tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90902183551863885502024-03-19T03:12:31.681-07:00The Traveling SeamstressMy Journey Through Sewing...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-69568694794518315882014-05-20T18:39:00.000-07:002014-05-20T18:39:15.351-07:00My First Tutu!Well, look at me. Two posts in 3 days. What?!<br />
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About 6 weeks ago, I was asked to make a tutu for the company associated with my daughter's ballet school. True to my personality, I of course jumped at the opportunity and completely ignoring that I, in fact, have never. made. a tutu...ever.<br />
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Let me tell you, there is very, very little information about tutu-making out there. It's like this secret that nobody wants to share. The one resource I have came with the tutu-making supplies I ordered and it has almost no pictures! There is one diagram about drafting a basque (the waist structure of the tutu), and that's the one thing I actually could have winged because it's similar to drafting a yolk on a skirt.<br />
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So what is a motivated girl who loves ballet and a good challenge to do? Fake it 'till you make it. Here goes...<br />
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Here is my first muslin that I fitted on the dancer before cutting out the regular material. It was pretty close, but I'm so glad I made the muslin. Tutu bodices are so specific and must fit the dancer perfectly. For professional dancers, everything is custom--tutu to pointe shoes. Yes. Custom pointe shoes. <br />
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The bodice is made of Bengaline, a cotton/rayon blend material that is very strong. It is then lined with Cotton Coutil, another strong material. In the bodice directions, I was instructed to underline the Bengaline--in other words, the inside of the tutu should not have covered seams. This allows for easier alterations, if needed later on.<br />
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And, voila. Part one completed. I will be posting more frequently as this project progresses!<br />
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And here is a fascinating video on pointe shoes, as referenced above. You don't need to be a dancer to appreciate this.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-46517482099744215972014-05-18T15:55:00.001-07:002014-05-18T15:55:46.721-07:00Vintage Simplicity 5733The last time I visited my grandmother, she gave me this vintage pattern from what was left of her stash, and I'm pretty sure she used it to make a couple of dresses for my mother and aunt when they were little. I fell in love with the drop waist and the button-down back, so I decided to use the pattern for new Easter dresses.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-42421108014124134482013-10-09T19:14:00.001-07:002013-10-09T19:17:10.570-07:00Round #4, LBDSo, the fourth challenge was one of my favorites so far. A little black dress? It's something I could use forever. I had bought this beautiful herringbone wool/cashmere blend and I was just dying to use it. This seemed like the perfect opportunity.<br />
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I used this boring ol' pattern:<br />
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And made this!<br />
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I shortened the length by 4 inches because I wanted a mod-style dress. And of course with stockings, you can get away with a shorter hemline.<br />
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This is my favorite element of the dress. I added a keyhole back and overlapped the top to include a button closure.<br />
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I found these vintage buttons in a hole-in-the-wall fabric store right across the Tappan Zee Bridge a couple of years ago. <br />
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Can we just bask in the beauty of vintage buttons...made in Italy? It feels rich, doesn't it?<br />
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Here are the dresses made by the other lovely ladies in the competition:<br />
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http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2013/10/fourth-challenge-little-black-dress.html <br />
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I'll find out tomorrow if I made round 5!!!! Here is the fifth challenge:<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-80718472719968142752013-09-30T14:35:00.001-07:002013-09-30T14:36:51.579-07:00Challenges #2, #3, and #4!!Time to play a little catch up! The first group of pictures are from the 2nd challenge, the Salme dress. I fell in love with this cotton fabric when I first saw it and thought this was the perfect opportunity to use it.<br />
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The great thing about this pretty netting, was that it didn't have to be finished and I thing it gives it a more whimsical, romantic feel. Don't you?<br />
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I also fully lined the dress, which was not called for in the pattern.<br />
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So on to challenge #3!!! When we all first started this Fabricista Competition, we were sent a box of 3 completely different textiles. And then came thisHere were the rules:<br />
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different. Try to incorporate the three fabrics in some way. You can use
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And what is challenge #4, you ask??? Here it is! My favorite so far...<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-13781062044626000602013-09-21T03:31:00.001-07:002013-09-21T03:41:58.619-07:00Challenge #2 Guidelines<br />
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I moved on to the second round of the Fashion Fabricista Challenge! Here are the deets for challenge #2:<br />
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We are to use this Salme dress pattern and make it represent our personality, taste, aesthetic, etc. We can alter the pattern in order to do this, too.<br />
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My Saturday night is lookin' wild with Salme. Who needs to go the bar anyway? Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-18088020119547217922013-09-17T16:09:00.002-07:002013-09-17T16:09:42.616-07:00Vote for Me...please?Hey, everyone! Here is the Fabric Mart <a href="http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2013/09/first-challenge-recycled-challenge.html" target="_blank">blog post</a> highlighting the sewing competition in which I am participating! I would be oh so very grateful if you would vote for me! These ladies are so incredibly talented!<br />
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Ten lovely ladies were chosen for this cool sewing competition and I'm so excited to be participating. Here is the link: <a href="http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2013/09/fashion-challenge-contestants-announced.html" target="_blank">Fabricista Fashion Challenge</a><br />
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Our first challenge is to make a garment out of something you would either throw away or recycle. I spent a couple of days thinking about what the HECK I'm going to do, but a light bulb went off this morning and I'm excited about my idea.<br />
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I first started sewing in my high school fashion class and ever since
then, sewing has had a special place in my heart. I took an eight-year
hiatus from sewing when I went away to college and then was in the Air
Force and stationed in Germany.<br />
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When I was pregnant
with my second child, I rediscovered my passion and started all over
again. I remembered little things here and there from high school, but I
buried myself in sewing books, and Google'd and YouTube'd my little
heart out to reinforce the basics and refresh my memory.<br />
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then I decided to apply to fashion school. What I learned there was
that I definitely appreciated design and trends, but it reinforced my
ultimate love of construction. I thrived in my patternmaking class as
well. That's the stuff that makes sense to me.<br />
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I've
rolled around many ideas in my head and considered starting a children's
clothing line. And I have finally taken the first step. Enter: Good
Behavior.<br />
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My dear coworker, Lauren, was having tea with
me one evening and during conversation I uttered something about 'good
behavior.' She said, "Nicole...that is a great name for a childrenswear
label."<br />
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So, now here we are. I've taken the first steps, and I'd like to share my first WIP with you.<br />
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I am proud to say that this each piece thereafter will be 100% me-made from draft to dress! This is what I am very proud of. I made a couple different sized slopers (3/4, 5/6, & 7/8) to start off with. The clothing will mostly stay in this size range for sanity's sake.<br />
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I ordered a whole role of pattern paper which I just keep in the corner. One of my best investments that was long overdue. <br />
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These are the two books I refer to the most. The top is purely for children's clothes and has great tips.<br />
This book below is the drafting bible. This was one of my school text books and one of the most comprehensive patternmaking books I have ever seen. I believe it runs about $90-$100, but it is sooooo worth it and I would recommend it to anyone interested in patternmaking. <br />
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And here is the near-finished product! This dress is make out of Dupioni silk and is completely lined with Kona cotton. <br />
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The silk has this beautiful texture to it as well. <br />
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<br />I have to hem it and put in the zipper and I have already started on my next project! It's a sweet little wool cape.<br />
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Thanks for all of your kind words and sewing support! I truly think the sewing community is like no other. Don't you?<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-54668961633416430922013-08-16T05:29:00.001-07:002013-08-16T05:29:30.237-07:00Simplicity 1803I made this dress for my last CHRISTMAS PARTY and I'm just now blogging about it. I bought this pattern right when it came out and decided to make it out of green silk. I bought some beautiful dupioni and then decided to wash it and see what happened...It came out very soft and of course, a completely different sheen, but I like that it is a bit muted. This is my only action shot from the party. I wore a little black patent leather belt and a black slip underneath. The dress came out very short, but the slip looked really great peeking out from the hem.<br />
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One of the most challenging parts of the dress construction was getting the top bodice piece to lay juuust right. I had to keep pinning and repinning. It still gaped a little, but I was happy with the result nonetheless.<br />
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You can see the change in sheen and texture from washing the silk in these pictures.<br />
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I used a regular zipper instead of an invisible one to add strength. I definitely felt more secure because the bodice was quite tight.<br />
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I decided to make the inside as pretty and fun as the outside so I found some gold bias tape for the armholes and hem. I love how it turned out!<br />
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The bodice just had facings, so I lined it was well.<br />
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This pattern was really quite flattering and I loved how it turned out. I'm looking forward to breaking out the dress again sometime this winter!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-53315560210131142162013-07-18T15:00:00.001-07:002013-07-18T15:00:30.595-07:00Action Shots <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As promised, here are some shots of my Simplicity dress. It's a little wrinkled from the work day, but you get the idea. Cool and comfortable in our 90 degree humid heat! Yes, people. Connecticut gets hot in the summer!<br />
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(My middle girl, whining about something...what a face.)<br />
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(My youngest took this one.)<br />
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(Another headless shot by my little one. At least the dress is in the picture this time!)<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-83826968326263068112013-07-14T10:43:00.002-07:002013-07-14T10:43:38.670-07:00Simplicity 2176This is the first project I've completed for myself since December...it's about time. I finished Simplicity 2176. I love a good action shot just like everyone else, so I'm sorry for my dress form model, but I'm planning on wearing this dress to work tomorrow and I'll get my coworker to snap a few for me:<br />
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I chose the version with the cute bodice flap and lined the whole dress. I made a size 8.<br />
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The straps were very difficult to place, but I ended up setting them much wider than the pattern indicated. I think it's much more flattering on a woman with wide-set straps. I also chose to use a button to hold each strap. There is nothing worse than putting so much effort into placing the straps, sewing up the dress, and then having the straps buckle in weird place because the placement isn't PERFECT. The button allows the strap to move and turn into the perfect position.<br />
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I was only going to line the bodice, but I used a very lightweight chambray and the skirt needed more body. So the skirt lining is a 45/55 cotton/linen blend. <br />
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Originally I had the hem band sewn to the skirt, but ended up taking it off because I felt the dress was too long. I hemmed the lining 2 inches and the skirt 1 inch, and used pink hem lace.<br />
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You can see my hand sewing stitches here...<br />
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And I used a metal zipper. I like the look of it and it feels sturdier. WAAAY easier to put in rather than an invisible zip, too.<br />
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Like I said, action shots to come. I'll leave you with a perfect Saturday afternoon activity that my girls enjoyed yesterday. Shots of the planted flowers to come as well:)....<br />
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Hope you had a great weekend!<br /><br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-5912855451525041152013-07-07T18:05:00.001-07:002013-07-07T18:08:06.264-07:00Wedding Dress Part 2Yes, it has been a while, but I would love to post an update on my first completed wedding dress. Caitlin (the beautiful bride) completely spoiled me with her calm demeanor and was heaven to sew for. She basically just gave me the reigns and I didn't look back. Here are some more shots of the dress with fine detail:<br />
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I added this original button for the bustle in the back. The overlay was all salvageable, thank goodness. It save me many hours. (The total project totaled 24 hours of work)<br />
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This is the extension I added to the built-in slip. I originally took out the slip because it was too small. Caitlin bought several slips, but nothing was even close to the opaqueness of the original, so I put it right back in and added about an 1" strip on both sides of some handkerchief cotton I had used for the interlining of the new bodice. <br />
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(My sweet tag. I got it on Etsy.)<br />
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I added bra strap holders to both shoulders. I would recommend this detail for any formal dress. There is nothing worse than a bra strap slipping off the shoulder, and it gives the dress a more "couture" feel, don't you think? I found these in the Garment district for $2, if I'm not mistaken.<br />
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Ta-da!! The beautiful bride. I would post more pictures of her, but I can't seem to save photos off the pesky password-protected photographer website ;)<br />
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Thanks to everyone for the patience on my update. I'm sure we all have blog lapses, when life just seems to get the better part of your time. Thanks to all my followers who have checked in with me, and I hope you enjoyed these 2 posts as much as I enjoyed the experience of making my first wedding dress!<br />
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Here are a couple photos of my current WIP. It's Simplicity 2176 and I'm using a taupe chambray. Very summery and it's looking great so far.<br />
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(Ugh..my messy sewing corner. Pay no attention...)<br />
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And what's summer without a picture of my sassy little girls??? Beach Day!!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-28074693583084928822013-01-12T07:32:00.001-08:002013-01-12T07:35:46.136-08:00Wedding Dress Part 1A couple months ago, one of my mother's friends offered me some leftover fabric samples that she had snagged from an upholstery shop that was going out of business. I stopped by Callie's house to pick them up and she asked me if would be interested in altering her wedding dress for her daughter, Caitlin. Caitlin was set on wearing her mother's wedding dress, but they have very different body types and was looking for some suggestions. Of course I jumped at the chance and asked to take a look.<br />
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Caitlin tried on the dress, and unable to zip it, we decided to make a new bodice that would fit better. The goal was to try to use as many elements and materials from her mother's dress as we could. Here is Callie's wedding photo. She wore a lace jacket with crinkled chiffon bell sleeves for the ceremony. So beautiful...<br />
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And here is a picture of the actual dress that I would be working on for Caitlin...<br />
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Here you can see that the dress would only zip up to a certain point. Caitlin decided that she loved a deep V neck and would love to use the lace from Callie's jacket and somehow incorporate it into the dress. Here are a few shots of the muslin dress I made for Caitlin's fitting.<br />
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This took several fittings and when I got just the right fit I marked the muslin at all the seams and simply used them as the new pattern pieces.<br />
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Since I had to make a new bodice, I knew that one challenge would be matching the new fabric to the vintage dress. I'm lucky enough to be a 40min train ride from the Garment District, so I took a trip to NYC. I decided to use silk charmeuse and was able to get a very close match by using the "wrong" (not shiny) side.<br />
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It was a tight fit to use the same skirt, but some kind of sewing angel must have been helping me because the old skirt juuuuuust fit and I was able to keep the original chiffon overlay and bustle. <br />
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Here some shots of the final dress...<br />
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I used the bottom edge of the lace jacket for the waist and kept the original buttons on. The jacket originally buttoned up the back. There is an invisible zipper underneath.<br />
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Caitlin came this morning for her fitting and loved how many elements of her mom's dress are in her new one. She, her mom, and I all got teary, exchanged hugs and knew that it was the perfect combination of old and new. Her wedding is in two weeks, so I will be sure to get some wedding shots and post them in a follow-up post.<br />
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This has truly been one of the most emotional and rewarding challenges I have ever come across in sewing. What a satisfying endeavor!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-15827101918116272772012-09-19T19:05:00.000-07:002012-09-19T19:16:35.255-07:00"City Confection"<br />
So, I have been going to the Art Institute for Fashion Design for the past year and have been getting into the nitty gritty of sewing these past 6 months. I've been through two Clothing Construction classes, Textile and Fabrication Analysis, and Trend Forecasting. My favorite class, though, has been Patternmaking. I once heard a professor say that patternmaking is the "make or break" moment for a Fashion Design student. And I can definitely agree. Luckily, I fell IN LOVE with this class and it led me to search for a patternmaking internship.<br />
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Anyway, blah, blah, blah. Let's get to my final project!!!<br />
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Eeeeee!!! I am so proud of it, can you tell?? I decided to do two pieces, so the top is a peplum sleeveless blouse with a Peter Pan collar and the bottom is a simple pencil skirt.<br />
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The top has a separating zipper and the pencil skirt has an invisible zipper.<br />
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The top was a little big on the form, and if time had allowed I would have taken it in, but that was my last priority.<br />
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The top has an all-in-one facing with a Hong Kong finish, and I lined the peplum with a beautiful cream-colored lining. Can you tell that my inspiration was a cupcake?? I named the garment "City Confection."<br />
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Don't pay attention to the fact that my kick pleat overlaps the opposite way of the "correct" way. Just pay attention to the fact that I did a lined vent!!! This process was not without tears, and I actually had to RE-DO it twice! But let me tell you, if it had not been for the most amazing tutorial on YouTube, I would have been up s*%# creek without a paddle. People, I have to share it with it you, not only because it is amazing, but because the guy in the video has a cute little accent as well;)<br />
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I literally have gotten 8 hours of sleep combined over the last 3 days, so needless to say, I'm due for a big ol' nap. All for now!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-1889638262462715852012-09-14T07:04:00.000-07:002013-08-20T11:45:38.980-07:00Simplicity 1755Well, the kids are in school, I'm finally feeling settled and now it's time to talk about my latest project. It is one of the newest Simplicity patterns, 1775. I fell in love with the silhouette and knew that I had to try it out.<br />
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My little one jumped in for the shot:) I used a deep burgundy heavy cotton blend that I actually received in one of my mystery boxes from Fabric Mart.<br />
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I chose View A with the View B hem. I also left out the pockets.<br />
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I left the back collar open instead of adding button closures because I love the shape of it as is.<br />
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This dress was all about the details for me. I did a Hong Kong finish on all seams because I'm really into making the inside as beautiful as the outside.<br />
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This is a beautiful vintage button I found at a local fabric store...<br />
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This project took me quite some time due to the finishing on the inside seams, but I absolutely love it. If I make it again I will shorten the bodice by an inch. It is a little long and bunches slightly, but overall, I am quite happy with the results!<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-48965647099404181282012-07-01T13:21:00.001-07:002012-07-01T13:23:37.884-07:00Simplicity 2255I was browsing JoAnn's one day and just fell in love with this bright butterfly fabric. I had originally decided to make a dress for my oldest daughter, but thought it would be such a cute button-down shirt! My plan is to wear it with a pair of tailored high-waisted shorts to give it more of a modern look and keep it from looking too cutesy...a styling challenge for sure.<br />
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I used Simplicity 2255 and made a size 8 without any adjustments. I made View A and left off the side tabs and ruffle detail. Too busy with the butterflies.<br />
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I really am trying to work on clean finishes so I used french seams. Yes, it is more time consuming, but the end product really is more satisfying, don't you agree? And I chose a lime green single fold bias tape for the armholes.<br />
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Hopefully now that I am into the swing of school my posts won't be so few and far between!!<br />
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And finally, a moment of zen...I snapped this picture at midnight the other day. I don't know about you, but for me, there is nothing quite like a sleeping house, a fantastic Pandora station, and the whir of my sewing machine...<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-28752284501476016262012-05-09T11:05:00.002-07:002012-05-10T08:00:28.221-07:00Easter Dresses and Simplicity 2222Did you miss me?? Well, I missed posting!!! It has been a while, but in all fairness, we moved from California to my hometown in Connecticut, I transferred to the Art Institute in NYC, and now the girls and I are finally settled. <br />
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I was doing online courses through the Art Institute when I lived in Cali, so these campus classes are like a breath of fresh air. This is my second degree and I must say, it is much more fun this time around. I love the interaction with the professors and I know how lucky I am to be going to school in one of the fashion capitals of the world. That is certainly not lost on me.<br />
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If you can remember a couple months back, I was working on three Easter dresses for my daughters and finished them in the nick of time. Pictures??? Yes!<br />
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I used the Stella pattern from Violette Field Threads. See <a href="http://sewingbynalcantara.blogspot.com/2012/01/little-sass.html" target="_blank">this post</a>.<br />
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My youngest was napping at this point, I believe, but her dress was exactly the same in pale blue.<br />
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For my Easter dress, I chose Simplicity 2222 and made View B. I really love how it came out! The waist is drawstring and it fit perfectly on the bottom half. The hem is short, so I suggest adding a couple inches if you like a knee-length. I cut a size 6. I used a 100% cotton print that I ordered from Fabric Mart in Honolulu.</div>
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The back looks like it is pulling a little, but it didn't feel uncomfortable when I was wearing it.<br />
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And of course, here are some action shots of the egg hunt!!!<br />
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Thanks for sticking with me through my little absence, and hopefully I will have more to show and share soon!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-35940065756058615782012-02-22T10:30:00.002-08:002012-02-22T10:30:36.567-08:00Burda 7339Finally, a new post! I felt like I was going to get in trouble with my teacher for neglecting an assignment! No, really. I always feel a little twinge of guilt when I don't blog for a little bit. Why is that?<br />
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So I'm secretly working on a couple final projects before we move to CT. I say "secretly" because my husband wants me to focus on putting <i>away</i> my sewing stuff and not taking any more sewing jobs before we leave in 2 1/2 weeks!!!! I get it. He doesn't want me racing to meet deadlines for clients, but I can't help it! So I'm finishing up my last 2 orders before we leave.<br />
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Here is Burda 7339. This is the second time I have made this bag, and I think the third time I make it, it will be for myself:) It is the coolest version of the fanny pack and such a breeze to put together.<br />
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And this last picture is just for fun. I was feeling a little frisky at the nail salon on Monday, so voila! I don't think I have gotten acrylics since I was in college, but I needed a little vavoom in my life! It's fun for now:)<br />
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We have our movers scheduled and are starting to put some stuff in boxes, but it's the other stuff that is making this move difficult. I'm a fashion design student and I am transferring within the same school but to a different campus and this has proved to be the most frustrating task EVER. I don't want to sound heartless or inconsiderate, but I hate when people tell you that they are "busy." Listen, everyone is busy. I'm busy, you're busy, so let's not make this a pissing contest (excuse my French). I am freaking out because class registration started YESTERDAY for the upcoming quarter and I am still in limbo. I am being the squeakiest, most annoying wheel ever, so let's hope progress is made by tomorrow at least!!! Yep, I have completely bombarded several people (including some innocent bystanders) with tons of emails and voicemails. I'll update you when I can reach an actual person and not some sort of technological road block...<br />
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Now, to the good news!!! Before my husband leaves for the "sandbox," we are taking a family trip with our girls and my parents to Disney World! What is the first thing I thought about? Meeting Cinderella? No. Riding Space Mountain?? Of course not. What am I going to want to make for my vacation wardrobe??? Ding ding ding!!! Here is a pair of shorts that I made from this CUTE vintage Simplicity 8698. It needs a bit more pressing, so use your imagination a little bit.<br />
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The pattern calls for 4 buttons down the front of the fly and I am contemplating between a couple options (or just leaving it as is!)<br />
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The waist fits perfectly and has the perfect rise. I am even thinking about a crisp white collared shirt a pair of suspenders for the glamorous nerd look!<br />
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So I have these shorts, a couple of t-shirts, and two 5-yard pieces of gorgeous oriental fabric I ordered from Fabric Mart on my cutting table. Wanna take a peek?<br />
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I'm thinking one for a skirt and one for a sundress....<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-91649953919768079162012-01-29T14:39:00.000-08:002012-01-29T17:40:32.804-08:00McCall's 6206I've always needed more basics in my wardrobe. You know, those classic pieces that I can pair with lots of outfits and that will withstand the changes in fashion. I knew that I needed a blazer-type jacket and I finally got around to making one. I fell in love with the peplum style of McCall's 6206 and finally found a great wool tweed to use. <br />
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The first thing I have to say about this jacket is, holy pleats!!!! You can see a good shot of them on the shoulder of the lining. Each shoulder had 6 pleats, but they gave the shoulder such a beautiful shape! Not only is this my first blazer, but it is also my first time using shoulder pads. The pattern called for 1/2" pads and bought the raglan style. I made this jacket in an 8 and it has the most beautiful fit! It is a bit snug in the waist, so I decided to put buttons on each side instead of functioning button holes. There are a couple reasons I did this. The first is because as I just mentioned, if I buttoned this jacket, it would be very snug. The second reason is that I couldn't imagine trying to put button holes in this beautiful jacket and messing it up! I'm not experienced with bound button holes and didn't want to chance it with my button hole maker on my machine. Plus, I have a very basic machine and I knew the button holes would not come out nice. (Just waiting on our tax return to get my new machine!!! EEEEEEEEEE!!)<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-14415128671932811692012-01-27T14:51:00.000-08:002012-01-27T14:52:51.962-08:00WIP Peplum Jacket and McCall's 6312So I made this McCall's 6312 for my oldest in an effort to make her more excited to go to church:) <br />
Me: "Carmella, aren't you excited to go to <i>church</i>??"<br />
Carmella (in the whiniest voice): "Mooooom, I don't want to go to churrrrrrch!" <br />
Me: Do you want to wear the new dress that I made for you????<br />
Carmella: Yay! Okay, Mom, let's go to church.<br />
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See? Who said bribery is bad for kids? This is a summer dress because I made it over the summer and am just getting around to posting it.<br />
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I used a beautiful blue cotton from JoAnn's. I think I had it in my stash for year before I found the perfect use for it. I love this pattern and how interesting the criss cross is in the front. It took some trial and error with the fit in the front because the dress ended up being a little too big, so I had to adjust the criss cross and then put a couple tucks in the back. This dress does not fit right if it's too big. But, it is definitely an interesting pattern has some cute variations. The view B on the envelope that you see has a removable belt (which I chose not to do).<br />
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Are you waiting to see the finished Stella dress from Violette Field Threads??? Umm....well, I caught a case of sewing ADD and moved to a different project. All I have to do is hem the three dresses, but that is so BORING. I can't tell you how many times I have moved on from a project when I only have 30 minutes of work left on it.<br />
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Anyway, I thought I would share some pics of peplum jacket that has stolen my time. I found this fabric a couple months ago and didn't know which pattern I wanted to use, but finally settled on McCall's 6026. I tried to find some reviews on PatternReview, but nothing came up. I knew I wanted it very fitted and tight, so I just looked at the finished measurements and cut an 8. <br />
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Here's a little sneaky peek!!! I really hope to finish it this weekend.<br />
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One more thought and a question for you...can someone please tell me what purpose do these pleats near the elbow serve??<br />
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This is my first jacket, so I have never seen these and I'm thrown as to what they do.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-78978032903085421912012-01-20T21:42:00.000-08:002012-01-20T21:44:39.237-08:00A Little SassMy middle daughter is pure "girl." When she was a baby I used to call her "Queen Jasmine" because she was a very high-maintenance infant. Even now, she likes to have things just so. She loves anything pink, anything with ruffles, and only wants to wear dresses and skirts. I made this little jumper a couple months ago, and although it is obviously a couple sizes too big, she has been begging me to let her wear it and of course, she wanted me to take some pictures. You can see her sass in this first shot.<br />
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(You might notice some orange paint on the front of the dress from her little craft activity today:)<br />
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I couldn't believe my luck when I found this fabric at JoAnn's. It is zebra corduroy! How friggin' cute is that?? The inside just has a facing, but I wish I would have fully-lined it. I forget what pattern I used, so I will have to get back to you, but I remember it being a super quick project. It is only two pieces, front and back, has facing like I just mentioned, and then two button holes. I put on some purple heart-shaped buttons and called it a day! I believe there is supposed to be a panel on the bottom for contrast and length, but I left it off. Anyway, it is successful because she loves it and I know she is going to wear this until it wears out:)<br />
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I recently purchased another Violette Field Threads pattern for the Stella dress.<br />
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I posted about the Vivienne Skirt a couple weeks ago <a href="http://sewingbynalcantara.blogspot.com/2012/01/vivienne-by-violette-field-threads.html" target="_blank">here</a>. I am actually making 3 Stella dresses, one for each of my girls and they are coming out so darn cute, I can hardly take it. Here is a little sneaky peak.<br />
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It is a simple one-shoulder dress with a ruffle in front and a gathered skirt. So simple, yet so beautiful. If you haven't checked out their patterns, just take a gander. The patterns are classic and all the instructions are explicit and perfect for beginners. (Just so you know, they don't even know I exist and I'm not getting anything out of promoting them! I just really think their patterns are special).<br />
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I put in the zipper on the pale pink dress and have to do the same for the other two. Hopefully I can finish these up tomorrow and post pics of them being modeled! Well, all for now. Off to listen the pretty sounds of rain on the gutters. Hope you all enjoy your weekend!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-43791279446184301552012-01-16T23:23:00.000-08:002012-01-17T06:40:38.901-08:00Tahoe and McCall's 6435I don't want to make you jealous with this post, but I want to say that I had the most amazing weekend at Lake Tahoe! It was my first girls' weekend in more than 5 years and I savored every minute! I kissed my three little ones goodbye on Friday afternoon and took the 2 1/2 hour drive with 3 awesome ladies to this cozy cabin in Tahoe City. We had cocktails, hung out in the hot tub, (yes, a hot tub. Baller status), and partied at Mont Bleu on Saturday night. I was waaaay too excited about clubbin' it up, but my dear friend Kary humored me and DD'd so I could relive my early 20's. Now that's a good friend:) I will not be posting a picture of myself from the club because when I indulge in adult beverages, my right eyelid gets a little droopy and I look way drunker than I really am. But, I will share some pics from our gorgeous hike on Saturday morning and some of our cute little house!<br />
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It was such a relaxing time, and I feel like I definitely recharged my "mommy batteries."<br />
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I got home on Sunday afternoon, so I was able to finish a couple of projects today, including two more versions of McCall 6435. The first is for my friend (sorry it took me an extra week, girl! I will be mailing it tomorrow!), and the second is for me:) The pink in the first one has this subtle sparkle, which is so cute, and the second top is this pretty heather sage color.<br />
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I ended up cutting a size 8 for these second two versions and the fit is perfect! I love this shirt and I'm not tired of making it yet! I still have one more version in mind with a navy blue knit with little yellow pineapples all over it. If you don't have this pattern, get it. It is quick and so cute.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9090218355186388550.post-71000033583721673342012-01-08T20:57:00.000-08:002012-01-08T20:57:07.500-08:00Vivienne by Violette Field ThreadsI forget how I came upon this site, but I'm pretty sure it was during an Etsy browse. And I knew I just <i>had</i> to make this skirt. It is called Vivienne and the pattern is by <a href="http://violettefieldthreads.com/product/vivienne" target="_blank">Violette Field Threads</a>. All of their patterns come in PDF and are emailed right to you. I believe I received it to my inbox the same day I ordered it. I decided to used a pretty charcoal corduroy that I have been holding onto for a couple months. I originally was going to make a corduroy skirt for myself, but I knew this fabric would be perfect for this Vivienne skirt. I then decided to use just simple muslin for the ruffles because it gave the skirt a beautiful rustic feel.<br />
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The instructions told me to hem the ruffles by hand, but I just used the narrow hem foot on my machine and it was way easier.<br />
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The sizing is spot on with RTW so I made a size 5 for my (almost) 5-year-old. The back is elastic so I got a perfect fit, and there's room to grown! I know she will be able to wear this into next winter. I already have her sister's skirt in a size 4 on the cutting table, ready to go.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11149801756605197012noreply@blogger.com2