Monday, October 28, 2013

Ruffles!

Hi friends! I'm just popping in to share a few quick snaps I took of the Laurel dress I sewed for my friend at work.  You may recall the wearable muslin I made first, in a cute striped fabric.



wearable muslin



For the final version, I added in-seam pockets and the ruffles for the sleeves. I think it turned out totally adorable and the fun, zig-zag fabric really gets to shine. I used some purple-blue rayon bemberg lining for the pockets, in an attempt to reduce bulkiness, since the fabric is a quilting cotton.








I also made my favorite thing, bias binding, to finish the neckline and hem. When cutting the dress out, there was a limited amount of fabric, so that I just got all the pieces to fit, but couldn't really arrange things to help the zig-zag stripes match up at the seams. You can see that on my pocket close-up shot. But let's focus on the adorable sleeves. Now I'm determined to make another Laurel for me (at some point) with this sleeve style. I just think it's too cute not to have one for myself.





7 comments:

  1. Tres cute! How good of you to make a dress for your friend at work. And that fabric is so fab!

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  2. These are so adorable and so '60's! Love both of them-- you're a great friend!

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  3. I love those sleeves! I really regret that I didnt make them on my first Laurel. But I am thinking of making a new one whit those sleeves:) feel free to have a look at my blog:) would would love to have you over:) http://trollemors-hverdag.blogspot.com (Stitches & Pearls)

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  4. I love it! Ruffle sleeves are great and that fabric is ultra cool. You're so generous to make this for a friend! :)

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  5. Sooo cute!!! I love the ruffle sleeves and the print!

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  6. Gorgeous! That print is great. And the sleeves are fantastic.

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  7. Oh this is just the cutest!! Love those ruffled cuffs!!

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