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Thursday, April 21, 2011

Where does the time go?

*Note: there's a link to a giveaway at the end you won't want to miss!*
I joined the Sew Sweetness sew-a-long. Here's the flickr group to see all the fabulous fabric choices. 


I don't know what this material is, but it's really silky, flowy, and made an incredible mess with fraying. Even the pins slid out before I could get the seams sewn. Oh, never again!
Cotton would have been a much better choice--there's my recommendation in case you decide to try this dress. It went together rather quickly and the instructions were easy to follow. Yes, a beginner could make it.  



  The last time I made something truly wearable was a prom dress back in '87 so this was pretty trippy. Speaking of trippy, I think the dress matches my official summer shoes quite nicely. 
And bonus! I'm about 6 feet tall! 

And here's a link to a generous blog! iCandy handmade is hosting a you-pick-'em, 5-yard giveaway from Raspberry Creek Fabrics.

5 comments:

  1. Hi Duff - impressed at your sewing ability, I have never been able to pay attention to detail enough to sew clothes. I appreciate your size 11 support!!! When I looked at your profile, I had to laugh at your enjoyment of spooking little kids on Halloween - as my boys outgrew the collecting candy excitement, frightening others has become sooooo much fun! :) THANKS for the support, I'm gonna follow you too!

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  2. My the dress looks fabulous! LOVE it! Happy Easter to you!!!

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  3. You are so brave to tackle a dress! Love it, and the fabric. Simply maarrrvelous darling!

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  4. Love the dress! And you look absolutely fantastic!! You inspire me...

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  5. Very impressive sewing going on here!! AND very BRAVE sewing with the fabric choice!! :) I tend to use a Teflon foot anytime I have to sew "slippy" or "sticky" fabric..saves my sanity. Can that qualify as a random thing about me since I forgot to put one for the giveaway??!! Hope I don't get disqualified!! ;)

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