A dress for vacation! I'm going to make Vogue 8658. I like the clean lines of the dress. I can just toss it on, slip into a pair of sandals and head out. I also like the fact that the pattern comes with pieces sized for A/B/C/D cups, taking much of the work out of it for me. I did lower the bust point by one inch, and I want to make a muslin quickly to test the fit through the back. I got the envelope that contains sizes 14-22, but recently the Vogue/Butterick/McCall size 14 has been running big on me. Once I test out the fit and make any adjustments, I'm going to make the final version from this fabulous cotton sateen that my friend Flora brought back from Italy for me.
It's even more beautiful in person than the picture shows. I'll trim the edges with this Basketweave Cotton from Gorgeous Fabrics. The slight textural contrast will work really well against the blues and whites on the sateen.
I'm hoping to get the muslin done tomorrow. I'm less than two weeks from the end of radiation (Huzzah!!!) and I do find that my energy levels are not as high as usual. And DS the younger does want to work on his next project, so it may take a little longer than usual. But it should be done in plenty of time. More to come!
Parting Shot - The Fahionista's Rashy:
How fabulous is this rash guard from Pret-a-Surf?
Image credit: Opening Ceremony
You may not be able to lay hands on Yves Saint Laurent's Mondrian dress, but you can make quite the splash with this!
Happy sewing!
15 comments:
That dress is going to be gorgeous in that fabric!
ohhh, you're a brave, brave woman to make a pattern that only has a drawing on the cover! Good luck! And enjoy your vacation - you've certainly earned it.
Very cute dress! I can't wait to see your version of this!
Should look great. Always on the look out for patterns with the FBA built in!
Can't wait to see your dress!
Great rashie!
I can't wait to read your review of this one. I bought it because of the varying cup sizes and will be eager to hear what you think of it. And the fabric is TDF.
That dress is going to be fabulous! And you already know how I feel about your rash guard.
Gorgeous fabric, pun intended! So glad you are seeing light at the end of the radiation tunnel.
Am I supposed to be wearing a rash guard???
I've been eyeing this pattern too and I don't usually like Vogue but you versions have me inspired!
I love the dress fabric - the finished dress will be awesome. But I HAVE to get me one of those rash vests!
I'm planning a vacation wardrobe and that dress looks like it will be a perfect addition. I'm excited to see your version that "gorgeous" fabric!
Nice choice of pattern and fabric. It will be an awesome dress.
That fabric is soooo beautiful - I've seen it in person! I think it will be perfect too.
Ann,
I would love to know your sewing plan for your vacation. I am sewing for my dtg who is going on her first cruise. I am sure I couldn't duplicate your plan but I would love it as a guideline.
Thank you for all you do! Your strength and spirit is an inspiration to me!!
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