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Sunday, May 5, 2013

Scattered Blossoms



Me-Made-May is in full swing, and I love the incredible enthusiasm for self-made garments!


I am not officially participating in Me-Made-May, however, I generally wear something I have sewn or knit at least three or four days a week all year long.  


So while I may not be taking daily pictures, I am right there with all of you!


In this warm weather, I am once again discovering the other side of my closet, filled with cotton frocks and lightweight skirts and blouses.  And this dress is what I pulled out for Friday.  Would I get bored with cotton dresses if it was feasible to wear them 365 days a year?  Perhaps, but I find it very hard to believe!


And while that list of project ideas is becoming a bit overwhelming, this dress makes me want to pull out Butterick 6175 and make myself another dress.


There are too many lovely distractions out there!
 


Dress:  Made by me, Butterick 6175
Shoes:  Colin Stuart for Victoria’s Secret
Necklace:  Banana Republic
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8 comments:

  1. Witchcrafted LifeMay 5, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    Splendidly lovely, sweet, feminine dress! I especially adore the little tie at the waist and the charming fabric bloom. Stellar work!

    ♥ Jessica

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  2. ValerieMay 6, 2013 at 5:30 AM

    Very fresh and springy! As I recall, you have some spectacular summery frocks. Looking forward to seeing them again.

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  3. AnonymousMay 6, 2013 at 7:03 AM

    So pretty, Laura Mae!

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  4. vintagevisions27May 6, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    Very classy! I love that print for spring and the little flower detail at the shoulder is really nice too!
    -Emily

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  5. TashaMay 9, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    Such a pretty dress! Very worthy of spring. Love it!

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  6. Ms. FalconMay 12, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    lovely dress! the sweater from the post above is awesome too.

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  7. JoAugust 13, 2014 at 6:55 AM

    Beautiful dress, can I ask what size you made this in?
    I have not sewn from a vintage pattern before, is this overly tricky

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    1. Laura MaeAugust 14, 2014 at 7:42 PM

      This is actually a Butterick vintage reproduction, so I use my standard Big 4 size: a 12. All I need to alter is my standard adjustments and it fits me fine. Actually, the adjustments are the same ones I would make to a vintage size 16 or 18/Bust 34.

      But there really is no reason to be scared about original vintage patterns - there may be more details to work through, but it you take them step by step, everything comes together! When in doubt, just make a muslin or work with a fabric that is not incredibly precious to you.

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