Wednesday, November 11, 2009

"Peasant Disguise" | Maid Marian Inspired Dress



Inspired by Maid Marian's "peasant disguise" in Robin Hood BBC. I set off to recreate this dress for the Maid Mariain Fashion weekend, but was unable to finish in time.

::Inspiration:::


::My Version::

 

::Pattern::


Pattern Description: MISSES’ DRESS IN TWO LENGTHS: Princess seamed dress has back ties on all views and patch pockets on view B.

Pattern Sizing: I cut a size 10 

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Nope, as I made changes to the design.

Were the instructions easy to follow? So easy I didn't use them. :P

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? The pattern is baggy and doesn't look right. But, with my design changes it looks fine.

Fabric Used: Calico from Jo-Anns.

Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: YES! I shortened the longest length, it was easier then lengthen the pattern. Changed the length of the sleeves, and added ruffles to the sleeves and neckline. I also added lacing to the side.

Would you sew it again? Have no need to.

Would you recommend it to others? Only if they wanted to copy Maid Marian's dress.

9 comments:

  1. I like your version better than Marian's. ;) The color is pretty too.

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  2. Nice, you did a good job with the lacing.

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  3. Like it!! I really like the lacing, and I think that's my favorite part!

    ~ Hanne-col

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  4. Ashley and Gabrielle,
    We tagged you! :-)
    ~"Elinor"

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  5. I love it! You did a great job! Such a bummer you didn't get to enter it into the contest! I also made a Maid Marian dress! I wasn't chosen, but there was alot better outfits on there than mine!
    In Christ,
    Natasha
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    www.natashaatkerson.blogspot.com

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  6. I love it, Ashley!! =) And I have to agree- I like your dress better than the original. =)

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  7. Aw, Thank you! You girls are too sweet! =)

    Thank you, for the tag "Dashwood" sisters! ;)

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  8. What a beautiful dress! I am the newest follower to this amazing blog and I would love if you came by my blog and followed me. I loved the extra things that you added to your dress too!

    Many blessings,
    Maggie

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