Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Sage Velvet


And here is my finished dress! 


Now that this one is out of the work-in-progress pile, I can get started on more seasonal sewing.


Somehow the Winter sewing projects always take longer . . . maybe because the light disappears so early in the day.


Speaking of which, who else is incredibly excited about the time change?  


My creative motivation has finally returned, and I am quite sure it has a whole lot to do with the fact that it is no longer dark when I get home from work.


The weather cooperated with me on the day these pictures were taken and was brisk enough to wear a velvet frock, and even pull out a coat that does not see much wear.


Velvet garments with sleeves have a habit of getting twisted around inside outwear, in my experience.  This coat does not get a whole lot of use, but with oversized sleeves, it was a good choice.


And now I am definitely putting the velvet away for a few months.  Spring has arrived, and I am definitely in the mood for something different!


I could use another lightweight coat . . . but then there is so much printed cotton that is screaming to be made into dresses . . . so many choices, and so many projects to choose from!



Dress & Belt:  Made by me, Sew Over It “Tea Dress
Coat:  Made by me, McCalls 5480
Shoes:  ReMix ShoesBabydoll
Earrings:  Shadows  

13 comments:

  1. both beautifully made, they look fabulous on you. v inspired to try the coat myself!

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  2. Both the dress and the color are beautiful on you. And, of course, you just happen to have a fabulous coat to toss on over it! You never cease to amaze.

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  3. The pattern looks so different in velvet that I didn't recognise it at first. Stunning!

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  4. Lovely dress lovely coat, Lovely you.

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  5. It is a beautiful dress and you will love having it when fall arrives!

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  6. It drapes and swirls beautifully.

    Will there be warm weather frocks cut on the bias?

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  7. Beautiful as usual, Laura Mae. Yes, the longer days DO make a difference

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  8. Very beautiful! I love the way the gathers look and the color is glorious. Let's hear it for longer days!

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  9. Love your dress! And the coat is perfect to go with it.

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  10. The dress is gorgeous and it fits you beautifully. I love that soft green color.

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  12. Another fabulous looking project! Love the pattern making.

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