Well, judging by these pictures I really like half-sleeves. Which is interesting, since most dress I make either have cap sleeves, or are sleeveless. It also looks like I like my lace dress to be more fitted & just below-my-knee. Brilliant! What do you know, talking about this with y'all is helping me decided what I want to do. I really must do this more often.
Another sewing project I have planned is for one of those hi-low skirts {I'll be using the floral voile}. Have you seen them? Well, they've kinda intrigued me lately. Then when my best friend Achaia made one - I knew I just had to try it out for myself. Here are some hi-low skirts that are inspiring me right now for my version.
I tend to like the less drastic hi-low skirts. I think I want the high point to be just-below-my-knees and drop about 5 to 8 inches in the back. I'll have to experiment with different lengths to find the perfect one for me.
The red gingham is for a '50s/J. Crew/Anthro. inspired button down blouse. While the pink twill is for a pair of '50s shorts {think Audrey Hepburn in Sabrina}. But I might put a modern twist on the shorts - like a scallop hem. For the grey voile I haven't decided what to use it for yet. Perhaps some type of top/blouse like the Decades of Style pattern pictured above. Decisions, Decisions.
I just got this dress
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to wear to a wedding this summer. I absolutely love the style and shape of it! It's so retro, yet modern. The only thing I would change would be to put thicker straps on the sleeves of the liner because mine requires strapless undergarments. I'm looking forward to seeing how you do it!
Sounds interesting, I can't wait to hear how they turn out!
ReplyDeleteIn the lace dress pics you have posted, I really like the fourth on on the bottom row, it's very pretty!
Love all your ideas! That is some really cute fabric!
ReplyDeleteI love love love the scallop hemmed shorts! I recently made a scallop hemmed skirt (from Colette Patterns,) and just love it. I also love lace dresses, especially with a sharp blazer a la the picture of Reese Witherspoon:)
ReplyDeleteI love the lace look too!!!
ReplyDeleteP.S. Great skirt givaway on my sister's blog! Check it out :)
http://rachelcoker.wordpress.com/
love the lace dresses, that second one is so gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI agree with you as far as liking the less drastic hi-lo skirts! Somehow, I dont find the dramatic ones all that appealing & also quite cheapy looking. I dont mind the subtle ones though....
ReplyDeletelooking forward to seeing what you come up with!
(when are you coming to visit btw) :P
Cute ideas! I especially like the lace dresses and the hi-low skirts that you posted photos of. Very inspiring! ;)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite pictures of the lace dresses are #5 and #7--so romantic!
ReplyDeleteHere's an idea: You could make the lace dress separate and sew up some undergowns in various colors for versatility.
Looks like you'll be busy this Spring and Summer--fun, fun!
God bless, and happy sewing,
~"Wild Rose"~
@ElsieZyel Oooh. That's a really cute dress!
ReplyDelete@Patrizia Hehe. Not sure yet. *grin*
ReplyDelete@TomWildRose That's a wonderful idea!!
ReplyDeleteI love all the fabrics! can't wait to see the finished products.
ReplyDeleteI'm almost finished with school and when I am I'm planning on doing a LOT of sewing :)
I love the top middle lace dress idea!! So pretty. :) The red floral voile and red gingham is lovely! I'm eager to see your finished projects!
ReplyDeleteSo many fun ideas! I want to come and sew with you, dearie! *smile*
ReplyDeleteYou will love the high-low skirt, trust me. Oh, and I can't wait to see your lace dress, and gingham blouse. I love that bright green one from Anthro! You are making me want to sew something sooo badly...
Hugs~
xoKay
@Achaia I wish we could sew together too. Maybe when I come out to visit y'all we could sew together.
ReplyDeleteI Love all your ideas! That is some really cute fabric! I especially like the lace dresses.
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