Simplicity 2758

This is one of those shirts that I will always wear and love. The fabric is an ankara, and its such a happy print. This pattern was fairly easy to make-I started this shirt with my fav sewing instructor last year and finally finished it. I know she would be so proud :)

On the next version I could use a swayback adjustment.I love the sleeves and would also make the bottom section of the sleeve fuller. When it comes to full sleeves I like them EXTREMELY FULL.

                                                                      Until Next Time.

     

DIY Simplicity 1887

The first pair I made were completely in Kente print. I wanted them to be a bit form fitting and knew that if I kept the Kente(Cotton) the fit would put stress on the seams diminishing the lifespan of the shorts so, I remade them in a ponte knit and added a cuff at the hem. I ended up liking the ponte and kente better than just the kente!!

The necklace below was custom made. I love it, not only does it match my outfit, it reminds me of the sun.

DIY Simplicity 8458 Et 8386

For Simplicity 8458 I used a size 20 but I took off  1.5 inch, so next time I will size down  in the waist and grade to the 20 for a puffy skirt. The skirt itself was quite simple to make although there are somethings I would do differently. For instance I sewed the lining and skirt as one piece, on the next go round I would attach them at the waistband and sew them separately. I think that would make hemming a bit easier.  Speaking of Hemming. I waited until I got my Petticoat to complete (which was an excellent idea) because I took off over 5 inches. I did like the original length of the skirt and am searching for a  longer petticoat.

The fabric was a party print from Joann Fabrics and it took me forever to find a matching pink for the top.

For Simplicity 8386 I added flowers to the bodice. The shirt itself seemed to regular without some additional items. 

                                                                             

DIY Simplicity 1346 Et Simplicity 8386

I was so happy to have finished this outfit and I love the way it came out. The shirt is a stable knit polka dot from Joann fabrics Simplicity 8386. What can I say, I love this pattern, it is so easy to make and I don't think it will ever go out of style. Wear it on should or off shoulder its still cute.

The skirt is a cotton also from Joann fabrics with white anchors. Simplicity 1346, is also super easy to make although I'm not sure that I like where it hits on my torso, its still a cute summery skirt.

And of course

McCalls 6515

My Pants were made from McCalls 6515. As soon as I saw the pattern I knew it would do for my 1940's style trousers. The fabric is a stretch denim and it did not hold the creases in the legs like I would have liked but I like the jeans nonetheless. I used a size 14 then did a significant crotch adjustment, followed by taking the sides in a bit.  The buttons I have were from a dress that I did not like. I simply grabbed the buttons off and marked them on the pants. The zipper and hooks and eyes are on the side seam.

Overall this was a very easy pattern to make up and I do plan on making more in knit fabric.

Fabric from Pat Catans:

75% Cotton

23% Polyester

2% Spandex

I love wingtip shoes I purchased them from amazon :

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Simplicity 1692

I decided to start my Vintage year off with Simplicity 1692. My fabric is a fleece from Joann Fabric with 70% Rayon and 30% Cotton. It  is extremely soft. For the top I graded the front bodice up one size then completed a 1/2 FBA. Upon the fitting I realized the neckline would be too big so I kept the 14 for the neckline and upper bust then graded the rest . I took the remaining waist intake in with one of the darts. I really like this top and plan to make a couple of more. I got rid of the zipper as I didn't need it to get the garment on and off. I kept the back at a size 14 and needed no additional alterations for it.

When I was deciding which buttons to get I really wanted the floral ones, but I felt the pink ones would be better, and they were smaller.:(. I also used a floral button for the top back bodice. My fabric was thick and it was a bit of a hassle to get the button hole to sew right.

Love, Love, Love the neckline on this blouse.