Vogue 8742 is complete and I plan to wear it to work next week. Until then here are views of the dress hanging
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| Front view. |
.I used my coverstitch machine to complete the hems.
I was fortunate to have enough of this fabric to use for to make a top using one of my new Butterick patterns. I making View C, shown on the model.
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After seeing a review of the pattern on PR I knew I had to have this in my collection. Since the serger, coverstitch and sewing machines were threaded for this fabric, I pin fitted the pattern yesterday and cut out the fabric this morning. I have already started sewing the top and the back pieces are sewn and basted together.
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Back view on cutting table
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| Back view pinned on Alma Marie |
Here is a view of the lavender cotton lace fabric with medium gray cotton fabric beneath. Once the top is completed I am reviving the lace overlay skirt.
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Lovely dress and love the use of the remnant for a blouse. That lace and grey underlay is looking good.
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DeleteGorgeous fabric and dress Linda.
ReplyDeleteGreat use of the fabric to include the top as well. I also am a fan of this pattern, but haven't purchased it.
ReplyDeleteThanks. I am glad I used up almost all of the fabric.
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