So this fabric is everything that is wonderful in the world. First, it is silk which is pretty much the best fiber except for wool. Second, it is purple; I think it is well known that I love purple beyond reason. Third, it is plaid, which I love almost as much as I love purple.… Read More Fifties-style dress with PURPLE PLAID!!!
The making of this garment did not go smoothly because the pattern has a major issue. When I discovered it, I was pretty upset, because I was excited about both the pattern and the fabric. The fabric really is something special. It is a Carolina Herrera wool/silk blend that has a cool textured weave. When… Read More Pattern Problems: Vogue 9126
In my last post about my wedding dress, I got you up to speed on what I had accomplished so far. It took me awhile to take the plunge into starting the actual dress, but I finally have. The first thing I did was prep my muslin (and paper) pattern pieces by cutting off the… Read More Sewing My Wedding Dress: Part 2