This was my Halloween dress! Isn't the pirate fabric fun? I've had it in my stash since I got back from my last trip to Thailand. I didn't have enough for a full dress, so I made the bodice in black (I think it works better this way anyway). I haven't finished the sleeve openings - I was going to finish them with bias binding, but then I had an idea to make winged cuffs in the pirate fabric. Does anyone else have a geeky way of organising their sewing plans? This collage wasn't even intended for public viewing - this is just my project reference!
I used Simplicity 2491, which I bought after a long search for a plain 50s sundress pattern - you'd be amazed how hard it is to find a super simple, cap-sleeve, full-skirted sundress pattern. It was very easy to work with (helps that it's in my actual size, so I didn't need to adjust the bust/waist ratio. At least in theory - there are one or two adjustments I'll try and make the next time I use it - which I fully intend to). I like that rather than have a fully gathered skirt, the front is pleated and lays flat rather than adding bulk to the tummy area.
That's gorgeous! I think coordinating cuffs would finish the whole look off perfectly.
ReplyDeleteThat outfit was very elegant. I love the simple patterns, they give ample room for different garments.
ReplyDeleteToo cute!! I love how the black bodice really sets off the pirate print. ;)
ReplyDeleteI make collages like that for my own use all the time... I have tons of folders on my computer full of images, fabric scans, odds and ends for any given project. It's quite madly-obsessive! lol.
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I adore it all so much. so extremely talented and beautiful you are!!!
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