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1940s dress conclusion

Im finally finished. I cant believe these dresses took an entire week.

I even did the crazy 40s shoulder pads.

I finished the belts this morning, what a perfect touch!

I freggin love this pattern. Its going to be my new day dress pattern. I love it, and it worked out fantastically. LOVE it! These will be perfect for my event this coming weekend!

More images of each dress on NVL.
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14 comments:

  1. Camelia CrinolineMay 8, 2010 at 7:35 PM

    They're both great but I especially love the plaid one. It looks amazing with the red buttons and belt buckle.

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  2. AnonymousMay 8, 2010 at 8:43 PM

    Really lovely dresses.

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  3. dotted linesMay 8, 2010 at 9:35 PM

    Wow! I like the orange and blue one, but the one with plaid is just amazing! I think the pattern has gone onto my list. :)

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  4. CinquefoilMay 9, 2010 at 12:58 AM

    You made these TWO dresses in a WEEK! Wow! And I have trouble even getting started. Now I'm embarrassed, but you really are inspiring.

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  5. CeciliMay 9, 2010 at 2:14 AM

    I love your dresses, especially the navy/checks one :) I'm feeling very inspired!

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  6. TillyMay 9, 2010 at 2:42 AM

    These are fantastic! Love the collars and the buttons.

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  7. DebiMay 9, 2010 at 3:02 AM

    Wow! These are amazing! the pattern is fantastic!

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  8. LilyMay 9, 2010 at 6:23 AM

    Stunning! Loooove the belts and the shoulder pads.

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  9. ShelleyjMay 9, 2010 at 2:13 PM

    Thanks everyone! I love the plaid one, as was the master plan from the start of the process.

    I tell ya, this pattern is wonderful. Im looking through my pattern stash now to see what else I can make!

    And Cinquefoil, it normally takes me 10-12 hours to make a dress depending on now I brake up my days. I just had different things going on throughout the week that I couldn't just sit down and knock them out.

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  10. CarolMay 9, 2010 at 9:29 PM

    Both of these are gorgeous. Your fabric combinations are perfect and you found the right buttons and buckles. Very inspiring.

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  11. ZendyMay 10, 2010 at 11:58 AM

    After seeing this on the lounge I needed a double dose. I'll be heading over to etsy to find your repro. I'll also be crossing my fingers to look as good as you when I make it.

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  12. AnonymousMay 12, 2010 at 7:58 AM

    They are both amazing dresses. I wish I worked at your speed!

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  13. TasiaMay 12, 2010 at 1:14 PM

    I love what you've done with the plaid inset panels on the navy dress! Lovely work!

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  14. Chellzapoppin'May 30, 2010 at 9:29 AM

    I loved the black one on you on the QM. Was stunning :)

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