xmIktm3C4tcTMSw/s8160/20220717_142217.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="676" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5Tx8mIKnHpbLRI6f7H7zx42ZopIOflb0eGuy-hkXTuRzF8C6QM8leCsOJh9wxMM0sdefbVfNRiNwiZm5AIh3khvWOIUQsdjFkgZGVIyDl9jkF7YWPGEgdcu1h6cckEHw4_OqEHXWmZoyIkxJb4Yc_WOakZyQ3BWVDo2kQ0WfhXx5xmIktm3C4tcTMSw/w507-h676/20220717_142217.jpg" width="507" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>I used McCall Daisy M8103 to make my latest summer dress. With the slightest breeze, the skirt dances in the wind. That is one of the things I love about it.</p><p>I purchased the fabric from Joann's a few months ago. They may still have it in stock. It's a cocoa brown guaze type viscose fabric. It is very soft and easy to handle. There is one small draw back though. It is very loosely woven and has the tendency to "grow" throughout the project. So be careful.</p><p>I used size 16 with modifications. This pattern comes with multiple cups sizes for the upper front. This may save a little time for most sewists. For me I used the D cup. But I hate the one huge dart. It never turns out like intended. So, I tweaked the pattern a bit and created three darts in the upper front bodice.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwm7Q23OHvFM8rOe5FrmsNQ-_ylC1NDfhM8Lf5ubYCjW9mW_AQowEYs8tqqJS4lu8oFc2urmyvE-4VuxZWRam6LMZfSeKj8jzPb7bK3c_6AFWc87klTxatnqpHsJi7R2wDnIQwS8yDUXWhCOYM7Xl9ISGNQZYGuN0Q38nGula2JSaNh6D48s_Y14zDJw/s8160/20220717_142409.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="614" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwm7Q23OHvFM8rOe5FrmsNQ-_ylC1NDfhM8Lf5ubYCjW9mW_AQowEYs8tqqJS4lu8oFc2urmyvE-4VuxZWRam6LMZfSeKj8jzPb7bK3c_6AFWc87klTxatnqpHsJi7R2wDnIQwS8yDUXWhCOYM7Xl9ISGNQZYGuN0Q38nGula2JSaNh6D48s_Y14zDJw/w461-h614/20220717_142409.jpg" width="461" /></a></div><p>There are many qualities that I like about this pattern. The one that drew me to the pattern is the flounces. Love them. They do take a lot of time to finish. I devoted one sewing segment to finishing the hem and attaching the flounces to the waist and hem of the skirt. Another like is how the skirt is attached to the bodice. The faux wrap crosses over the entire front of the body. So there is no worry of "exposure". Wink, wink. The separate cup size pattern pieces are a plus too. All of these things, in addition to the floaty fabric, made this a loveable sewing experience.</p><p>Now, I do have a few dislikes. The expansion of the fabric during the entire project was annoying. I had to keep making adjustments as I went along. Oh yeah, I did make a muslin. The fabric that I used was tightly woven and didn't present the challenge that I experienced with my fashion fabric. It would be wise to do some stay stitching on some pieces to hold the shape. </p><p>Other changes I made:</p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Adjusted the shoulder straps</li><li>Raised the upper front and back armsyce.</li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjihxPnnMag9JWz2Amlasuof24VSDts7SUUwZNAImxEtywJhX0I0ikMXvdPXaQv0BVO3EYLdaVudZq33Vd1SaX6d_KsNLXRtoHWDxYgHS1hcwSeLtL3YrKq6ryyUHxSxpeJTa7IZGuCwHUEDDZROMhPXjTlcpsIb0-6pTBtovyBc3cuvqFsvknK4TSrug/s8160/20220717_142250.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="693" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjihxPnnMag9JWz2Amlasuof24VSDts7SUUwZNAImxEtywJhX0I0ikMXvdPXaQv0BVO3EYLdaVudZq33Vd1SaX6d_KsNLXRtoHWDxYgHS1hcwSeLtL3YrKq6ryyUHxSxpeJTa7IZGuCwHUEDDZROMhPXjTlcpsIb0-6pTBtovyBc3cuvqFsvknK4TSrug/w520-h693/20220717_142250.jpg" width="520" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFJgbe7wOGEpG3ptzSNFFbFFlAExHW4ztIxJKoaKy06zjZA8R_4O9t-1xsV-2aiF6ZoRqZJClM0ILrn13jLMgK3n4c8gJjG-wAuIEzhr0YL0lCNoNltB1lO1AouDAk444AjRi6_mWV7OzRRXLzrVF5LSjKR4T735P6WVxoPkRh4HHpOtFpZhjBy0qKbw/s8160/20220717_144120.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="696" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFJgbe7wOGEpG3ptzSNFFbFFlAExHW4ztIxJKoaKy06zjZA8R_4O9t-1xsV-2aiF6ZoRqZJClM0ILrn13jLMgK3n4c8gJjG-wAuIEzhr0YL0lCNoNltB1lO1AouDAk444AjRi6_mWV7OzRRXLzrVF5LSjKR4T735P6WVxoPkRh4HHpOtFpZhjBy0qKbw/w522-h696/20220717_144120.jpg" width="522" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>I did not lengthen the skirt. But compared to the photo, my skirt is longer on me than the one on the model. Overall, I think my dress looks like the dress on the envelope. </div><div><br /></div><div>I'm happy to have this new edition to my wardrobe. And with some restrictions being lifted, I also have something new to wear to upcoming events. Happiness.</div><div><br /></div><div>This is a great summer dress pattern to try. Be ready to spend some time constructing and finishing the flounces. Other than the fitting this is where I spend the most concentrated time. </div><div><br /></div><div>I may make it again. But in the meantime, there are several other dresses I planned to sew this summer. Til next time, enjoy your summer, and I hope you are able to make something that you love.</div><div><br /></div><div>C</div><div><br /></div><p></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-45508711640625550442022-06-30T19:51:00.000-05:002022-06-30T19:51:42.677-05:00Summertime Fun Dress in Ankara Fabric - Simplicity S8594<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyQeMsp7AhAZx_NLrshxttA0xLQ-mFzDhgrcUVodvsxlNCgjS-5Q7FhC9DShmu3q7Eaf4H4ZgI_Fp7HdMhFGf8d8mnK0ZjW_I2GljtvfXU1VZSx5Gzdjufx1IZA-qGFQSHyf-n79lwBkO88wkWhKxPSFs1b-5anBtXMISfQAZOVk7GhnPd2xyla5CHWw/s8160/20220630_123035.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyQeMsp7AhAZx_NLrshxttA0xLQ-mFzDhgrcUVodvsxlNCgjS-5Q7FhC9DShmu3q7Eaf4H4ZgI_Fp7HdMhFGf8d8mnK0ZjW_I2GljtvfXU1VZSx5Gzdjufx1IZA-qGFQSHyf-n79lwBkO88wkWhKxPSFs1b-5anBtXMISfQAZOVk7GhnPd2xyla5CHWw/w434-h578/20220630_123035.jpg" width="434" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJquW51ZI_jLG9CmCfv7OdBDBf4UtxiTCK3SARRcjKYbdTF-Cr-qyMJhdiXXXMa2xaU6N4uT_08qp7wSFadZ3wzbgFbxzYwMXYeRCJ8CTCepBneD_LKWRclOq6yajpmTjzL3s280ZKMlfTmJHYDo-IxBEZvS5vec44reeX59kNFNWkWnvgS91WV96JJw/s8160/20220630_123803.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="603" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJquW51ZI_jLG9CmCfv7OdBDBf4UtxiTCK3SARRcjKYbdTF-Cr-qyMJhdiXXXMa2xaU6N4uT_08qp7wSFadZ3wzbgFbxzYwMXYeRCJ8CTCepBneD_LKWRclOq6yajpmTjzL3s280ZKMlfTmJHYDo-IxBEZvS5vec44reeX59kNFNWkWnvgS91WV96JJw/w452-h603/20220630_123803.jpg" width="452" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0Ubzn_RCq54OxHwiKRVpUcNHPKLodMe051T1luQOJv1MhD6Slqid-gcQOfxSfVdmMLszVqZbHIzmmKagF_-wHDBJmuZEctwqUfZkpENnu3_DumV0Nb_aHfuHHQ2QyKKjGVJ6KyvsSIjmx1uh1AL98oqOWVALlbUgL7o3PG7B6dIalfheRZSvKigItzQ/s6120/20220630_122933.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4546" data-original-width="6120" height="413" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0Ubzn_RCq54OxHwiKRVpUcNHPKLodMe051T1luQOJv1MhD6Slqid-gcQOfxSfVdmMLszVqZbHIzmmKagF_-wHDBJmuZEctwqUfZkpENnu3_DumV0Nb_aHfuHHQ2QyKKjGVJ6KyvsSIjmx1uh1AL98oqOWVALlbUgL7o3PG7B6dIalfheRZSvKigItzQ/w556-h413/20220630_122933.jpg" width="556" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Today is the last day of June and it is 98 degrees HOT! Great time to wear my latest creation, using a red and black, Ankara fabric that I purchased at the Textile Warehouse. I began sewing this dress last Thursday and finished it on Sunday. </p><p>My photographer, DD, was available to take a few pictures of me wearing it this afternoon. The sun was high and bright. The heat was on. Lol</p><p>This will be a short and sweet review as I don't have pictures of the pattern alterations. Sorry. If you check out many of my previous princess fit adjustment makes, you'll get a good idea of the changes I had to make for this pattern. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9fa83t_loPrMI0wBFCRpr6_agHE-5oh0Sf8c8uxLmZt9o9e10FxPT7aCihtffwKgejXcR1t_9Mbhujofd_V2--0iAb5ID_4GkwNpxkAS-S03Zt9UX_YuDD3NMTf_rm6QOH_OkYsdABnwP9qkidbLYScRBfkTSB_N-zjbj6wmbtjMAMoNxTlcBOJ0Y0w/s505/S8594.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="505" data-original-width="505" height="199" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9fa83t_loPrMI0wBFCRpr6_agHE-5oh0Sf8c8uxLmZt9o9e10FxPT7aCihtffwKgejXcR1t_9Mbhujofd_V2--0iAb5ID_4GkwNpxkAS-S03Zt9UX_YuDD3NMTf_rm6QOH_OkYsdABnwP9qkidbLYScRBfkTSB_N-zjbj6wmbtjMAMoNxTlcBOJ0Y0w/w199-h199/S8594.jpg" width="199" /></a></div><br /><p><b>Pattern Description: </b>Misses and Petites with bodice and skirt variations. The bodice options include a crewneck with slit or a halter, and the skirt can be made straight or flared with pockets. I made View C with modifications, size 14 graded up. </p><b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? </b>Yes, it did. Of course, I lengthen the skirt and made a few other changes.<br /><br /><b>Were the instructions easy to follow?</b> Sorry, I really didn't read the instructions. I've made this style dress many, many times before. At a glance, I guess they were typical.<br /><br /><b>What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? </b>I liked the halter style of the dress. And I thought it would be a great style for the fabric that I selected.<br /><br /><b>Fabric Used: </b>I purchased this Ankara fabric from the Textile Warehouse in Chicago on 21st Street. They have a variety of colors and prints for the reasonable price of about $6.00 per yard. It is 100 percent cotton. It also washes and presses very well. That's something I always appreciate with natural fibers. I love the print and the vibrant red and black colors. <div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUTNcN4fZHoN9KUVcbq9cO-i_7kTofCV1j2FNEc6nWtEwNJjjZ0zMIiUux4BjZdhK6M0nrOZkq_4nh-2IsjekNDxLj5tXSI4_5WZFlY6UfnUEJLHMbBLBEQrpBsJDeh9t4r_Gfk1bydNmHe_6AFcoROvKjDyVViGU3JtE192XsMOtmJmW1SXcDNkspng/s8160/20220623_220631.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="681" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUTNcN4fZHoN9KUVcbq9cO-i_7kTofCV1j2FNEc6nWtEwNJjjZ0zMIiUux4BjZdhK6M0nrOZkq_4nh-2IsjekNDxLj5tXSI4_5WZFlY6UfnUEJLHMbBLBEQrpBsJDeh9t4r_Gfk1bydNmHe_6AFcoROvKjDyVViGU3JtE192XsMOtmJmW1SXcDNkspng/w511-h681/20220623_220631.jpg" width="511" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><br /><b>Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: </b>I made a ton of changes.<div><br /></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>FBA and graded the pattern up. When I purchased this pattern, the largest size grouping available at the store was size 14. So, I made it work for me.</li><li>I shortened the straps by 2 inches, much too long for me.</li><li>NOTE: I forgot to make a sway back adjustment. Not too bad though. If I use this bodice again, I'll be sure to do it to remove the excess fabric at the lower back.</li><li>Lengthen the skirt. Also, I barely had enough fabric for my desired length. On a few of the lower corners of the skirt, I had to "piece" the corners together. See picture below to see an example. You can hardly tell. wink, wink.</li><li>I installed an invisible zipper instead of a regular one, only because I didn't have one in my stash, and I refuse to buy another one. </li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUx3RRJdb7KbQ99Tf6_WDCWt1TpIajWOGr3VxU5VKzGM6_O1JoRkM3TrzSg1hLB1lIkkROqZ_Rc49EyOXOjxiuzGEQF1g0Lratneb0sMaDN4msU9QDn-PBq_tg5BiryBQmjbUjej6cNv7KjX5a2TWbZNsOzVMjlDf4Es35Y-JD40nL_F8LauFkdcKftg/s8160/20220623_220614.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="527" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUx3RRJdb7KbQ99Tf6_WDCWt1TpIajWOGr3VxU5VKzGM6_O1JoRkM3TrzSg1hLB1lIkkROqZ_Rc49EyOXOjxiuzGEQF1g0Lratneb0sMaDN4msU9QDn-PBq_tg5BiryBQmjbUjej6cNv7KjX5a2TWbZNsOzVMjlDf4Es35Y-JD40nL_F8LauFkdcKftg/w395-h527/20220623_220614.jpg" width="395" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><b>Observation: </b>The bodice is a little low at the underarm. I'd would bring it up about 1.5 inches for a better fit and look.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnyKp6S4MxmMo1WTQQLmhGNFFwQ8C0Skru-j8_4ffZgv0Hxe3QyXCpIAhdI9Q1qaREAa2VqkdlQWeu-sWkv7s0mCJ3dULn8cNRFOGy4sVEQH_gwzEk6cqutv82pZPlCzuPPiE0Ppl5PKUiMYTqTJ4QntL_U0zLN_AQa_9JCuIQRJa0nF7NAUwRNFlGOg/s6110/20220630_123714.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6110" data-original-width="4403" height="655" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnyKp6S4MxmMo1WTQQLmhGNFFwQ8C0Skru-j8_4ffZgv0Hxe3QyXCpIAhdI9Q1qaREAa2VqkdlQWeu-sWkv7s0mCJ3dULn8cNRFOGy4sVEQH_gwzEk6cqutv82pZPlCzuPPiE0Ppl5PKUiMYTqTJ4QntL_U0zLN_AQa_9JCuIQRJa0nF7NAUwRNFlGOg/w473-h655/20220630_123714.jpg" width="473" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFFPBQ4xsBXEeBSkkikWi5pHVo8ckTKRjbJ5t3hOGgVtrnB1fAfuzL_TKY3c6hViwHCdh5GF50_89LCR3j6e59Y0YUEvR3DXrDThGTk5YQ2swUBOP7INVj4xkYoChJeaJxvNbfxB3woU2h5vj5XmrgNbpY4jjDSeVitC2kxWv3C7M8lfi54WnHbOJlZg/s6157/20220630_123709.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6157" data-original-width="4554" height="642" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFFPBQ4xsBXEeBSkkikWi5pHVo8ckTKRjbJ5t3hOGgVtrnB1fAfuzL_TKY3c6hViwHCdh5GF50_89LCR3j6e59Y0YUEvR3DXrDThGTk5YQ2swUBOP7INVj4xkYoChJeaJxvNbfxB3woU2h5vj5XmrgNbpY4jjDSeVitC2kxWv3C7M8lfi54WnHbOJlZg/w475-h642/20220630_123709.jpg" width="475" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><b>Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? </b>Yes and yes. I would consider making it again. This view, view C, which I like the most. Also, I recommend it to others. It's a great little summer dress that is not difficult to make.<br /><br /><b>Conclusion: </b>I am pleased with how this dress turned out. The fit is almost perfect. and I really like the combination of the fabric and style. Great little summer dress that beginners and experienced sewists could make with no problem.</div><div><br /></div><div>Happy Sewing!</div><div>C</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div></div>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-12334175739917223462022-06-21T18:59:00.004-05:002022-06-21T18:59:49.375-05:00Easy Breezy Summer Dress - McCall M7405 <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPk90NiAUl0zoHWtVdVmb1_pTa4dXFzCUaLec7n7UVQcHpcKOEimcgjKQm0AM4BahqZCaJABzpLARZf30XbKZJV1OyumBkEAy1BCH_MACSIXch6BePl8Tp0JKuVlFgR-J-4lmyBJzDUvUhwHs0v3J0_WtLQMY5HwseuFy75z4peJq9Qcp0lJ_bFn01gg/s8160/20220621_162000.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="679" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPk90NiAUl0zoHWtVdVmb1_pTa4dXFzCUaLec7n7UVQcHpcKOEimcgjKQm0AM4BahqZCaJABzpLARZf30XbKZJV1OyumBkEAy1BCH_MACSIXch6BePl8Tp0JKuVlFgR-J-4lmyBJzDUvUhwHs0v3J0_WtLQMY5HwseuFy75z4peJq9Qcp0lJ_bFn01gg/w509-h679/20220621_162000.jpg" width="509" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRHAGQ6B_Yia3lNEoqvD2uzkEIXjzWXr2CohjZbMJcAjO1gN0rSQbytLF9ct76FNjIfs_HWjBshhwn47QIq8QHDMa3-4tece3mMcrOEHssJrQRSXxPOA8a3fac543MDGdF6KBN6Wbbm_tjdQ3ZdmI_MDTkXBhyiyXMbETsxqpUekvlF7ovYrXluNswVg/s4072/20220621_162455%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4072" data-original-width="4004" height="492" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRHAGQ6B_Yia3lNEoqvD2uzkEIXjzWXr2CohjZbMJcAjO1gN0rSQbytLF9ct76FNjIfs_HWjBshhwn47QIq8QHDMa3-4tece3mMcrOEHssJrQRSXxPOA8a3fac543MDGdF6KBN6Wbbm_tjdQ3ZdmI_MDTkXBhyiyXMbETsxqpUekvlF7ovYrXluNswVg/w484-h492/20220621_162455%20(2).jpg" width="484" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>It is a steamy 102 degrees in the Chicagoland area. At least where I live. HOT! HOT!</p><p>Summer is definitely here. So instead of complaining, dress appropriately. Rayon Guaze from Joann's Fabrics is the perfect match for McCall's M7405 Easy dress. I could easily have a dozen of these comfy dresses in my wardrobe. It's perfect for any occasion. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIDyjWXtPr_AmQgD9L2Z9iHzjleSn2OUQpgnczLIBg-VROkJ-F20phb_NLV6W5DgxtLTGB792ceIz3-_4_sGFi7FsRN8EHx3jCET-b59OcKL194ks5ZMnmQ_to6soUUEdGqAZfAlRxFiHayfoWcOB7h_unTs6fCIQQs1QprKhF2vc_wYeNDfogn0Lvtg/s4171/20220621_162512%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4171" data-original-width="2625" height="680" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIDyjWXtPr_AmQgD9L2Z9iHzjleSn2OUQpgnczLIBg-VROkJ-F20phb_NLV6W5DgxtLTGB792ceIz3-_4_sGFi7FsRN8EHx3jCET-b59OcKL194ks5ZMnmQ_to6soUUEdGqAZfAlRxFiHayfoWcOB7h_unTs6fCIQQs1QprKhF2vc_wYeNDfogn0Lvtg/w427-h680/20220621_162512%20(2).jpg" width="427" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>This pattern has been out for a while. I never noticed it until my fellow sewists across the Instagram platform started posting their beautiful dresses. And of course, I had to get on the bandwagon too. ;-)</p><p>McCall's pattern description: Loose-fitting, sleeveless, pullover dresses have neckline gathers, back neck slit and hemline variations. C: Belt, and side slit. D: Elasticized waist.</p><p>I didn't follow any of the versions as indicated on the envelope. I did my own thing. My version is view B with elasticized waist and belt. I used between large and medium sizes. </p><p>Basically, my dress does look like the drawings "combined". Tee Hee. This is how I wanted my dress to look. I often think of patterns as being templates to help me design the project I have invision.</p><p>The instructions were super easy, and I did not encounter any confusing steps.</p><p>This pattern is very easy to like and very forgiving on the figure. My likes are it was easy to sew, stylish, and versatile. I was so excited sewing it together and couldn't wait until I was done. No dislike to note. However, I made a few little changes.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv3asJoROaqfkL1MuJBFpxlS413xW7w5FrclQMoAAeqgwoMMqcwNBa91ibVP1QM27TrhkYkQUoULlE3VIyomu0rDZFP65duFxKyNFm9sxbfOYJIKeJ2EWPhh8X1W2MQiXFSiajMWM0Rgw-MeXRDRTBaR8SX9ahLhysHTbC1Y5nDPWGT-ViRsnaPavghg/s8160/20220621_154716.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="561" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv3asJoROaqfkL1MuJBFpxlS413xW7w5FrclQMoAAeqgwoMMqcwNBa91ibVP1QM27TrhkYkQUoULlE3VIyomu0rDZFP65duFxKyNFm9sxbfOYJIKeJ2EWPhh8X1W2MQiXFSiajMWM0Rgw-MeXRDRTBaR8SX9ahLhysHTbC1Y5nDPWGT-ViRsnaPavghg/w421-h561/20220621_154716.jpg" width="421" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBJ72zCDHtYp5amDvlZ8k-72ocGZ0PYNR3CAUUgDpKPewheItj9c1-nI-3vDjRJmRGZ5ruZTIzovHQc9EbdalYg4EPY54lhEB9GmmUznizwDr4eGtMXDdI2SNjTQ3DpGYClkV4L-7D0QyYE1iuQji-bDCf27vZlaj-xqAbQci3hZtUWG_l6r7Mspkd9g/s8160/20220621_154709.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="739" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBJ72zCDHtYp5amDvlZ8k-72ocGZ0PYNR3CAUUgDpKPewheItj9c1-nI-3vDjRJmRGZ5ruZTIzovHQc9EbdalYg4EPY54lhEB9GmmUznizwDr4eGtMXDdI2SNjTQ3DpGYClkV4L-7D0QyYE1iuQji-bDCf27vZlaj-xqAbQci3hZtUWG_l6r7Mspkd9g/w554-h739/20220621_154709.jpg" width="554" /></a></div><br /><p>One thing I was concerned with was how it would fit in the bust area. I didn't want to experience any gapping at the lower armhole. Luckily there wasn't any. But the armhole was a bit too low. So, I brought it up about 2 inches. Also, after I sewed the sides, it was too big in the upper portion of the dress. I just tweaked it a little until it was right for me. Another small change I made was the placement of the elastic. I tied the belt around my waist to act as a marker. Then I used a mirror and safety pins to mark that location in the back and used needle and thread to run a base stitch around the front. In the end, my elastic waist placement is very different from the front and back of the dress. But you cannot tell when I have the dress on. So, it works for me. After making the change, I also thought about the placement of the elastic in general as it can be lower or higher depending how you want to style the dress. The final little change was with the bias tape to create the elastic casing. I used a strip of fabric to make my own casing to match the dress.</p><p>As I stated earlier, my fabric is from JoAnn's Fabrics. They have a nice selection of cotton guaze in a variety of colors and prints. I loved this floral print. It was easy to sew and a great choice for a summer dress.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtJosM3Gco7Xsde_NO4-jtn_Fw6YHbmwZ0cd9vnhEW4B97zK2ORtzgHU5H-rkkcDcpXC91pu67HgGKar0um9sCXH_OoqCxJ9KUWLI92bdp6JcqXG-OKVyEiJRwar_B5-Ow_QMfl34q-kitaUk2UMrjYbyyypZ1qaNmYxuqkkbmLmPMs9av-_suSy7qcg/s8160/20220621_154759.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="619" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtJosM3Gco7Xsde_NO4-jtn_Fw6YHbmwZ0cd9vnhEW4B97zK2ORtzgHU5H-rkkcDcpXC91pu67HgGKar0um9sCXH_OoqCxJ9KUWLI92bdp6JcqXG-OKVyEiJRwar_B5-Ow_QMfl34q-kitaUk2UMrjYbyyypZ1qaNmYxuqkkbmLmPMs9av-_suSy7qcg/w464-h619/20220621_154759.jpg" width="464" /></a></div><br /><p>You know I will sew this dress again. I like it a lot! ;-) It is designed for beginners. So all level sewists could make it with no problem. This ends my little pattern review for this one!</p><p><br /></p><p>Happy Sewing!</p><p>Cennetta</p><p><br /></p><br /><br /><br /><br />Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-90949343039886247842022-06-15T00:10:00.001-05:002022-06-15T00:10:00.236-05:00Mixing It Up With Simplicity Cardigan S8992 and Vogue Pants V8859<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5N1urSUEHlXiJZZH2bNJxJbMu2iKUzcxF-6BroNlVyfhd5s4snRZ6z6rf7MDjnJjZ7LDAyJwMFpSf4c3neqxx9IykEKD77CXXxUXewYNiSDzQva60Frx_gyZPAzdfa_WJY_sn0di8KrGoTnFLJZaV0Orx0PXMr4aIVfTl_WmpwF9NAJ0FH0a-GRrRDQ/s6589/20220612_134132%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6589" data-original-width="5248" height="557" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5N1urSUEHlXiJZZH2bNJxJbMu2iKUzcxF-6BroNlVyfhd5s4snRZ6z6rf7MDjnJjZ7LDAyJwMFpSf4c3neqxx9IykEKD77CXXxUXewYNiSDzQva60Frx_gyZPAzdfa_WJY_sn0di8KrGoTnFLJZaV0Orx0PXMr4aIVfTl_WmpwF9NAJ0FH0a-GRrRDQ/w444-h557/20220612_134132%20(2).jpg" width="444" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGlFZ1rKKeDpYa3Nz2sPbGAy8sPuc83uE-CB3nfqTRHNfJmYgMaiBM__qqPIGMXMg21Tuww010w6hoUyNYyl-_XVkn-A1DsbswNyi4YreLsJ5zzSFT9WXIONqMspguzjbno6amAufKSzjL3u4pjlprDr9AiUwc2h6w4k4r6JfiH9hXwOtbhE6qcNwCvQ/s6472/20220612_134253%20(4).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6472" data-original-width="4972" height="598" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGlFZ1rKKeDpYa3Nz2sPbGAy8sPuc83uE-CB3nfqTRHNfJmYgMaiBM__qqPIGMXMg21Tuww010w6hoUyNYyl-_XVkn-A1DsbswNyi4YreLsJ5zzSFT9WXIONqMspguzjbno6amAufKSzjL3u4pjlprDr9AiUwc2h6w4k4r6JfiH9hXwOtbhE6qcNwCvQ/w459-h598/20220612_134253%20(4).jpg" width="459" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRafRocVZeueXVlWH1dgAkwzMlwmKEPyetrTHst2t0UQwDxLSNe3ZN4YdKKW-O-n2dYn9tO5V38taqFqWYKnDRb2cYdDAYm9f-ZB01-CCI_P5UQtaCbErpoCkdsa4kcsO7gvMiLlxGLZYcWXLCsaLYEBMRziO1WQG4aETtVxi5GY9wA7m4PKAJ-cm3WA/s8160/20220612_134329.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="611" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRafRocVZeueXVlWH1dgAkwzMlwmKEPyetrTHst2t0UQwDxLSNe3ZN4YdKKW-O-n2dYn9tO5V38taqFqWYKnDRb2cYdDAYm9f-ZB01-CCI_P5UQtaCbErpoCkdsa4kcsO7gvMiLlxGLZYcWXLCsaLYEBMRziO1WQG4aETtVxi5GY9wA7m4PKAJ-cm3WA/w459-h611/20220612_134329.jpg" width="459" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>My little collection of TNT patterns is growing. It's the simple style lines and easy sewing that makes<msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight msreadout-inactive-highlight"> some of these patterns <msreadoutspan class="msreadout-word-highlight">extremely</msreadoutspan> valuable to me. </msreadoutspan><a href="https://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com/search?q=v8859" target="_blank"><msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight msreadout-inactive-highlight"> Vogue V8859</msreadoutspan></a><msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight msreadout-inactive-highlight"> pants I've made at least a dozen pair so </msreadoutspan>far. And I don't see myself retiring this one any time soon. I love these pull-on pants. As for <a href="https://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com/search?q=s8992" target="_blank">Simplicity S8992</a>, I've only made it once before. The dress is below. This could quickly become a TNT. It is part of Simplicity's "Pattern Hacking" collection. I like it a lot too.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigjTeIPoFIZggLgi2Dh4Af30kdQ9-rdLPzB4oHD1BksS7Kv4OUdnTrXPwCx1Jq9g2dfRRKtFkNwLo4B8pA3m-h9Uw9_oVjQ2GodTJxUIb7HxpZsincd1slfpjDB147O8ALKt6bpd0lxXWDo3qyz4qq60iKHjPl_Fs39mYHBhLcteKvUY5XwOari0wy5A/s1564/IMG_20220329_135433.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1564" data-original-width="1564" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigjTeIPoFIZggLgi2Dh4Af30kdQ9-rdLPzB4oHD1BksS7Kv4OUdnTrXPwCx1Jq9g2dfRRKtFkNwLo4B8pA3m-h9Uw9_oVjQ2GodTJxUIb7HxpZsincd1slfpjDB147O8ALKt6bpd0lxXWDo3qyz4qq60iKHjPl_Fs39mYHBhLcteKvUY5XwOari0wy5A/s320/IMG_20220329_135433.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>I started this project with making the pants. I wanted to add a tuxedo style stripe down the sides. Like I said to try something new. Personally, they turned out to be a great looking pair of pants. After I finished them, I saw that I had about 3/4 yard of the knit fabric left. So, I attempted to "squeeze" out a little cardigan. But of course, I had to use another fabric for the stripe and the sleeve to complete it. The difference in fabric didn't matter. In fact, they complement each other. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiObQTUAFVflx7ujlF8yoQAjFsNabnI5ryb7mdkIjBBu0xmQ6m5DhOOoRRM4JzDi-P_4QUbBlfWRayla0_WFS9eh4DmGIUynEmwvhrbEiz5brjPhdic5oiP3bIoZBgMtwW7u9kjLrXhtxAOso2LrUkgFdhCex-aNoTr2KumTjclaiCkJ4pCTi9Lr4CWug/s7000/20220612_134107%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="7000" data-original-width="6119" height="532" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiObQTUAFVflx7ujlF8yoQAjFsNabnI5ryb7mdkIjBBu0xmQ6m5DhOOoRRM4JzDi-P_4QUbBlfWRayla0_WFS9eh4DmGIUynEmwvhrbEiz5brjPhdic5oiP3bIoZBgMtwW7u9kjLrXhtxAOso2LrUkgFdhCex-aNoTr2KumTjclaiCkJ4pCTi9Lr4CWug/w466-h532/20220612_134107%20(2).jpg" width="466" /></a></div><br /><p>In the end, I not only made another great pair of pants, but I also have a nice little cardigan to match.</p><p>Just to provide some details on the fabrics, I purchased the ponte knit from Vogue Fabrics last winter. I only bought two yards which was more than enough for the slim pull-on pants. The ribbed black knit (used for the sleeve and the stripe on the cardigan) came from Joann's. It was a remnant from another project. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOEq0yfsghLYBrEhi5NSIBaVNaAYnuD6nbU1qjupFmGgdpdT4VuKNtp5dpCgG0JVfUYkn_pTWv_oNWFYEZTtKIF70v6lvvWseKfFNI7ZaB-qEqDHLnSd20D9EuCXR2eZtP1jylvMGkqGXaz0kTNKH_KJXy-Hc8pg4XJkYfEYD0xbCgztUhBFyxpThdSQ/s6252/20220612_134039%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6252" data-original-width="6120" height="538" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOEq0yfsghLYBrEhi5NSIBaVNaAYnuD6nbU1qjupFmGgdpdT4VuKNtp5dpCgG0JVfUYkn_pTWv_oNWFYEZTtKIF70v6lvvWseKfFNI7ZaB-qEqDHLnSd20D9EuCXR2eZtP1jylvMGkqGXaz0kTNKH_KJXy-Hc8pg4XJkYfEYD0xbCgztUhBFyxpThdSQ/w527-h538/20220612_134039%20(2).jpg" width="527" /></a></div><br /><p>Also, for the cardigan I used snaps and buttons for the closure. I didn't want to make buttonholes. So, I sewed on snaps and sewed buttons to the right side of the front closure.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXjNxGObYkvL-p5KTod5zWXV9RAxTZo4jrG1kNxDTxKruZL4-EDYwG8qzW0Cl0xEYLeGyrX83yj8lCIJg9bS2qN6pl17C8B1o4JagGJ9190jrj-h-Ic7ICx4pxXkeKyusOnL2mbTVBCxc9i5NpUunYRsrHpQSbjKpypx-UVNXZQEzehNjUXjr98EcdzQ/s8160/20220606_144644.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="615" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXjNxGObYkvL-p5KTod5zWXV9RAxTZo4jrG1kNxDTxKruZL4-EDYwG8qzW0Cl0xEYLeGyrX83yj8lCIJg9bS2qN6pl17C8B1o4JagGJ9190jrj-h-Ic7ICx4pxXkeKyusOnL2mbTVBCxc9i5NpUunYRsrHpQSbjKpypx-UVNXZQEzehNjUXjr98EcdzQ/w462-h615/20220606_144644.jpg" width="462" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEEWS6iQS0uxHaIYlceN2_AZD_4flySMqS3L-DfADt733iYbjco4qnJU7P1P5_vmnrF9Y9YEt4vgMJiBa9swWIpAzVMEJxvId2z4r_wTZO8mP0tN7wk0Z7mB3a-cNN4q2O_h1uhQaU-AUsx__-852exiqJChLvN9mhxwADnnswEd8F6VMYQ0Z82Lu2wQ/s8160/20220606_144310.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="622" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEEWS6iQS0uxHaIYlceN2_AZD_4flySMqS3L-DfADt733iYbjco4qnJU7P1P5_vmnrF9Y9YEt4vgMJiBa9swWIpAzVMEJxvId2z4r_wTZO8mP0tN7wk0Z7mB3a-cNN4q2O_h1uhQaU-AUsx__-852exiqJChLvN9mhxwADnnswEd8F6VMYQ0Z82Lu2wQ/w466-h622/20220606_144310.jpg" width="466" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja4LR0m3e0pghJa6l0hImQIvJPosFMe2OneER5aJ75Q-d6E2JyCP4hM_LOJVhXnizStKdlqFhbfbjsWPxNeHtO7gdcmcFZq8dcS0ZeQVrEETcVCdmrNc2xW78qg_0N3JnANq1r-erHFlmRWUD2Pd-irU3TCSt_JmGcOQxdWtndoiYMGuvy33y9XL7cWg/s8160/20220606_144319.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="626" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja4LR0m3e0pghJa6l0hImQIvJPosFMe2OneER5aJ75Q-d6E2JyCP4hM_LOJVhXnizStKdlqFhbfbjsWPxNeHtO7gdcmcFZq8dcS0ZeQVrEETcVCdmrNc2xW78qg_0N3JnANq1r-erHFlmRWUD2Pd-irU3TCSt_JmGcOQxdWtndoiYMGuvy33y9XL7cWg/w469-h626/20220606_144319.jpg" width="469" /></a></div><br /><p>I like how the outfit turned out. It is definitely an early fall project. The ponte knit is too heavy for summer weather. Lol I'll save this outfit for the right time and weather conditions. </p><p>Happy Sewing!</p><p>C</p><p><br /><br /></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-70036022501838891352022-06-14T19:48:00.001-05:002022-06-14T23:50:20.819-05:00Navy Stripe Leisure Set - Vogue V1835 <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX3Btp5NvTrEsGPNo6ctcn5PTadGQk-ceL5k2iFAr7nY5xYzcNU_YD9gEaevvKgv0WstnLmybiv-KgmMiEgZ9amCbzrhoPeth93Gb6G6D2b0oTllNoDFf-afn9iCCgq58MmOT7VqnrclExuvjaiMwzNJuMvtRQ8OLGB-_MMCGIi9nCyDVxkUAHwvCQ3Q/s4011/20220612_132403%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4011" data-original-width="2781" height="629" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX3Btp5NvTrEsGPNo6ctcn5PTadGQk-ceL5k2iFAr7nY5xYzcNU_YD9gEaevvKgv0WstnLmybiv-KgmMiEgZ9amCbzrhoPeth93Gb6G6D2b0oTllNoDFf-afn9iCCgq58MmOT7VqnrclExuvjaiMwzNJuMvtRQ8OLGB-_MMCGIi9nCyDVxkUAHwvCQ3Q/w436-h629/20220612_132403%20(2).jpg" width="436" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjakCDDAHG_UFUllr-arY6v0OoUGF0XfgswutinsM4ivrn7I2BFpG223K4kMwbKaSzWckAoIgs9Iu_TbfJGysrOeWMRZLB5lGsfUulpCTeTeIv0z-aNjYXdk3U81O2vUq9C_QWPQm4GFaZCI1JVxphDnWTH4WQVe66XMB6QrhrFiJEEbAIcDShPlAlN7g/s8160/20220612_132223.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="574" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjakCDDAHG_UFUllr-arY6v0OoUGF0XfgswutinsM4ivrn7I2BFpG223K4kMwbKaSzWckAoIgs9Iu_TbfJGysrOeWMRZLB5lGsfUulpCTeTeIv0z-aNjYXdk3U81O2vUq9C_QWPQm4GFaZCI1JVxphDnWTH4WQVe66XMB6QrhrFiJEEbAIcDShPlAlN7g/w431-h574/20220612_132223.jpg" width="431" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfF84dkApineqaTnVUrAfRfdFyLhvJENgR0g3-70jStDmVxCwnoDJtml4u8D65XzG7LlIfKZa-zGxvbjy7rfQr8qUh4j50kGjJ_OEZ-ok264L83KGZ09f-6w1QEG_hZc7DieiRimQPRzTauNQsWo4bDNRPW5BaIq-73yzkf_iWSJnPyYmUP4h4brOU6A/s8160/20220612_132219.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="614" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfF84dkApineqaTnVUrAfRfdFyLhvJENgR0g3-70jStDmVxCwnoDJtml4u8D65XzG7LlIfKZa-zGxvbjy7rfQr8qUh4j50kGjJ_OEZ-ok264L83KGZ09f-6w1QEG_hZc7DieiRimQPRzTauNQsWo4bDNRPW5BaIq-73yzkf_iWSJnPyYmUP4h4brOU6A/w460-h614/20220612_132219.jpg" width="460" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Surprise, Surprise!</p><p>I'm back. Lol </p><p>It's good to be back. I missed blogging and sharing my sewing projects. There are so many things going on. And lately I seriously wanted to spend my limited free time sewing. </p><p>So today, I'm reviewing one of my outfits made in early May. This little leisure set was easy to make and didn't take much time to do so. I do want to point out that I could have given myself a tad more move across the bust area. In the photos I notices a little pulling across the bust. Anyway, here is my review.</p><p><b>Pattern Description: </b>Misses' close-fitting tops can be worn on or off the shoulder; close fitting cropped pants have elastic, drawstring waist. Slippers are lined.<b> </b></p><b>Pattern Sizing: </b>This pattern comes in size A(XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL) I used between medium and large. I should have just used the large for the top. It would have been better for me across the bust since I didn't want to fuss with making a FBA.<br /><br /><b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? </b>Yes, it did.<br /><br /><b>Were the instructions easy to follow? </b>The instructions were very easy to follow, and there weren't any confusing or complicated steps.<div><br /><b>What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? </b>I liked the style of the outfit. It speaks comfort and chic at the same time. It just depends on how you style it. I became interested in trying this pattern after seeing other sewists' version on Instagram. </div><div><br /></div><div>No real dislikes.<br /><br /><b>Fabric Used: </b>My knit fabric came from FabricMart Fabrics. I bought it several months ago. At the time, I didn't know what I'd make with it. Vogue V1835 was a great choice. This medium weight knit fabric has an interesting diagonal stripe navy on navy. There is about 35 percent stretch crosswise. I think the same lengthwise. <br /><br /><b>Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: </b>I made a few changes/adjustments. </div><div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinsnxUX3wv3O7THHCYg-hwIdBcb2KmV5WVgbm81VrukaK6YZZdV-jX1Mg6jBtwxyeo_MyuEI37aiYgfhrYkYLK_wRNsQRgD8IKx9m-aJE8SV50qszC6OeZHz4lCMmLrvVd91aOoZ-0qbWwDc9DgEnWKU5erJcUDZnXIrYPElP2bqhKX23U_juPNtD15A/s8160/20220517_085208.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="488" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinsnxUX3wv3O7THHCYg-hwIdBcb2KmV5WVgbm81VrukaK6YZZdV-jX1Mg6jBtwxyeo_MyuEI37aiYgfhrYkYLK_wRNsQRgD8IKx9m-aJE8SV50qszC6OeZHz4lCMmLrvVd91aOoZ-0qbWwDc9DgEnWKU5erJcUDZnXIrYPElP2bqhKX23U_juPNtD15A/w366-h488/20220517_085208.jpg" width="366" /></a></div><br /><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>I cut between a medium and large for both top and pants.</li><li>The neckline was a little snug when I wore it off my shoulder. So I made the opening slightly larger so the right side wouldn't bunch up at the base of my neck.</li><li>For the pants I installed two eyelets instead of making buttonholes for the drawstring.</li><li>As usual, I lengthen the pants.</li><li>Adding elastic to one side of the top to create ruching and drape.</li></ul><div><b>Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? </b> Yes, I actually would like a few more sets<msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight msreadout-inactive-highlight"> of this outfit. I will tweak the bust area a bit <msreadoutspan class="msreadout-word-highlight">though</msreadoutspan>.</msreadoutspan></div><br /><b>Conclusion: </b>I think this wearable muslin version turned out pretty good. This is a design that I think would look good on most people. Plus it is easy to sew.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Parting shots: </b> This is my nephew, Roy. He graduated in May. Roy also received a full football scholarship to Northern Illinois University. We are very proud of him. Believe it or not, he is the baby of the family, standing at 6'7".</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZHw2swbgxkzgO1EUam1_7PuLByr2RGrf1hmqXzOxCRYJyX0b8DKDofRAnkLA6e3rAEQ6ym0ls4O1TJFjwCxVZNvLUrwGSJNKBHGEi0Jvwrp72ut5Jhx1EVErWqTIiA-6Ab2hE9fcv0aI1p-pNvHJ5cDJ4hh-NtVYSY3Pxfj7Bf57RxpSN2AwG8KDY8g/s8160/20220526_194553.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="545" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZHw2swbgxkzgO1EUam1_7PuLByr2RGrf1hmqXzOxCRYJyX0b8DKDofRAnkLA6e3rAEQ6ym0ls4O1TJFjwCxVZNvLUrwGSJNKBHGEi0Jvwrp72ut5Jhx1EVErWqTIiA-6Ab2hE9fcv0aI1p-pNvHJ5cDJ4hh-NtVYSY3Pxfj7Bf57RxpSN2AwG8KDY8g/w408-h545/20220526_194553.jpg" width="408" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNeGFS3_uIqcwTe49lel0UgGOXmUzJwgUm6UHfjD4dv62bYmc4jwehoUQUnOoxfFg8IE9NCUZhpnbo12atn3dL8vHEDNnv7INkg7HiIxIvT47pxmupG6izgWzKF9PeFjkazYYEbb3aBEcQS2X9DhLamoS8P69PEeSig_MbGzxtdfA5zOLEsyk_Q60J8A/s8160/20220526_183745.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="552" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNeGFS3_uIqcwTe49lel0UgGOXmUzJwgUm6UHfjD4dv62bYmc4jwehoUQUnOoxfFg8IE9NCUZhpnbo12atn3dL8vHEDNnv7INkg7HiIxIvT47pxmupG6izgWzKF9PeFjkazYYEbb3aBEcQS2X9DhLamoS8P69PEeSig_MbGzxtdfA5zOLEsyk_Q60J8A/w414-h552/20220526_183745.jpg" width="414" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Happy Sewing Friends!</div><div>C</div>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-48249252548414958362022-04-23T19:03:00.000-05:002022-04-23T19:03:39.050-05:00Purple Flower Power Dress Revealed - Vogue V1858<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqiYOgwPf_mV6JPM91QvCahclkc_J7Gv9ro5p2xiTUwIWFoNHL7ITkbqzBv6XH1SqfD1kFP3BNghFBls--LSGn7ji-yXEDUEqzamUzE5squGoix3qnIAaS5J2dE_DybthecVKhnKQRticDxsKvKn5jYIH75M7Dj3jff_Sz57y0zVvCny3ZyAHJxy-sng/s8160/V1858%20Front%20Hand%20Hip.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="531" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqiYOgwPf_mV6JPM91QvCahclkc_J7Gv9ro5p2xiTUwIWFoNHL7ITkbqzBv6XH1SqfD1kFP3BNghFBls--LSGn7ji-yXEDUEqzamUzE5squGoix3qnIAaS5J2dE_DybthecVKhnKQRticDxsKvKn5jYIH75M7Dj3jff_Sz57y0zVvCny3ZyAHJxy-sng/w399-h531/V1858%20Front%20Hand%20Hip.jpg" width="399" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrQ5eOyMikNQ493dA-3mRitKH3HU9pnfI6UdZDpZMuh0V1N3inrUgqOwa-z8lPzmqZR9RbCgY4N6o_8jvUB62wzg7vcJqnKGu9xyyjBZ0E6f1t6dVEt5Bx1ukWQ5LjYrlE2_GOiGgdQz85dgVE5KyEnCFyekJrVW5VN2cbE7ADByboxGjvDZi28mgdIw/s5262/V1858%20Back%20Side%20Smile%20Flower.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5262" data-original-width="3679" height="641" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrQ5eOyMikNQ493dA-3mRitKH3HU9pnfI6UdZDpZMuh0V1N3inrUgqOwa-z8lPzmqZR9RbCgY4N6o_8jvUB62wzg7vcJqnKGu9xyyjBZ0E6f1t6dVEt5Bx1ukWQ5LjYrlE2_GOiGgdQz85dgVE5KyEnCFyekJrVW5VN2cbE7ADByboxGjvDZi28mgdIw/w449-h641/V1858%20Back%20Side%20Smile%20Flower.jpg" width="449" /></a></div><br /><p>It has been almost a whole month since I last posted about this dress. I had mentioned that I wanted to do something extra. My "extra" was to add some silk flowers and petals to the dress. It took me a while to decide how to place the flowers and the petals on it. I knew I wanted to make a corsage like flower, not detachable. Also, I thought of putting one flower at the hem. I still wasn't sold on the placement. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg39GDLGWH83XtsU4ITlJG-qqJXaCmPC5e4fwosMgGDIeBq9WgzxJdEWsxAQrbUSKY_rK6rtjExY5oSvqiOyoZANRKFbV3Y00uIFWBI5YKMh1eThMo1eT5QrTaTOSY19q-KRBtowad82onpzQ_IPAB3UENWFao4tQGWhXpEZwq4gSXVj7qPsPiX9DT8TQ/s1648/V1858%20Back%20Extra%20Flowers%20Closeup%20Top.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1648" data-original-width="1129" height="591" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg39GDLGWH83XtsU4ITlJG-qqJXaCmPC5e4fwosMgGDIeBq9WgzxJdEWsxAQrbUSKY_rK6rtjExY5oSvqiOyoZANRKFbV3Y00uIFWBI5YKMh1eThMo1eT5QrTaTOSY19q-KRBtowad82onpzQ_IPAB3UENWFao4tQGWhXpEZwq4gSXVj7qPsPiX9DT8TQ/w405-h591/V1858%20Back%20Extra%20Flowers%20Closeup%20Top.jpg" width="405" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcMs1XDfpHBc-M-vSwJ2-g8XIW6A7Szo0GWPgLYj4VaazJ4srNHHb5WWKfBZ1QZZS2eH9AG_dr9r9AvjDZX-s3HnWjXw4goIEOcVaNBNy4srLRXrTGqMSm2w8tJ7Kv2GK4EqNITedrpHwqBPD4yZrufXHD3H9u_G3VdR8vkGTHGaQ2rNBhW0rjQ-MVuQ/s8160/V1858%20Back%20Extra%20Flowers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8160" data-original-width="6120" height="641" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcMs1XDfpHBc-M-vSwJ2-g8XIW6A7Szo0GWPgLYj4VaazJ4srNHHb5WWKfBZ1QZZS2eH9AG_dr9r9AvjDZX-s3HnWjXw4goIEOcVaNBNy4srLRXrTGqMSm2w8tJ7Kv2GK4EqNITedrpHwqBPD4yZrufXHD3H9u_G3VdR8vkGTHGaQ2rNBhW0rjQ-MVuQ/w481-h641/V1858%20Back%20Extra%20Flowers.jpg" width="481" /></a></div><p>After talking with Rhonda about my idea, she helped me rearrange the flowers and the petals. So today, finally, I'm sharing how I finished the purple flower power dress. First, I added three flowers at the top shoulder area. The one directly on top is a detachable corsage. I was afraid that it would get mangled if I sewed it onto the dress. The leaves were the biggest concern. The remaining two were placed on the back shoulder, kind of in a cluster like a bouquet. Then I sewed on petals falling down the back of the dress with the majority of them at the hem. To complement the beaded zipper, I added a few beads to each petal and flower. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinCUxFBmim-x8SyDPB5d3zijerBAuxB0wh_Kp9UhNSJTtO39pChDq7-qOIWxy-wSrV3UAdzj7nNdJd3ExdF8OX8CO9eqF8V4_vIqeULuRJDbYyVk3Bkk_gGPfX5jIxOJJzKWPQftkcxKSzV1aK6xv5fO-FtAR2WiudXH0vZL70h0lSNuSZpqEWsAxdgQ/s2031/20220328_131859.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2031" data-original-width="1908" height="477" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinCUxFBmim-x8SyDPB5d3zijerBAuxB0wh_Kp9UhNSJTtO39pChDq7-qOIWxy-wSrV3UAdzj7nNdJd3ExdF8OX8CO9eqF8V4_vIqeULuRJDbYyVk3Bkk_gGPfX5jIxOJJzKWPQftkcxKSzV1aK6xv5fO-FtAR2WiudXH0vZL70h0lSNuSZpqEWsAxdgQ/w449-h477/20220328_131859.jpg" width="449" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijtqdoZZZLpAHKqmz7KIw3xMEWqQMtUXYRUDJH6XlPM2254NIUMAO6A030X7fJmHR8-DsBVQhP98dUGNCHyVIpMdP9X0LyIvuZk25afFNsFdcqm1SVNPezmejzY25e1nRE7NJF_hQKRblUnoFZVnrzJXJ3DjiLN-qA9BoGHZuRG2GRt1tQ0ZXvZEweLg/s2708/20220328_131638.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2708" data-original-width="1562" height="686" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijtqdoZZZLpAHKqmz7KIw3xMEWqQMtUXYRUDJH6XlPM2254NIUMAO6A030X7fJmHR8-DsBVQhP98dUGNCHyVIpMdP9X0LyIvuZk25afFNsFdcqm1SVNPezmejzY25e1nRE7NJF_hQKRblUnoFZVnrzJXJ3DjiLN-qA9BoGHZuRG2GRt1tQ0ZXvZEweLg/w396-h686/20220328_131638.jpg" width="396" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>I changed the length of the dress as well. Initially, I added several inches to it. After taking a few pictures, I decided to shorten it a bit. Above are a few photos taken prior to the floral additions and the length adjustment. So, that's it for now. </p><p>I haven't made anything new since March. I've been busy with other things. We will see what the coming warmer season brings.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDQV7U-taeZ-0EeU6ujB54SqV8D0gx-aE8mGYwe3-s-J5dzT1N6LKxECtKmy6MTDhdcZGB2eRAND784yrPC9evc5Vz0EOYGJoT_jzub-f64SM9eN-naq-Ol8q4CygQKhvZCeOUSDYJLsO7G-a6EYCnuIU-Bkp5APwFSb5JIAy6Z5IELpCGotyEC1wUQg/s717/Presentation1%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="663" data-original-width="717" height="296" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDQV7U-taeZ-0EeU6ujB54SqV8D0gx-aE8mGYwe3-s-J5dzT1N6LKxECtKmy6MTDhdcZGB2eRAND784yrPC9evc5Vz0EOYGJoT_jzub-f64SM9eN-naq-Ol8q4CygQKhvZCeOUSDYJLsO7G-a6EYCnuIU-Bkp5APwFSb5JIAy6Z5IELpCGotyEC1wUQg/s320/Presentation1%20(2).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>BTW- This was my Easter dress. </p><p>Happy Sewing!</p><p><msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight msreadout-inactive-highlight"><msreadoutspan class="msreadout-word-highlight">C</msreadoutspan></msreadoutspan></p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763990199846204241.post-72068033471274458132022-03-31T14:53:00.000-05:002022-03-31T14:53:39.621-05:00Notes on a Pattern - Vogue V1858<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmuYKDHLvZdxMeQmTXZCWVJysQ_gJMbq1aeqbUEUPPofNhUN-tyLLs_nF7f44W2DHH701OghpYuBBheybszyvmrD5k96dhs25s4vqNBRt4Ruum0HfEo6PnCQBlqAw037Ixirv3_wme0oZqtGVGCNz3PG4DnK-edsmUKh0712v7S16PwizqkdSqdloCvA/s446/V1858%20Front.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="446" data-original-width="381" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmuYKDHLvZdxMeQmTXZCWVJysQ_gJMbq1aeqbUEUPPofNhUN-tyLLs_nF7f44W2DHH701OghpYuBBheybszyvmrD5k96dhs25s4vqNBRt4Ruum0HfEo6PnCQBlqAw037Ixirv3_wme0oZqtGVGCNz3PG4DnK-edsmUKh0712v7S16PwizqkdSqdloCvA/s320/V1858%20Front.png" width="273" /></a></div><br /><p>Today I want to talk about Vogue V1858. This is one of Vogue's latest pattern releases. It is basically a princess seam dress with a curve "V" neck front yoke and a back yoke. Nothing really extra special. But it has a neckline that I haven't seen. And that is why a decided to purchase the pattern. </p><p>I considered this to be a relatively easy dress to make. There is no lining, it has princess seams, and it<msreadoutspan class="msreadout-line-highlight msreadout-inactive-highlight"> requires moderate stretch <msreadoutspan class="msreadout-word-highlight">knits</msreadoutspan>. On the envelope, it indicates a sewing rating of average. That's okay </msreadoutspan>because there is an invisible zipper and the front yoke may present a little bit of a challenge to get it just right.</p><p>Vogue describes the pattern as: Fitted dress has shaped contrast neck bands, side front and side back seams, three-quarter length set-in sleeves, invisible back zipper, hook and eye closure, stitched hems. </p><p>I made some changes: no invisible zipper and I hand-stitched the hems. Simple changes. </p><p>But first, as always, I need to make sure the pattern fits. So, immediately I made my typical adjustments. Only later to discover that they were a bit too much. I started by cutting size 16. I could have used size 14.</p><p>Below are my original adjustments. </p><p>The FBA was spot on. But all of the added width was too much. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivk2uBabWIum3qLBRoORJG_aP02xKF_9l2qpG9jq6ic-NdB6RxHr6uak-8i3yZ_xOaUp147QYTdtK7RwusraIzSQGU33PdDyfGLWDitwp7j-03sRvTdH21OFljah4d9AFEWHa2Rd2DJyxIS8So5h5Lno9tejfDKYjfneksJ5LY1qVASm2o65HXRqT3hg/s2501/20220319_174113.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2501" data-original-width="1697" height="507" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivk2uBabWIum3qLBRoORJG_aP02xKF_9l2qpG9jq6ic-NdB6RxHr6uak-8i3yZ_xOaUp147QYTdtK7RwusraIzSQGU33PdDyfGLWDitwp7j-03sRvTdH21OFljah4d9AFEWHa2Rd2DJyxIS8So5h5Lno9tejfDKYjfneksJ5LY1qVASm2o65HXRqT3hg/w344-h507/20220319_174113.jpg" width="344" /></a></div><br /><p>The swayback adjustment was good too. This time I added the amount removed to the hip area instead of at the hem. Now this area seems to be a better area to add the length back into the garment. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfRb0NQjKTpcuXekC7gSTtQ5sDfP0UpuQtp9XSOGYZMicPkfRcU3C7qcNoZqjhoq8ZsUcnVYMgJenIWajO1Hh5sF96CLpuIH05BGmy40FBCaBM1FZdZZNI7uKqnvAc9BAJ5us3mmQLnozuaZtACr3yDUkUxYPc-FQQi77KSK3Qi6PdBhKbzw6bGLFluw/s1147/20220319_174015%5B1%5D.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1099" data-original-width="1147" height="341" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfRb0NQjKTpcuXekC7gSTtQ5sDfP0UpuQtp9XSOGYZMicPkfRcU3C7qcNoZqjhoq8ZsUcnVYMgJenIWajO1Hh5sF96CLpuIH05BGmy40FBCaBM1FZdZZNI7uKqnvAc9BAJ5us3mmQLnozuaZtACr3yDUkUxYPc-FQQi77KSK3Qi6PdBhKbzw6bGLFluw/w356-h341/20220319_174015%5B1%5D.jpg" width="356" /></a></div><p></p><p>Using size 16 in the shoulder area was okay. But at the very top of the shoulder, an inch or so front and back, was too long. I adjusted it before setting the sleeves. So, there was no need to add in the shoulder blade area. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNhxMyMQev9Yanxci7ODmDXzmMEZ6Nv4xpkbwfzn3K7K8vhe5iMrRYFdd_nRH240yBUEWZcWrjV3YKF_HNGpPBpDj_EJqnaRDGoBqomwldnr2BOAT2yCRi67OFgy90M2wNt5djIkiIU33S_KQdk8BVlNK4SIYHDZfxfNQI_YHBz0Q_taoFw-HkOvtz_Q/s2314/20220319_174015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2314" data-original-width="1454" height="718" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNhxMyMQev9Yanxci7ODmDXzmMEZ6Nv4xpkbwfzn3K7K8vhe5iMrRYFdd_nRH240yBUEWZcWrjV3YKF_HNGpPBpDj_EJqnaRDGoBqomwldnr2BOAT2yCRi67OFgy90M2wNt5djIkiIU33S_KQdk8BVlNK4SIYHDZfxfNQI_YHBz0Q_taoFw-HkOvtz_Q/w451-h718/20220319_174015.jpg" width="451" /></a></div><br /><div>The overall size selection was a little bit off. This has happened with other princess seam dresses like <a href="https://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com/2015/03/spring-fling-with-supreme-neoprene.html" target="_blank">Simplicity S1314</a>. I ended up doing a lot of tweaking to get the best fit in other areas of my body, resulting in huge seam allowances of 1" or more. </div><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSJaG48uBnLIlgSBujA7WM-2ph-HTYyey9OsYE7PaZtDWhFgDWDLWv-9F50dia5ojhDtX8TM2nJG9SqmPjrohkDFjr36N5pExeYlQ_1klZHr2-VXvTsccyZcheyh6zlQvU_tmgOMMNWnuMjr7XT0zdlKVwjNLPs1NFgDDmGB0HTVAU3pa1vGQClg7HvA/s1600/S1314%20Inside%207.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSJaG48uBnLIlgSBujA7WM-2ph-HTYyey9OsYE7PaZtDWhFgDWDLWv-9F50dia5ojhDtX8TM2nJG9SqmPjrohkDFjr36N5pExeYlQ_1klZHr2-VXvTsccyZcheyh6zlQvU_tmgOMMNWnuMjr7XT0zdlKVwjNLPs1NFgDDmGB0HTVAU3pa1vGQClg7HvA/s320/S1314%20Inside%207.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Simplicity 1314</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p>What I like: the front yoke and princess seam.</p><p>Other changes that I made in my dress: I hand-picked the zipper and added beads instead of installing an invisible zipper; I added several inches to the length. The dress is on the short side; I hand-stitched the hems.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxcAi7dQKVDKetgw3EWaykpJR-X9ZsFd79JOoWKMvGJS_LkXnN7a8Pr33SPBtHdKron6rvbdMSyRSE1ZUMunA_T2Qt_dV9sIRh10sVVGpRr4m3PM2ZKPPHWvI1a-xvApeMj53ell4zo57BjaToZk_I09aBiLSO6T4mnK6rkmx2IIm13Y2BkQwzNKDzgg/s4032/20220328_185333.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="1908" height="804" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxcAi7dQKVDKetgw3EWaykpJR-X9ZsFd79JOoWKMvGJS_LkXnN7a8Pr33SPBtHdKron6rvbdMSyRSE1ZUMunA_T2Qt_dV9sIRh10sVVGpRr4m3PM2ZKPPHWvI1a-xvApeMj53ell4zo57BjaToZk_I09aBiLSO6T4mnK6rkmx2IIm13Y2BkQwzNKDzgg/w379-h804/20220328_185333.jpg" width="379" /></a></div><br /><p>Right now, I can consider my dress finished. But I was thinking of adding some more to the dress to make it extra special. I thought of adding petals of silk flowers: one at the side bottom hem area and another at the left shoulder. Or a small panel of lace somewhere. </p><p>This making it extra special feature may not materialize. It something that I was thinking about. </p><p>These are my notes on this pattern. I really like the neckline and hope to incorporate it into another dress or top. We will see. Lol.</p><p>Anyway, I hope this information was useful to other sewists who have similar fit adjustments as I do. </p><p>Happy Sewing!</p><p>C </p>Cennettahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09109335050044632749noreply@blogger.com7