Archive for May 23rd, 2008
SeasideSet
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Beautiful idea. My idea was to do the crossover as a simple dress. I never thought to do it with ruffles. Very pretty.
McCall’s 5610
Working on different patterns. This is a cute McCalls pattern that was not so easy to put together, however it looks very good from the inside out. The bodice consists of a lining and your fashion fabric. The straps are sandwiched between both layers. I find the straps to be too long. Someone suggested putting elastic in the straps to shorten them, and i think that is a great idea. However, you cannot shorten the straps too much or else you will not be able to get the top over the child’s head. I think the back needs to open more or perhaps a zipper needs to be inserted into the side seam. The top was also a bit short, although I do usually face that problem with Olivia. She is small, and long, which means I need to use two sizes – one for the width and one for the length. In this case, I think I would just add a third ruffle, which would also allow me to make a dress out of this pattern. I am drafting a pair of pants to go with this top. I wanted a pair of pants that were fuller, airy and perhaps with small pockets or straps along the bottom hem. I should have them finished tonight.
Swedish fabric
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Here it is. My most recent Ebay purchase. I just love it. The flowers are like 6inches tall and wide. It is beautiful. I love the colors, so vibrant and bright.
I think I may just pull this over a piece of canvas and make a piece of art with it. Or should I just give in and make an A-line dress for Olivia? I wish she had more. It is just gorgeous. Delicious.
