I finished about 10 minutes before it was time to get ready for my senior banquet, but it was done!
Pattern: Simplicity 7355, 1967
Fabric: Satin Charmeuse (100% Acetate) from Joanns ($2.99/yd)
Notes:
-Despite my making a mock-up of the neck hole, it was barely big enough for my head to squeeze through.
-Despite being a petite size (5’3″ and under, baby), the dress’s pre-hem length was about my mid-calf. What?!
-The armhole facing was from the flamingo dress pattern and worked like a charm.
-I need a new iron. Not only does mine leak, but got a dent in the plate which my dad sanded but it is still catching.
What I Learned:
–Acetate is the worst fiber ever! If there is the tiniest drop of water the dye runs immediately and makes a big water stain. Of course, my iron leaked all over the first version of the dress.
-Shiny fabrics are the worst ever! Every pin and needle leaves a mark so pinning is a nightmare and you can forget about messing up and ripping out.
-French seams on the outside of a garment look awesome. Unfortunately they pucker when done on a curve.
-Never ever let someone hem something at midnight when they are dead tired. The sides are all wonky.
-Bias-roll collars are fantastic.
-Shiny fabrics will make you the center of any photo taken with a flash.
What I Accessorized: Onyx and pearl earrings (TJ Maxx, $15), vintage black satin gloves (birthday gift), vintage black beaded purse (birthday gift), Tahari’s Si Senor black sequin high heels (TJ Maxx, $36)
Bisoux bisoux,
I looooooooooove the neck!
cute! I too hate working with shiny fabrics…don't like the fuss!
what a great look you've created, so authentic!
you look fantastic! love the accessories.
Just fab! The gloves, shoes and earings and purse are great. You look terrific!!
It's perfect! So stunning!
jana