Mini-me did not want to take my photo...better things to do...I am snarling at her to hold the camera up...not waist high tilting up ...this angle is flattering to 14 year olds on Facebook but certainly not for a D cup 50 year old! Sadly as a result of our little altercation my face doesn't look as great as this blouse.This is my second blouse from Simplicity 2614. It is from a beautiful silk remnant that I've had in the stash for two years. I made some piping in cream dupont silk for the shoulder seam only and did not bother with the tie. For this version I followed the pattern directions cutting the back and the lower front on the bias and the front bodice on the straight grain. Having done the blouse both ways I prefer the fit and feel of the garment cut on the straight grain. The only thing I don't like about it is the neck facing. It could sit a little better, so I think I'll replace it with black satin bias tape on the weekend. If I do another one in a 'slippery' fabric I would self-face it by creating a double layered bodice.
I went to the Remnant Warehouse on the weekend and bought some great pieces of fabric for a total of $44. My loot included a 1.5 metres of brown and white cotton, matching piping, 3 metre piece of wool mix boucle, a 5 metre roll of red suiting, 2 metres of charcoal grey wool, 3 metres of navy blue cotton sateen and a lovely 2.5 metre piece of navy and red chiffon. I felt greedy but there was so much good stuff I was like a kid in a candy store. Suddenly I have an enormous stash - something I am not particularly approving of. The guilt will keep me on my minimum one garment a week sewing regime.
And then to my delight my newsagent now stocks Patrones!!! Issue no.286 is filled with inspiring designs for blouses and coats so I will certainly put it to good use. Next one is available on March 13.
My next project is another kaftan in the cotton, then I'll think about doing something different before I bore you all.
Love the blouse. Nothing more exciting than being able to use a quality remnant and make what I call a "freebie". Love your work wardrobe so far.
ReplyDeleteMust be getting a little cooler there now- right?
Yehhh....right.......
Pretty outfit. You look very professional. Don't feel guilt about your stash. Stash is--inspirational!
ReplyDeleteI used to be in the 'no fabric stash' camp until I realised that although there will always be more fabric, there will not always be more decent fabric you'd actually want to make something with.
ReplyDeleteThat's a cute blouse and the colouring makes it very versatile.
The blouse is beautiful, you look very elegant. Patrones at your reach? How lucky, their designs are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteVery nice blouse!! I am feeling guilty about my stash lately too... I need to sew a dress that takes alot of fabric to make myself feel better!!
ReplyDeleteYou look great in your new outfit! And my little ones are usually the only ones around to take my photo so I feel your pain! I just need to buy a tripod!
ReplyDeleteI should set up my camera from that perspective next time so my A-cup runneth over. LOL Very pretty blouse! The bias vs. straight grain is such an interesting and personal choice in any garment -- how nice that you have been able to experience both and make an informed decision which wears better for you.
ReplyDeleteA very pretty blouse and a great print. My husband is not the most inspired of photographers, so I generally end up with the tripod and a selftimer.
ReplyDeleteThis blouse looks so wonderful, it's a very flattering fit and you look great (despite what you think about the photo!). I love that beautiful silk. After seeing the previous top you made with this pattern I went right out and bought it so what you say about bias v. straight grain front is very helpful.
ReplyDeleteLovely blouse! Ooo... nice fabric options and yay for Patrones! :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! And every picture I take I have to hassle with the photographer, J. But I think it looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteVery nice blouse. I light the 3/4 sleeves and the silk is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYou bought a nice collection of fabric. It must be very inspiraing
Your blouse is beautiful!! I adore the fabric. Slippery fabrics are difficult to sew with. I am very impressed!!! You look fantastic in the outfit. I don't see a snarl!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful fabric. Your blouse is really lovely. I like the 3/4 sleeves, it makes for a great trans seasonal garment. I'm interested about your fabric shopping; I'm considering a short fabric holiday in Sydney soon. I'll let you know when.
ReplyDeleteReally lovely blouse!
ReplyDeleteSometimes I think the hardest part of keepng a sewing blog is getting the photos!
Cute blouse...I love your choice of fabric too
ReplyDeleteThat is a very professional and great fitting outfit. I like the style of this blouse.
ReplyDeleteI just bought a cordless remote for my camera and it is truly a must have for a sewing room :)
Your outfit looks great! I am working on the same blouse. Used your pointers on the bias/straight of grain.
ReplyDeleteLOL about your 14-year-old. Five-year-olds would do a better job, right? The blouse still looks good, though.
ReplyDeleteThis is a lovely work outfit, smart, professional but also gorgeous fabric and a pretty blouse shape. You are very clever. I would not bother feeling guilty about your fabric, it doesn't go off!
ReplyDeleteAt least your 14 year old is tall enough to get a decent angle! I often rely upon a 6 year old!
ReplyDeleteYour blouse loks very nice! I'm jealous that you get to try Patrones!
beautiful blouse. the fabric looks perfect for the style u choose. nicely done. u look great! :)
ReplyDeleteI feel your pain. lol Sometimes it so hard to get Mini-Me to help with the photo-shoot. The blouse looks great.
ReplyDeleteGreat blouse - very stylish - wow - Remnant Warehouse sounds wonderful! Yeah - photography - I can always see my instructions to the photographer in my photographed face!
ReplyDeleteI love your blouse. The fabric is gorgeous and the print is lovely. I wish my newsagent had Patrones!!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't get by without my tripod... as there's usually no one around to help me take my photo!
LOL. Great fabric choice for your blouse. Shorty (aka mini-you) still managed to get a shot that shows that you did a fantastic job on your project, snarl or no snarl. lol
ReplyDeleteok, where is this newsagent selling Patrones? I've never seen it on the shelves of any shop, so that would be amazing to happen upon it! I love this blouse, it looks fantastic. And as for the Remnant Warehouse, as much as I love it I stay away for the very reason of my lack of self control LOL
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