Somewhere in the middle of cutting out my skirt pieces, I
decided that it might be possible to make a matching top from the limited
amount of leftover yardage and scraps.
But it was going to be a really, really creative cutting layout. And no second chances on this one.
Muslin time!
I loved the fit of Vogue 4203 so I borrowed the bodice muslin pieces for this project.
After narrowing the fabric intake on the darts to make it less fitted, I put the bodice and sleeves together to see if I liked the combination. It works!
This will not really be a crop top, since my midriff will be
covered with the wide skirt waistband, but I am excited about a slightly
different silhouette to add to my wardrobe.
My first thought was that I wanted a three-quarter length sleeve, but there was no way
to squeeze two of them out of the wool. And who knows, I may end up liking this even more than my original idea.
This is a lovely two piece. I am guilty of creative cutting layouts too often! Sometimes it works out and sometimes it doesn't. However! I think you've done a wonderful job. I quite like the shorter sleeve version, I think it would be very versatile and gives it a late 50s/early 60s vibe.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful. I like the design choices and the fabric.
ReplyDeleteSuper idea, it really reminds me of a picture I've seen of vintage Dior.
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ReplyDeleteOhhh, I love this!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! This extra piece will give you so much versatility as separates. I'm seeing the top with black pants, and the skirt with a pretty blouse, and maybe a long sleeved shirt under the top...okay I'm totally going to have to copy this idea now. You are fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI love this! The shorter sleeve is very cool.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a feminine sillouette. It is coming together nicely.
ReplyDeleteI think of this as an overblouse and the ensemble as similar to something from the late fifties or early sixties. It cries out for a coordinating longer and looser jacket or coat to go over it. Love it!
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT. Loooooove it. Sophisticated. Classic. LOVE IT.
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