tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161170775588638867.post6400996450435753435..comments2024-02-18T06:32:42.950+11:00Comments on Bartacks and Singletrack: Vogue 9023 - sung to a Gershwin tune....Lightning McStitchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11955101913822685967noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161170775588638867.post-86624776456992111452015-11-19T21:33:13.797+11:002015-11-19T21:33:13.797+11:00You're absolutely right there Sharon! I think ...You're absolutely right there Sharon! I think there may be a thirty year window in one's life where empire waist lines do NOT work! :)<br />I am overflowing with sewing ideas for myself.Almost too many things I want to make...Lightning McStitchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955101913822685967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161170775588638867.post-18642453826067942682015-11-19T14:17:01.296+11:002015-11-19T14:17:01.296+11:00Oh wow that side on view is not one anyone wants, ...Oh wow that side on view is not one anyone wants, unless they are pregnant. As long as our Mum likes it you will be fine and something for yourself is long overdue.Sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14691687252337993643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161170775588638867.post-67592613552809018872015-11-10T20:33:02.790+11:002015-11-10T20:33:02.790+11:00I have to confess that while I enjoyed the fabric ...I have to confess that while I enjoyed the fabric selection and concept part, now that the sewing has come around I'm a little bit over it. My treat will be to sew for me next, and hopefully something that looks alright from all angles!Lightning McStitchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955101913822685967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161170775588638867.post-72109594638133369072015-11-09T22:04:29.523+11:002015-11-09T22:04:29.523+11:00It does look nice from the back, but I guess the f...It does look nice from the back, but I guess the front part would work better with a drapier fabric, as you say. I hope we get to see the version you make for your mum, and the details of whatever changes you make. Very kind of you to sew for her - you good daughter, you!marisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14715341254331190992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161170775588638867.post-30217183715593639282015-11-09T11:08:42.241+11:002015-11-09T11:08:42.241+11:00I appreciate the technical compliments, thanks! I ...I appreciate the technical compliments, thanks! I think a drapier skirt fabric will eliminate the preggy belly room. We'll see.....Lightning McStitchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955101913822685967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161170775588638867.post-31782819816244902432015-11-09T11:07:23.784+11:002015-11-09T11:07:23.784+11:00Thanks, but I'm cutting right this minute. I t...Thanks, but I'm cutting right this minute. I think it WILL suit my mum. Always happy to see another pattern though, so, cheers!Lightning McStitchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955101913822685967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161170775588638867.post-65252479723538487602015-11-09T11:00:11.615+11:002015-11-09T11:00:11.615+11:00If you are a bit uncertain about proceeding with t...If you are a bit uncertain about proceeding with the pattern, take a look at Greenstyle Creations Laurel Dress (without the cowl). It's a great base pattern that I have used on all shapes and sizes and is flattering on everyone. I haven't had a bad make from this pattern yet!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161170775588638867.post-55508132777079235172015-11-09T06:28:49.996+11:002015-11-09T06:28:49.996+11:00A longer waistband would help, especially in the s...A longer waistband would help, especially in the same colour as the bodice. A bit of visual distraction like stripes going in the opposite direction, or a different colour would make the waist seem smaller. Instead of a tulip or straight skirt, maybe a slight flair would help balance the pleats? <br /><br />It is beautifully sewn, impressive seam matching and very neat all round. Accordion3https://www.blogger.com/profile/03213639751513402110noreply@blogger.com