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[Myn]

I've been scrolling back looking at all the creations, and all I can say is you guys are amazing. And that I'd better get cracking so I can show something off too! I do a much better job buying patterns than actually sewing them up. :eusa_doh: Thanks for the inspiration though!

 

[Last_Chael]

Pink Dahlia that skirt is gorgeous! I LOVE circle skirts, they're so easy to make and incredibly versatile! They can be attached to a waistband and made into a skirt, or they can be attached to a bodice for a dress. Almost all the dresses I make have circle skirts as they're very flattering on me. It's a great way to make lots of different dresses in an easy way

Actually I'm writing a tutorial for circle skirts for the Australian Costumer's Guild newsletter, COZtume. I'm also working on a 50's style petticoat tutorial as well

 

[Pink Dahlia]

Pink, I started this same dress some time ago and never finished it. I have been sewing for some time and don't think I did anything wrong the so far product is just a little screwy. I will have to break it out again and figure out what went wrong!

I agree with you about the dress. It doesn't seem to flow like the majority of the dresses I've made especially on the hips. Almost like it needs more gores or something.

 

[deadpandiva]

I've been scrolling back looking at all the creations, and all I can say is you guys are amazing. And that I'd better get cracking so I can show something off too! I do a much better job buying patterns than actually sewing them up. :eusa_doh: Thanks for the inspiration though!

I am the same way.

 

[RedHotRidinHood]

I made this a looooooooong time ago but this is the first time I've worn it. Blame the 3 inch belt buckle. It was damn near impossible to find!

It's just a simple circle skirt.

Which pattern did you use? It's very cute on you!!

 

[mrswheats]

McCall's high waisted pencil skirt

Meggan,

The pattern number for the pencil skirt is M5590.

 

[ShannonMB]

Polynesian Paradise.

We went to a big band dance with a polynesian paradise theme. Soooo much fun...did some swing dancing (which I'm terrible at). I whipped out this dress the morning of the dance. It's a merging of a shirt pattern and a jumper pattern.

 

[deadpandiva]

Wow!! The dress is lovely. I love your whole look.

 

[Sunny]

^ What she said! The dress, the print, the pattern, the shoes, the hair, the flower, the makeup - it all goes extremely well together for a period look, and the impact is extremely flattering. And I love your smile! Way to go! :eusa_clap

 

[BeBopBaby]

You look like a million bucks in that picture, Shannon!

 

[Pink Dahlia]

Which pattern did you use? It's very cute on you!!

I used the pattern we bought that day. I simply shortened a bit.

And really? I like to call it the "poor girl can't afford crinoline" look.

 

[Fifties*Freak]

Shannon you look wonderful! I agree with everyone that your whole look flows together nicely. Your smile made me smile.

 

[leaette]

i'm extremely envious that you can just whip up a dress that quickly. And...make it look good too.

 

[mrswheats]

not vintage, but fun

I made these last year for Halloween for the hubby and myself (we went as Cobra Commander and The Baroness)

His hood took FOREVER to get right, especially appliquing the teeny little COBRA symbol. But it was a lot of fun

 

[Cherry_Bombb]

I made these last year for Halloween for the hubby and myself (we went as Cobra Commander and The Baroness)

His hood took FOREVER to get right, especially appliquing the teeny little COBRA symbol. But it was a lot of fun

You did a great job! And those are costumes you can wear again!!

 

[epr25]

Shannon that's a great photo! I love that dress and your shoes are super cute too!

 

[Josephine]

I made these last year for Halloween for the hubby and myself (we went as Cobra Commander and The Baroness)

Those are KICK ASS!!! :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[mrswheats]

Aw, shucks, thanks! They really were SO much fun to wear (nothing like dressing like a villainess to make a girl feel sassy).

 

[Lady Day]

I made these last year for Halloween for the hubby and myself (we went as Cobra Commander and The Baroness)

His hood took FOREVER to get right, especially appliquing the teeny little COBRA symbol. But it was a lot of fun

Those costumes are pretty rad.

No, way rad!

I finally got these pics up, a dress I made fora friend. She has not had the opportunity to wear it yet, but I hope to see her in it soon!

Its from an Eva Dress pattern.

You can check out the process here.

LD

 

[mrswheats]

Lady Day, all I can say is "ooooooo". Gorgeous dress!