And I made this:
This dress is from the same pattern as the brown dress. The only change I made was reducing the flare of the skirt.
I pinned the brown dress so that the skirt would hang straight at the sides instead of A-line and transferred the modification to the pattern pieces. It turned out to be 3" both front and back. I blended the new side seam with the original at the hip.This blue fabric is also the Double Knit Stretch from Nancy's Notions, in color Heather Blue. I don't know why they called it that because when it arrived, it was definitely navy. It still is. (In my pictures it looks slightly heathered but it really isn't - must be the fuzzy surface.) This is some seriously wonderful fabric. I can't even find the right words to do it justice but let me just say I wish I could live in it 24/7.
The right and wrong sides are just barely different. After the dress was cut and marked, I decided I like the other side better. Good thing I use chalk that brushes out.
The neck band on this one lies better at the side of my neck. I learned from sewing the brown dress that I need to keep it flat in the back and stretch it across the shoulder seams. I think it could be better still so I'm going to shorten the band by 1/4" next time. Yes, there will be a next time. Once I spend time fitting a pattern, I want to use it over and over, similarly to what Carolyn does. She is such an inspiration, by the way, so if you haven't visited her blog, please do now. She makes beautiful, classy clothes with a twist.
My husband did the photo job again. I really appreciate it because it helps me share my passion for sewing with him. (I don't know if he appreciates it; sometimes he grumbles.)
So now I have this great new dress and nowhere to wear it. At least not now because it's snowed all day. Snowed!!! But not much of it stayed because the temperature hovered right around 33-34F. It's supposed to go down into the lower 20's overnight so maybe we'll get some more. It would be nice to look at but I've never driven in snow. I really ought to learn soon.
Here's hoping spring comes soon!
18 comments:
Hi Alexandra, I left a comment on SG site but thought I'd leave one here too. The dress looks great and fits you really well. How nice that the fabric is comfy too! I linked a site to Sarah Veblen's site (on SG)for information on applying a neck band. Her method is well worth trying and it works every time :) I'll keep a watch for a smaller belt:)
You look stunning in your new dress, Alexandra! The fit is perfect and the color suits you so well!
I love the color of this version! How many more of those Nancy's Notions knits did you buy?! And did you ever think of embellishing the neckline? That would make it different from the others!
Thanks for the kind words. They are so appreciated!
Very nice dress! you look fantastic!
Nugget says, "Hey, that's Miss Alex! Momma, doesn't she look pretty in that dress?"
"Yes, she does. Did you know she sewed that dress, Sweetie?"
"Momma, can you sew me a dress, too?"
Yes, we both agree that dress is gorgeous and looks great on you! I like that the color of the fabric has depth and it's not just a solid color. I really need to learn to sew and move beyond straight lines (name tapes and stripes). I'll learn to sew on a small-scale first (for Nugget) and will have to find a good, robust machine (I've broken two).
That weather was crazy, wasn't it? For some reason it didn't snow as much in our part of town and I had to convince Nugget that there wasn't enough snow to go sledding. Just in case it snows again and I see you behind the wheel of that huge sedan -- I'll give you a wide berth ;)
Alexandra .- another wonderful little dress. Congratulations. It is a model easy to carry in Barcelona where we always have good weather. I hope you can look soon. . A big hug. Paco
Pretty dress! You look very pleased, as you should be. Oh, and I'd kill for your great legs. LOL!
Lovely dress. I like the style and look. I am anxiously waiting for spring myself.
Beautiful dress, Alexandra! And I love how you wear it with a belt and scarf
Just stopping by to say that you have a nice blog! I'll be stopping by again.
Bev (BjP)
Thank you all very much for your wonderful comments. They are truly appreciated.
Ann, thank you for the link to Sarah Veblen's video - it's very helpful.
Carolyn, I'll do embroidery on the next one. It will be an interesting experience, I'm sure.
Dina, I'll help you with sewing. And exactly how did you break two machines?
Paco, Barcelona is definitely on my list.
Debbie, I'd kill for your wardrobe.
Bev, welcome. Thank you for stopping by.
Thanks for stopping by my new blog. Your dress looks great. Debbie's right, you do have great legs. I can only dream.
Beautiful dress, like the blue with brown. Hope you will soon have weather to wear it.
Thanks for visiting me blog. I wanted to let you know that you could find more pics of that orange suit at the Saks 5th Ave. website. This dress really shows off your nice figure. And it looks super comfy. I will have to check out that fabric. :)
Charity
I like this dress a lot! Very timeless. And thanks for all your helpful comments on the PR thread I started about visiting blogs again and again. Very helpful! I'm adding you to my blogroll.
Alex, what can I say. This dress is gorgeous and all these comments - I told you you were good!!! Darren's being quite the photographer also.
Parabens o seu vestido ficou lindo!!!
Tenha uma semana cheinha de PAZ beijinhos Sandra Allima.
I love it ! Very creative ! That's actually really cool Thanks.
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