I found a beautiful, light textured cotton voile for the body of the blouse. As I really didn’t want to use a plain white cotton, nor did I want anything too pretty, this fabric fit the bill. It has a lovely fine stripe throughout the weave which adds some interest, while not being too overwhelming.
I chose a black polished cotton for the collar, cuffs and inseam piping. The polished cotton makes the finished blouse a little more fancy than a plain matt cotton would, while also adding to the subtle texture of the voile.
For more pictures and construction details check out my blog Jennifer Lauren Vintage.
Oooh, what a deliciously lovely pattern! Seriously guys, you need to get this pattern toot sweet if you don’t already have it. It’s the perfect beginners pattern, but as there is so much scope for adding your own touch, intermediate and advanced sewers won’t be disappointed either.
I’ll also have some tutorials coming up on how to make and insert inseam piping and how to do French Seams like I’ve done with this blouse 
xx
Jen
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I love it! Off to check out their patterns!
What an elegant blouse!
This is great – love the classic black and white combination you used, it indeed looks very elegant! The close-up shots of the white fabric make it’s texture look lovely too
Beautiful outfit! Aren’t you proud? (You should be).
I just looked at Deer and Doe’s site. The Reglisse dress is wonderful!
It’s gorgeous isn’t it? I’ve literally just finished making the Belladone dress – love!
So cute!