After my previous sweater knit sewing disaster I got back on the sewing seat so to speak and made up another one . Ahh, much much better this time . This sweater knit was a delight to sew - it didn`t stretch out , it didn`t unravel and was easy to stitch . This fabric came from the same internet seller as the awful ( but pretty ) sweater knit but was accidentally sent instead of another order . I contacted her about the mistake and she sent the correct fabric and said I could keep this one ! Bonus !
I used a combination of the Vogue wardrobe pattern 2101 and New Look 6000.
I used the Vogue pattern for the main body of the dress and added the fabulous asymmetrical collar detail from New Look .This is now the second time this year I have used the Vogue pattern after having it in my stash unused for probably close to a decade. I love the fit and it has been easy to adapt for different neckline looks . Who knows I might even get to use the original pattern as is one day. There is something to be said about not destashing or decluttering !
I love the collar detail . New Look 6000 has been a very popular dress patter but I only discovered it after it become OOP . I was lucky to pick up the pattern from an op shop but it was not complete. No matter the collar pieces were intact . I am loving accessorising this dress with the handful of brooches that I own. This one is a vintage silver and paua shell butterfly . I am not sure if brooches are considered a bit old hat but I love them and this one came from a special friend .
This is my third warm cosy winter dress I have made this season but I will stop there now .
I am reaching saturation point in my wardrobe but want to keep on creating so I am now sewing up replacement items of older items that are had it or I am entirely sick of. Such an enjoyable ( but first world ) dilemma.
Another lovely dress!
ReplyDeleteI am also sewing replacement garments and experimenting with new silhouettes and designs.
And - I love brooches. Every time I wear one I get compliments.
It's the collar that is the important feature of this dress, so you got the most important piece. The dress certainly looks lovely. I empathise with your first world problem - I have it as well! I really don't need more clothes but some are not really to my liking - so I will be joining you in the revamp sew!
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