Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Pink & Red Roses


I am horribly behind on posting new projects.  Although you would not know it by looking at this blog, I have been very productive in the sewing room for the last couple of months.


This dress was actually finished back in May, which is also when these photos were taken.  I guess you could say I am having a lot more fun sewing than going through photos.


This is my second version of Vogue 1043.  I love that dress!  So much so, in fact, that I decided to take another stab at the pattern.


Just for fun, I decided to use a drapey rayon from Gertie’s recent fabric collection.  I knew the skirt would look great, but I was not sure how the bodice would work without a fair amount of structure.  The neckline openings are faced . . . but would it be enough?


The answer is yes, and no.  The design definitely lends itself to a textile with more stability than a lightweight rayon.  However, I think this works.


I did have to add a snap to keep the surplice front from pulling open.  This is not an issue on the cotton version of the dress, so I am blaming this entirely on my fabric choice.


The pointed neckline also wants to flop forward.  I cannot help but think that a pair of collar stays might solve the problem.  But am I going to stitch in a channel for a stay?  Probably not.  This is not a tailored garment by any stretch of the imagination, and I am not that concerned with the problem.


And the dress is incredibly comfortable, so that is something!


I really do love the print.  I love it so much that I purchased the blue colorway and may have already made something with it.


And just like my other version of this particular Vintage Vogue pattern, this dress has already been worn a number of times.  So I am going to call this a success!

Dress:  Made by me, Vogue 1043
Jacket:  Made by me, “Spearmint” by Lolita Patterns
Shoes:  Remix “Babydoll

7 comments:

  1. Such a beautiful outcome! I love the look of this pattern and that fabric is gorgeous. xo

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  2. Beautiful dress and I love your hair!

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  3. Cap sleeves and a billowy hemline, bookending an hour-glass waist - Ming had more mercy in him!




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  4. That fabric looks comfortable enough for loungewear but pretty enough for day and evening wear. I love the colors.

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  5. I love this dress. The fit is just fantastic particularly the drape of the skirt, lovely at the back too. Definite success.

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  6. Gorgeous dress, you look stunning in it and the fabric is lovely.

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