07-15-2014, 03:19 PM
So I bought this packet of Blythe patterns, trying to sew something -different-, and I was really excited that one of them contained instructions for three different styles of dresses (with additional options on top of that!) sewn from vintage handkerchiefs. I've always loved handkerchiefs and had a whole collection when I was a kid, hand me downs from my Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Great Aunts, and the like. I wonder if that collection is still around somewhere! :3
Anyway, I picked the simplest seeming dress in the lot and made a dress for my Lavinia.
It was my first time sewing something with a lining; I didn't want to deviate from the instructions (even though my fabric wasn't that sheer). It's a luscious linen fabric, sewing with it was a dream!
This pattern was designed to showcase one of the (usually ornate) corners of the handkerchief:
Even though this one was relatively simple, I think it turned out pretty. I used an edge with the trim to do the skirt, which left cute detailing in the back:
Seeing her in this dress, I decided she simply had to be a southern belle in training (and oh, how her Momma frets over those freckles!) A pale linen dress is a perfect way to survive a long summer day in the humid climate! :3
Anyway, I love this pattern and can't wait to make one of the other handkerchief ones. I think I'll do the pinafore/apron style for my other Dal Millie, since the fabric of the other handkerchief is quite sheer and good for layering.
And this is what I was up till 4 am making last night!
Anyway, I picked the simplest seeming dress in the lot and made a dress for my Lavinia.
It was my first time sewing something with a lining; I didn't want to deviate from the instructions (even though my fabric wasn't that sheer). It's a luscious linen fabric, sewing with it was a dream!
This pattern was designed to showcase one of the (usually ornate) corners of the handkerchief:
Even though this one was relatively simple, I think it turned out pretty. I used an edge with the trim to do the skirt, which left cute detailing in the back:
Seeing her in this dress, I decided she simply had to be a southern belle in training (and oh, how her Momma frets over those freckles!) A pale linen dress is a perfect way to survive a long summer day in the humid climate! :3
Anyway, I love this pattern and can't wait to make one of the other handkerchief ones. I think I'll do the pinafore/apron style for my other Dal Millie, since the fabric of the other handkerchief is quite sheer and good for layering.
And this is what I was up till 4 am making last night!