I've decided to make the Duro style dress with Debra S. I thought about it for a long time, was worried about the fitted waist, but finally went to Hancock today and got the pattern and some fabric.
This is the pattern. I plan to make View C.
Here is Fabric No. 1 (front and back skirt panels and top of dress).
This is Fabric No. 2, whick I'll use for side skirl panels, waist band, and sash (if I decide to keep the sash).
And this is Fabric #3 for the front band, sleeve bands, and lower skirt band.
It has been a very long time since I've made a dress. I've made jackets and vests in recent years, but no dresses. I can't even remember when I made a dress last. I think it was the dress I wore to Andy's first wedding, which was in 1986. Surely not, but that's the last one I remember.
I also bought a pajama pattern. I have lots of pieces of fabric that will make great pj pants. Might make some for Christmas gifts for next year. And to think, there was a time when I made all my clothes, as well as clothes for the kids and for friends and family. But now, I'd much rather make quilts or fabric art.
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On 02/23/2007, Rian said ...
I like your fabric choices, especially the paisley one. I think it complements the floral beautifully--looks retro.
Fun!
On 02/24/2007, Vicky said ...
Wow...that flower print looks perfect for that dress! I like the pattern, but like you have not made a dress in years...
On 02/24/2007, Maggie said ...
wonderful fabrics. really nice pattern
On 02/24/2007, Debra Spincic said ...
Love, love , love that floral!
On 02/24/2007, GranFranVan said ...
That paisley is to die for. Can't wait for the fashion show you gals will hold when finished. I love that pattern, but have to lose another 50 pounds before I could wear it.
On 02/25/2007, Nellie said ...
That pattern and your choice of beautiful fabrics makes it really tempting for me to sew up a dress. Like you, I too used to sew clothes including my coats and even sports coats for my husband. I've made a few things for my granddaughter, but otherwise I'd much rather make quilts.
On 02/25/2007, Caitlin O'Connor said ...
oooooh, can't wait to see your Duro - the fabrics are lovely!
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