Just finished!

New to the collection is this dress I just finished. Having gotten the pattern for free I was willing to re-size it since it was for McCalls sizes 16-22. Fortunately for me the chart on the back included my expected amount of fabric for my size, and from there it was a snap. This is the second time I've used this pattern, the first time was a little more of a test. This time, though, I picked a fabric I knew would translate well into this style of dress.

I had to make a few alterations to the pieces this time around, and in combination with my dress form I now have a very well fitted dress to enjoy whenever. I think I like this fabric even more now that I've turned it into something. Next up is this a project with this fabric, it might be a skirt but I just don't know!

It's been a long time...

Wow, I knew it had been a while but geez. In between moving and everything I haven't had time to post. I have had even less time to work on projects until just recently. One by one I will share my projects I've completed and as I finish the ones in progress. Maybe first I'll share this:

Yes, its a mod of an Amy Butler pattern! I really enjoy this pattern, the Anna tunic. It is comfy and can be worked with for all sorts of things. This time I switched up the yolk and didn't use buttons. Instead I put in a side zipper. I knew I didn't want one too long, so I just made the cami length but decided to offset the funky yolk with a paneled bottom which is long enough to flair out over the hips. It was a great day project for a previously planned event, but when plans went awry it was ok because movie date made up for it!

More to come,
Kimberly