Hello everyone,
Can you believe Indie Pattern Month is nearly over? I have seen so many inspiring makes! So for my last entry I have made 2 Giselle dresses. Its a pattern by Kate&Rose for maxi style dresses.
What pattern did you use? Why did you choose it, what appealed about it?
I love the timeless folkwear feel to it. Plus it has a 70s boho feel that I liked.
What fabric did you use? Why did you choose it?
For View A I used a linen and for View B cotton lawn. The lawn has this bold print that just I just loved at sight. Linen is my absolute favourite material to work with. It also a cool fabric for summer.
How did you find the pattern to use – was it good? Was it hard? Would you recommend it?Would you change anything next time?
I have used this pattern before alreay when I made a Winters Giselle dress for Froctober So it already comes with Yes! I would make it again endorsement! I made an adjustment on the bust when I first made it so its TNT now. The instructions are very thorough and good. I love the pockets on the linen dress so I will probably always be adding pockets.
Did you include any fun/interesting/new-to-you details?
Well I used a lot of decorative topstitching on the linen dress. I also used floral bias binding on the neck line for a little pop of colour. The pockets are made in ditsy floral fabric. I love it! I used flat felled seams on the the linen dress. This was a first for me and It makes for a very professional finish. For the sleeveless dress I used black satin bias binding on the armholes and the neckline.
What do you think of your finished garment? Do you like it?
I really love these dresses. So comfy especially on hot days like we had in Essex this weekend! More details and pictures on my blog SaturdayNightStitch
I have thoroughly enjoyed IPM2015 and three cheers to the Monthly Stitch team for all their hard work setting up this wonderful event.
Happy sewing everyone!
Hila
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I love both these dresses. And what a great way to use decorative stitching!
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Thank you!
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Oh, and I forgot to say that I don’t seem to be able to leave comments on your blog.. but I love everything you post! 🙂
Tina.
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Oh I will check that out and sort it. I enjoy your blog too especially you self drafted skirts!
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Oh thanks! I love making skirts… and a jumpsuit coming soon too, I HOPE I will be able to “jump into june” with it 🙂
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I totally understand you like this pattern, because it looks SO GOOD on you! Great dresses, great photos! And the pretty seam details on the blue one are awesome. Well done!
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Thank you! Its amazing how a simple thing like decorative stutching can make a dress something more…love sewing😃
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This is really a versatile pattern, both looks are so different. I can see why it’s one of your favorites, not only because of the different variations, but because they are both so flattering and attractive! Your modeling and pictures are always a treat to look at!
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Aw thanks! 😘.
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You know me and Giselle go waaaayy back, lol! I love it and the pics in the tall grass priceless!!!
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Thanks! I loved your Giselle from Froctober!
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You made some lovely things this month’s Hila, but I think these dresses are my favourite! Well done on taking part in all the challenges!! 😀
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Thank you! I have enjoyed it so much😃.
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Lovely dresses and that print is spectacular! you look so natural in the photos too!
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Thank you!
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Lovely, summer dresses! Your pictures are always so beautiful!
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Thank you! Mr. SNS is getting better at taking pictures too😃
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I love the blue version but they are both great, your photos in the middle of the field are awesome!! Well done! I also want to get this pattern, it looks like the perfect dress for this time of the year!!
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Aw thanks! We had fun taking the pictures. Lucky for me my aunt and uncle live in a very picturesque area 😉
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These look so lovely and I agree about the 70s feel – they look so sweet and fit you so well 🙂
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Thanks Miriam. 😃
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These are lovely – I’ve actually been dying to make this dress as my youngest daughter’s name is Giselle. Seems as good a reason as any to sew a pattern doesn’t it?
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A perfectly good reason indeed! 😂. You would look smashing in the sleeveless maxi though….
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