I bought a pile of vintage patterns last spring. I only got around to making two of them. This summer, I hope to make several more.First is my 1960's Simplicity pattern 4426 - I made view three, highlighted in blue. I lengthened the skirt. Although I made the dress last spring, I took the photos yesterday.
Next up is my 1950's McCall pattern 4527 - The photos for this dress were taken last April.
One of the reasons I wanted to make this dress was that I thought the skirt would be fuller, not so.
My fabric has small pink polka-dots, which you can hardly see.
In the end, I wasn't happy with this dress; perhaps I would have liked it better with a different choice of fabric.
Can't wait to see what this summer brings.
Do you have any sewing plans for this spring or summer?
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Oh, these dresses are so beautiful! It reminds me of dresses my mother wore! You did a great job sewing them!
ReplyDeleteOooh, clearly polka dots are on both our minds this week, dear Hope (hmm, though objectively, when aren't they if you're a vintage loving lass? :)). These pale, sweet pink ones are especially darling. I can't help think that this lovely fabric would make for a great classic 1950s mother and daughter(s) matching dress set. Have you ever make matching garments for yourself and your kids? (In any fabric, I mean.)
ReplyDeleteBig hugs,
♥ Jessica
Hello Jessica,
DeleteI once made a myself a yellow dress and made my a dress for my daughter and little shorts outfit for my son from the same fabric. You would think that I might have done that more often. Hmmm.....
Love seeing you here!
♥Hope
Hope, those are darling! You could be used as a model for vintage patterns. Just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSewing and I don't really get along. I can do simple things, and even quilts with a guide right beside of me. :)
I failed misserably at sewing in high school, but passed with flying colors in the cooking part.
Have a beautiful blessed day!
Joy! Debbie