I'm quite pleased with it but there are things I could have done better so I will be making another one once I have tried it on her. I'm a bit worried the armholes are going to be too big though and as the pattern is already cut to size I may have to see if I can get another one for the same dress.
I have learned plenty from making this......one thing being....as good and useful as pattern weights are...this kind of fabric either needs the pattern pinning to it or to use a rotary cutter.
The starch didn't add much stability to the fabric but I will still do it again with this type.
If I'm not happy with something I will unpick it. I wouldn't have done at one time but if I want a decent end result then I must.....and when unpicking to wear my close work glasses...lol.
I don't know yet what my next project will be. Either something from the UFO box or something for Marlowe to wear.
For now I am off to have my cuppa soup and a read of the papers before I do anything else.
Have a lovely day.
Sheila-x-
I think you have made a fantastic job and like you, I have learned the value of a seam ripper. It would also look good with a long sleeved t and leggings. The armholes do look wide Sheila, but my daughter always hated anything tight so would have been delighted. The fabric looks very comfy to wear-no doubt Ruby will give the necessary feedback if it’s not.
ReplyDeleteAww thanks Catriona...you're very kind.
DeleteRuby doesn't like things tight so fingers crossed the armholes will be OK.
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That's lovely, Sheila! I love a floral print on a black background and I imagine Ruby will be thrilled to bits with it. xxx
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a very simple dress Vix but it had six pieces to make the body of the dress, a zip and neck and armhole facings so rather ambitious for me.....lol.
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Great job on the dress and a bonus that making it has taught you a few things too xx
ReplyDeleteThank you Chris.
DeleteI always like to learn something new when I make something and boy did this dress help with that.
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Fingers crossed it fits, beautiful fabric.
ReplyDeleteThank you MM.
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Lucky little girl! x
ReplyDeleteIt’s GORGEOUS!
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty fabric , Wish i could get my head into sewing but i get fed up with dropping everything , I give up lol xxx
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