Vera has a lovely new dress. It's made from Vogue 9668. I've mixed two views, using the top from B and the skirt from C. I originally wanted to do B, the halter style with the fuller skirt, but the fabric has a strong border and it couldn't be cut diagonally without looking silly. Then I tried to do a gathered dirndl skirt but it just looked silly. So I did the straight skirt.It looks a little like an apron in this picture as Vera is not the same shape as me. I have bigger hips and my boob area seems to be shaped differently. On me it actually looks a little 50's bombshell as it is rather ... fitted.
It's completely lined and I used a method for the skirt that means there is no hem - I guess it's a bagged lining for a dress. First time I've done it and it seems to work very well. I am planning a little bolero/jacket thing to wear as halterneck dresses are great outdoors, but a little cool in airconditioning.
I have made other things recently, but they've all been crappy so I am not bothering with showing them to anyone. I should have more sewing complete this coming weekend ... at least that's the plan ...
7 comments:
Hey,I have this pattern, and was wondering how the halter neck version would look in real life. I love the use of the border print in this version. I don't think Vera does it justice!
this is beautiful and nice photo too, I love the combo of prints you used, very fall/spring
I came to visit, since you so kindly visited me.
You sew very well. I used to sew a long time ago. Seeing your stuff makes me want to try it again!
Carole,
Thanks so much for visiting my blog.
I really like how you incorporated the design of the fabric into the design of your dress. I'll be back!
C
is there anything you can't do?
where DO you find the time?
are you on speed? if so, send me some.
now.
very nice dress. I'm really liking it!
laura
I also have this pattern, but have not made it up yet. I like how you used the borders, very nicely done :)
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