Hi all.
I got the fabric for the skirt from a 'by the pound' fabric place. The drape is killer and it will make a great dance skirt. I even added a bit of flair and did the inside hem with red lace. Its clean, and practical. I think I'll get a lot of milage out of the skirt.
As for the blouse, this I made a long time ago from that Simplicity repro. Well, I don't know if I'd call it a repro pattern as much as it is a retro (re-drafted) pattern. It was an early attempt at sewing, and I didn't adjust it as I should have. I also whipped up a button back, but I digress.
Here are the before and after pictures of the alteration. I brought up the shoulders about an inch and a half and the fit is tons better. I also cut down the front yoke, and now the blouse hangs better too.
My freelance gig has been taking a lot of my time. Work is work, so that take's priority. But I do have some finished projects coming up, so don't worry!
Have a great day everyone!
It's a great outfit ~ I particularly like the colour of the blouse :-)
ReplyDeleteAwesome! I love to "hide" racy lace inside my garments too. It reminds me of Mammy's red satin petticoat! lol
ReplyDeleteIt tuned out wonderfully! I need to try putting lace on the inside of my skirts. :]
ReplyDeleteGreat outfit! Love the lace hem idea - will definitely be trying that out.
ReplyDeleteGirl, that outfit is smoking! If you wear it dancing, the boys won't leave you alone long enough to take a break! The shirt looks a lot better and I love the skirt.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful color combo! I also like to hem with lace. It lays so nicely.
ReplyDeleteAre your virtual ears ringing my dear miss Shelley?! The lovely Ms. Gail Carriger, author of the Parasol Protectorate series mentioned your blog in a recent post - http://retrorack.blogspot.com/2011/07/plus-size-vintage.html - I squee'd out loud for you :)
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