There was no time to make something new for Halloween this
year. Well, I suppose there was, but my
Gala Project exhausted any sewing energy I may have had in the last few days! And besides, there are plenty of costumes in my closet that could use the attention.
I Love Lucy is one of my favorite television shows,
and who doesn’t love Lucille Ball?! Supremely
talented, hysterically funny, and incredibly gorgeous.
A few years ago, I decided I needed an I Love Lucy costume. But which dress to choose?! Blue polka dots seemed the most iconic (there
are a few different versions that were worn on the show) so that was where I
started. I stopped by Britex during their annual
in-store sale, which happens in October, and is the perfect excuse to go Halloween fabric shopping; I came home with some polka-dot yardage along with some white eyelet.
Vogue 8433 is a vintage pattern from the 1950s, which seemed
incredibly appropriate. There was not quite
enough fabric to cut the pattern out, so I improvised the skirt and pleated in
the excess until it fit the bodice waist.
And, of course, it needed a matching belt and buckle!
But something was still missing.
An apron seemed like the perfect addition. I started with Butterick 6567, added a
ruffle to the bottom edge, and messed about with some rick-rack trim.
The pattern is fabulous! I have made quite a few versions – they make
fabulous gifts and are the perfect excuse to use adorable quilting cottons.
And Mr. Valentino had to be included. He loves all the attention/treats he receives
when he is dressed up! For his jacket, I
started with Simplicity 3939 for a bit of help with armhole placement,
etc. It might look familiar because I also used it for his Mad Hatter costume last year. The tie and collar were easy enough
– just a quick neck measurement was needed along with some cotton scraps.
Lucy
Dress: Made by me,
Vogue 8433
Apron: Made by me, Butterick
6567
Petticoat: Made by me
Earrings: Thrifted
Necklace: Banana
Republic
Shoes: Franco Sarto
Ricky
Jacket: Made by me,
Simplicity 3939 (with significant alterations)
Collar and Tie: Made
by me
And I, dear gal, absolutely love your awesome costume! You make for a really, really wonderful Lucy! Fabulous styling - you couldn't look any cuter or more the part!
ReplyDelete♥ Jessica
You made me smile in your Lucy costume especially with cute little Valentino in your arms. I admire your sewing skill and your design capabilities. The accent color you chose for your symphony dress is lovely.
ReplyDeleteYou make such a good Lucy! The costume is perfect, and even more so with Ricky!
ReplyDeletefantastic, you look great.
ReplyDeleteYou both look great!!
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