I used retro Simplicity 2154 and Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing to create this classic outfit.
I used a beautiful floral charmeuse for the bow blouse. It has a side lapped zipper and a keyhole opening on the back neckline. Gertie’s pencil skirt is made from a cotton sateen. When I was assembling the skirt I noticed a line of discoloration running down the center of the fabric. I didn’t have any fabric to spare so to fix this I used a faux leather strap off an old handbag.
I also made a houndstooth jacket for the outfit which you can see on my blog.
To recreate a shirt dress I’ve oogled on Pinterest I used McCall’s 2282 printed in 1970. I used a Donna Karan cotton from Mood that is super soft and comfortable to wear. This dress is perfect for the changing temps. In the Fall I can wear it with a chunky scarf and boots and in the Spring a statement necklace and flats. See how I modified the pattern and check out more pics on my blog.
I’m so excited to be able to show you the new pattern by Christine Haynes, The Emery Dress. This vintage inspired beauty paired very well with my retro floral cotton sateen from Mood. I had been saving it for over a year for the perfect pattern and I believe I found it, don’t ya think?
I made absolutely no alterations to this dress. It all fit perfectly right out of the envelope. You can read all the construction details and more on my blog and while your there enter my giveaway for a chance to win this beauty. This dress is also available for pre order on Christine’s website. Get yours now so you can join Christine’s sew along in October!
Last summer I spotted the cutest vintage/retro cherry print swimsuit. I held off on buying it because I didn’t want to spend the $90. I’m so glad I did because I was able to make an almost exact copy using the Bombshell Swimsuit pattern by Closet Case Files.
RTW suit source: http://www.unique-vintage.com/best-seller-vintage-inspired-swimsuit-black-cherry-print-piece-p-9402.html
This pattern is just that, the bomb! I love everything about it. It’s so flattering and still covers without being frumpy. I still can’t believe how easy it was to make a swimsuit. If your considering making your own stop all the if, ands, and buts and buy this pattern. It’s a dream.
See how happy I am!? You’ll be that happy too, promise! Check out my blog post for more pics and construction details.
