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Burda 5/2010 #128
We bought the fabric for this blouse at Paron's Annex in NYC last winter, and decided to keep it for this fall's wardrobe. I think the color is most definitely scrubs green, but I'd never tell her that. She could have chosen ivory or pink, but she wanted the green. I hope she still likes it! I had her chose a blouse from one of this year's Burda magazines. It could be whatever she wanted, but it had to be from this year's Burdas. She chose #128 from 5/2010:
She wanted only one fitting change: to make it a little longer in the waist. That was easy. So far this is what I've done:
I constructed the blouse differently that the instructions. I sewed the shoulder seams, then set in the sleeves, then sewed the side seams and underarm seams as one long seam. I've done this frequently with men's shirts and my own shirts, and since the pattern was well drafted, it wasn't a problem. I then added the peplum.
It still needs hems, a collar, and a facing/placket, and I think I'm going to depart from the instructions for the collar/facing part, too. I should be able to finish this one up in time to show it you tomorrow, but I'm not 100% sure she's going to like it. I may only finish it part way and then see what she thinks. No point wasting time finishing something she'll hate and never wear. Ask me how I know!
The good news is that I already have buttons if she wants me to finish it:
I then need to get going on her birthday dress - which she hasn't decided on yet (let's hope she like what she picks and tells me she loves once she sees it made up!). She'll be home tonight from being away all week, so I'll ask her tonight or tomorrow!
Q/A: A few days ago, Carolyn asked, "You are making your daughter such pretty pieces, does her school have a dress code? Because my dd's lived in jeans and...so it is really interesting to see you make such a different wardrobe for your daughter. " Yes, her school (private, Christian) does have a dress code. She has to wear skirts/tops or dresses that meet a certain length and neckline standard. This has not changed since she was in kindergarten. There are certain days where the students may wear jeans/pants and other casual clothes; usually this is for outdoors activities or activities where skirts/dresses are just not appropriate. Believe me, it would be much easier to buy 5 pairs of jeans, some cute tops, a hoodie, tennis shoes and be done with school shopping!
Parting Shot: Sparkly. While in Salt Lake City, I could not resist a few trips to Decades, a vintage clothing/accessory shop. I will have to say that I have visited quite a few vintage clothing shops in my travels and this is one of the largest and most complete for both men and women. There was so much neat stuff, but I had very little space in my suitcase to bring anything large home. I settled for some nice sparkly jewelry which I think will work well with my sweaters and other clothes for the fall.
10 comments:
Wow, a dress code like that would be difficult for my 9 year old. She dislikes dresses. Since we are in a hot climate, shorts/capris are ok, no tank tops, so I buy Lands End twill athletic shorts and t-shirts from Walmart and supplement with some handmade tops she helps to design. I insist that she cannot wear anything too "old" of a tshirt theme and the shorts be full cut and not too short, which is why the L.E. shorts are perfect.
Love the green, love the bling!
I can see the red brooch and earrings with your wedding suit and the black/red top you originally made for it.
also, unless the green is photographing lighter, it doesn't look scrub green to me, just a light mint. Hope your daughter likes it!
Hey, Summerset, just got an email from Lion Brand Yarn, this knit cardigan looks like something you would like:
http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/90496AD.html?noImages=&utm_source=20100806_Aug06&utm_medium=Emails&utm_campaign=Weeklynewsletter&utm_content=P-SketchbookCardigan
I love the amber/red jewelry set. If you get tired of it, let me know.
Mint green is a fabulous color. One of the first adopted by medical personel to make themselves seem less remote. But yes, these days it does conjour up visions of doctors and nurses. The key to using it, is careful shape seletions and embellishment. I think you've got that covered.
Lovely blouse, she's got good taste, just like her Mom! I'm starting Back to School Sewing, too. Not too much, just a few pieces she's excited to wear. Keep up the good work!
Love the vintage pieces! And I was so happy to see the blouse your daughter had chosen. . .I just traced it myself! So nice to see it worked up in person before I try it out.
El
Thanks for answering my question! Only one DD went to a private Christian school and she wore a uniform.
The jewelry haul is awesome! I especially love the yellow/green flower...beautiful!
I'm glad you made it to Decades! I've only been once, but I fell in love with it (and the shop cat) immediately...which is why I will really have to watch myself when I go back. I can't break the bank, you know!
Love the style of this blouse.
And what nice vintage jewelry.
Trudy
www.sewingwithtrudy.blogspot.com
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