I've been sorting patterns, trying to eliminate old stock that may or may not have all it's parts, and may or may not ever be used again. I just didn't have the heart to get rid of this one. I bought the pattern in 1988, and I've wanted to make it, but never bought the fabric for it. That cape is just too much fun! I simply have to have it!
Then I was sorting the fabric I had set aside for pants, and I found this peice of navy linen. Or linen like. Plenty of fabric for the dress. It is a little heavier than I'd like, but I think it will still work out just fine.
It took me quite a while to cut it out because of my crowded sewing space and my lack of energy, but I did get it all cut. I even did a mock up of the yoke to see that it would fit right. Understanding all the parts was interesting. I decided to eliminate the tie, but keep the cape.
I had the whole top done the first day, tried on and fitting just fine. In this pattern, Simplicity added elastic for the waistline, which I don't think would have been done, but it made for simple construction. Once I got the yoke and the cape eased together, adding the bodice was easy.
Of course adding the skirt was fast as well. I'm really happy with the way that it looks. I'm not sure I like the fit all that well, I think I'd be happier taking it in and adding a side zipper, so that the skirt fits tighter, so that will be the work of the day. The dress will be ready to hem and I'll have yet another peice of fabric used up and no longer in storage.
Ozzie had to guard the skirt while I was working on the top. When I told her that she'd have to move so I could keep working, she was less than impressed with the thought of giving up her new bed. Ozzie always has to lay on what ever it is that I'm working on, making sure she is as close as she can get to me. Isn't that cute?
DO SOMETHING CREATIVE WITH THE MATERIALS YOU ARE STORING. USE IT UP, MAKE DO, OR DO WITHOUT.
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