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Back in February I'd shared a blouse (HERE) I'd made out of a vintage Indian block printed bedcover using the Wild West dressmaking pattern Liz bought me for Xmas (which also came with the offer of free sewing lessons!)
I decided to tackle the skirt on my own. I'd made loads of skirts in the past so how hard could it be? But after cutting out all the pattern pieces and connecting the skirt panels, I was utterly stumped with something called a Continuous Lap. Yesterday I took my cut-out pieces and the instructions over to Liz's and managed to get the skirt finished in a few hours. It turns out that a continuous lap is a strip of fabric sewn to the V-shaped opening at the back of the skirt where the hooks and eyes are placed. Now I know!
Of course, I HAD to wear both pieces today.
And naturally I had to wear my vintage cowboy boots, handmade in El Paso, found on Vinted.
Eventually I'll be tackling the waistcoat to complete the trio....will it be suede, velvet, calico or corduroy? It all depends on what vintage/second-hand fabric I'll find on my travels, why change the habits of a lifetime and buy new!
It's been a gorgeous day today and we've made the most of the sunshine by visiting a National Trust property and one we've not been inside before. I'll tell you more later in the week once I've sorted through my photos.
See you soon!
Utterly gorgeous! both you and your sewing 😄you've inspired me to drag out my sewing machine - I loves me a waistcoat !
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kate! I'm obsessed with waistcoats, I'm desperate to find the right fabric to make myself the cowgirl one! x
Deletewow, well done and so lovely to have those 'free sewing lessons' with the pattern ;DD
ReplyDeleteLoving that fab outfit, so beautiful colours and prints, delightfully matchy!. And you look particularly gorgeous!.
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Thanks, Monica! Working out the pattern placement took almost as long as sewing it! x
DeleteYou did a fantastic job, the result is impressive. A very pretty outfit. You'll definitely find a matching waistcoat, vintage, of course.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Andrea! Or eve better, cut up a vintage waistcaot and make myself one that fits perfectly! x
DeleteWow well done you. The outfit looks so lovely and great boots . The weather has been joyous today, I actually went without a jacket. Regards Sue H
ReplyDeleteHello Sue! Hasn't it been gorgeous? I was sitting outside with bare arms yesterday! x
DeleteForget the outfit, I loved your jungle black panther best! Lol. Great photo and such concentration, those eyes.
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Thanks so much, Jean! William's loving this gorgeous sunshine, he's been napping in the tortoise pen every afternoon! x
DeleteThat has to be your best outfit and best sewing. What a fabulous outfit. Well done!
ReplyDeleteAwwww, thanks so much, Betty! x
DeleteBeautiful Ensemble! As Captain James T Kirk would've said 'make it sew'! and you did! Great job.xx
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Annie! Jon is currently obsessed with Star Trek and has been binge watching it (away from me!) He'd forgotten how much he loved it! x
DeleteThat skirt is fantastic and looks an absolute treat with the blouse. Well done you (and Liz)!
ReplyDeleteIntrigued about the NT property you visited! xxx
Thanks Ann! Jon was convinced we'd visited the NT property we went to on Wednesday with you and Jos, despite never having set foot in it before! x
DeleteFabulous skirt and blouse, well done you for making it. I find following a pattern very hard and haven't tried for years. I will stick to hand sewing I think. I am a dab hand at altering garments or changing them around.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Carole! I really struggle with following instructions and without Liz's expertise I'd probably have winged it and made it up as I went along! x
DeleteThe outfit is stunning. So glad you got this completed! I hope you celebrated! I love how the fabrics came together. Such lovely work you two did together. It is always helpful to get that second opinion, especially when it comes to skirts. All the best to finding your fabrics for the waist coat. I have noticed vests are really in this season too. I noticed some inspiring ones on H&M. 🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸Thanks so much for being so inspiring. I thrifted two peasant tops at the local thrift place. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Thank you for your comments too. All the best on the hunt for fabrics!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ellie! Liz wasn't sure if the prints would go together but I had faith. I'm so glad waistcoats are having a moment again. I love them! Well done of thrifting two peasant tops, they are always on my wishlist when I'm out hunting. x
DeleteI love it! It looks very professional, and the pattern sequence is perfect. The skirt is exactly what this ensemble needed to finish the look. I love it! Did I already say that? Nice job. Ranee
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ranee! That's so kind of you. x
DeleteI bet you turned a few heads in that amazing outfit. You did really well making that for yourself, the shoulder of that sleeve looks absolutely perfect. xx
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Sue! x
DeleteStunning! You're very talented making that! Mr Woolberforce looks like a cat on a mission there! Has his brother taken up residence yet? Louise (Mids) X x x
ReplyDeleteHello, Louise! Funnily enough, just as I was reading your comment, i looked up and saw Gordon sitting in the hallway, he's getting cheekier by the day!
DeleteLooking the part ..you are so talented.Here in Canada our charity shops are called thrift stores..like you I adore a good rummage and have my favorites.
ReplyDeleteHello, fellow rummager! xxx
DeleteYou did such a good job!! Bravo to you for such a beautiful job! Look forward to hearing of your adventures x
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kezzie!
DeleteGorgeous job on the skirt and blouse. You look amazing in them. I found an Indian jacket in the free room of a thrift not fit for wearing but it made a great cushion cover. I think of you every time I see it.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Marjorie! I hope you share photos of your repurposed Indian jacket when you get around the turning it into a cushion cover!
DeleteYou and your outfit belong in a western movie! Fabulous! X
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jess!
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