I even had some fun imagining that conversation.
I know the print is a bit weird, but I somehow love it. The navy and red combination is great and the graphic flowers are nicely abstract. The fabric is a blend - 32% silk and 68% cotton. Very soft and it has a bit of a silk sheen.
The same pattern as the psycho wave blouse, just lengthen it a bit.
I did better work on the collar this time (I cut it after I've sewn the bodice. As most of the time expected with me I had to lengthen the collar pieces, since the neckline has gotten longer...).
I used flat felled seams again, topstitching with a red thread.
I can only recommend this pattern - it is easy and quick. I made the dress in like 3 days/3 hours sessions. It is still comfortable and not too tight, but in the same time give the impression of a well fitted garment.
The next photo is funny - I stand so stiff with an empty stance and the dress has a slight retro feel, the result being a bit messy Stepford wife...
I have a new strategy. When I am watching a movie I just use the time to trace and cut out patterns. Then I store them for better times...
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I love your strategy! I'm horrible- I never trace patterns. I really should start doing that. While I'm watching TV with the hubby I'm usually cutting out fabric or hand-sewing (or knitting). My coffee table is almost big enough for cutting most things.
i like your blog- you are very talented :) can't wait to see more from you!
-erdronen (from Burdastyle)
Did he see it? Did he say it?
It really does look a bit - not really wallpaperish, actually, it reminds me more of posters.
Hm, I haven't talked with him about it, so I cannot say what he will say.
But the print is really a matter of taste.
For my part I love it and it feels indeed a bit weird to wear it. It is just so much of it...
I think I sort of like the print on itself, but I totally couldn't wear it...
Oh I can understand that absolutely. I am chuckling the whole time when I wear it and people are kind of surprised by it. So it is fun...
You are the right colour type for it; I'm not. I would be overshadowed by the print. Which is not what we want when making clothes for ourselves, right? ;-)
All I kind say about your clothes is "Wow!" Your designs are beautiful and I love the fabrics you used, they are retro and classy at the same time. Love your blog!
Hi,
The dress is great, I love it. 3 days and 3 hours? Faster impossible.
Congratulations!!!
Ana
i think it's FAB. it's not wallpapery at all, it's mod!
and i may be way behind the times here-- but i love your new blog header:)
That coat is really cute!!! I love big graphic prints.
No way is this like wallpaper!It looks very retro indeed and you can pull anything off!
Merry Christmas Geri.
Geri .- happy Christmas to you and yours and my best wishes for the new year.
Hugs, Paco
I love your creations, the vintage look, the color, everything. I'm crazy about the early 70's fashion and your blog is a plesaure to read, I will come back often!
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