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[bunnyb.gal]

I finally got around to downloading a photo of my Christmas 2011 outfit. I made both the dress and the flower clip. The pattern used was the delightful Ceylon from Colette Patterns.

No one can wear green like a redhead - stunning look, Jenniferose7! (Now I'm thinking of that green cotton I've got in my stash... )

 

[Miss Stella]

Beautiful dress, Kamikat!!

Yesterday I finally finished my first "One Hour Dress" using this book:

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It only took me two weeks! lol Has anyone used this method? I made it up in muslin just to try it out. Here is the result.

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I think it has potential, although this first attempt probably will be worn at most as a house dress (the white muslin is a little flimsy & see through!) I have a nice print cotton I want to try it in now that I know it will work.

How about a full slip underneath? Like a simple shell-style in white or cream?
You did a wonderful job on it!

 

[FAYEZY123]

Wow, it's been ages since I last posted anything here! I was so inspired looking at all the lovely things that everyone has been making, soooo I made a dress. I used a 1960's pattern, couldn't tell you which one as I am too lazy to go and find the packet! I used a light weight wooly material. Please excuse the thermal tights draped over the radiator, it's been snowing here! (Newcastle, UK)

 

[Tenuki]

As always, wonderful sewing projects, everyone! I finally put in some vintage sewing time and finished a trio of Folkwear patterns. My second Rosie the Riveter Camp Shirt (the first was an interfacing-free test, which now is worn in the comfort of my home): fw240rosie_2347 by Tenuki Handcrafts, on FlickrThe I'm not sure if it's vintage, English Smock, with my first attempt at smocking: fw221englishsmock_2341 by Tenuki Handcrafts, on FlickrAnd, finally, the Intimacies slip: fw219intimacies_2345 by Tenuki Handcrafts, on Flickr

 

[Caroline H]

Thanks Miss Stella! I was thinking about trying that. I have a very simple underdress that is the wrong color but I think the shape might work so maybe I'll lay it out on some more of that muslin and try to copy it.

 

[BoPeep]

CarolineH - I think you're right - great potential on such a classic, easy to wear shape. And after you've make 37 of them, it may actually be the one hour dress! lol

 

[BoPeep]

While this apron will not win awards for complexity, it scores high in the Make Do and Mend category. It's a re-purposed tablecloth.

More on my blog http://willowhomestead.blogspot.com/2012/02/apron-challenge-february.html

 

[Highball Emy]

Originally Posted by Caroline H View Post
Beautiful dress, Kamikat!!

Yesterday I finally finished my first "One Hour Dress" using this book:


It only took me two weeks! Has anyone used this method? I made it up in muslin just to try it out. Here is the result.

I think it has potential, although this first attempt probably will be worn at most as a house dress (the white muslin is a little flimsy & see through!) I have a nice print cotton I want to try it in now that I know it will work.

Hey wow! I just bought this book but am feeling too poor for material at the moment. I hope mine turns out as well as yours! Was it easy? I am not the best of sewers!

Love,

Emy
xxx

 

[Caroline H]

CarolineH - I think you're right - great potential on such a classic, easy to wear shape. And after you've make 37 of them, it may actually be the one hour dress! lol

:rofl:
If I make that many I'm sure it will be! According to the book the record at the time was 34 minutes!

Emy, actually it wasn't too hard. I just followed the basic instructions except for the skirt. I wasn't sure exactly how that was supposed to work so I looked at the variations she suggested at the back and decided on the plaits instead. Then I sewed the skirt sections to the bodice before I did the side seams and just made one long seam from sleeve bottom to skirt bottom on each side.

BoPeep, I love your apron, especially since it is re-purposed material!

 

[Miss Stella]

I so love slips!
Was it hard to make, the fabric being slippery?

Wonderful job on the smocking

 

[Tenuki]

Thanks Miss Stella. To be honest, I was worried about the slipperiness and had quite a bit of fuss when I was doing the layout and cutting. The sewing of the slip was a breeze. I meant to include the link to my blog, where I did a brief review of each pattern http://tenukihandcrafts.blogspot.com/2012/02/trio-of-folkwear-pattern-projects.html

 

[Caroline H]

I've always been afraid of sewing "slippery" fabrics too, but your slip looks great!

 

[Highball Emy]

Emy, actually it wasn't too hard. I just followed the basic instructions except for the skirt. I wasn't sure exactly how that was supposed to work so I looked at the variations she suggested at the back and decided on the plaits instead. Then I sewed the skirt sections to the bodice before I did the side seams and just made one long seam from sleeve bottom to skirt bottom on each side.

I know what you mean, her way of sewing the skirt and top together seems to be a bit weird... maybe I'll stretch to some fabric next month and give it a go!

 

[SheBear74]

After doing a bunch of work for the high school marching band, dance line and then some stuff for the condo, I finally made up something for me I wish the picture showed the detail better but it's a ruffled wrap dress.

 

[SheBear74]

On a bit of a sewing kick. I made a couple skirts this morning.

 

[kamikat]

I really like the second skirt! Did you make the top, too?

 

[SheBear74]

Thanks! No I didn't make that top it was a thrift store find.

 

[Lorelai99]

On a bit of a sewing kick. I made a couple skirts this morning.

I really like both your skirts! Especially the second one!What kind of material is it made out of?

Also I like your fluffy cat!! It does seem to be a trend around here to have cute animals in the background!!

 

[Kitty_Sheridan]

Great work Shebear and it's nice to see some summery clothing, warmed me up a little here in the freezing British winter!

 

[SheBear74]

Thanks! I think the second skirts is some sort of wool blend.

Kitty, winters in Florida are just beautiful! Makes going through hurricane season worth it!