So I finished my first dress, and I had so much fun sewing that I’m kind of sad that I didn’t learn how sooner. I think I could get obsessed. I finished it in an afternoon and a morning and the only thing that was awkward was gathering what felt like a bazillion yards of fabric for the waist. That bit was not so fun, but it turned out okay. I used the 1950’s Vogue pattern #5723, but decided not to make the belt that was part of the pattern and made a nice sash instead. Although it’s not crazy stylish vintage and is just nice dependable vintage, I love it anyway.
1 July 30th, 2006 at 8:30 pm So then, steven said,
look good love steve
2 July 30th, 2006 at 10:38 pm Then, mmeggie said,
I really like it.
3 July 31st, 2006 at 7:10 pm And then, mary said,
that rocks stacie! i wish i had your talent.
4 June 21st, 2007 at 2:04 pm L. M. said,
I liked your completed dress on you. It looks very good. My mother taught my sisters and myself to sew, as well as the Home Economics classes we took all through high school. They were excellent preparation for doing things for yourself. it is a real shame that our school boards think that teaching students to be self-reliant, and to teach skills that would stand them in good stead is no longer an option. Instead, they brainwash our students into thinking that they are only consumers, and it is their duty to follow anorexic models in draping their bodies with clothing meant to demean the person wearing it and to go into debt in order to achieve that goal. Vintage designs such as the one you made, are a great way to begin. My mother gave me many of her old patterns before she died, and although I did not make any of them, I enjoyed making clothes for myself and others. It is a very satisfying feeling and one that boosts any person’s self worth to wear a creation they have made themselves. Good luck on future projects.