I was so happy when Elizabeth of Elizabeth Made This contacted me and asked me to be a part of this challenge. I have had a crazy few months with health issues and other pressing matters, I needed something to get me focused and back into my sewing Mojo so this challenge was just what I needed.
Please go to her page to get more information about the challenge and others who are participating, and find out how you can participate as well.
NIGHT DRESS:
My Night/Evening dress is a sheath dress with keyhole opening at chest, neckband and sleeveless made with a textured stretch black Crepe from Joann Fabric. The Pattern I used is a vintage pattern McCalls 1031,by Designer Geoffrey Beene from 1968, which happens to be the year of my birth. So this pattern is almost 50 years old. I have such a love for anything Vintage. I made no modifications to the pattern. It was a one size pattern, so the fit was perfect. I am very pleased how it came out and can't wait to wear it. I didn't want to take away from the elegance of the dress so I kept my accessories simple and my Vintage patent leather pumps were a perfect match.
I definitely see myself wearing this to a special event or after cocktails .
DAY DRESS:
My Day/Work/Play dress is another
McCalls pattern, McCalls 7119 from spring of last year I think. I picked this pattern because of the Raglan sleeve detail. I have always loved this type bodice because
it helps camouflage my rather large bust, I think so anyway. The fabric I chose is a Rayon Challis from
Fabricmart with a small geometric design thought. I made no changes to the pattern at all. I paired it with my suede brown boots and gold chain necklace.
This dress is perfect for a day in the office, running errands, and or having brunch with friends.
Happy Sewing!!!
So cute- I love both of your dresses! I also love that you have a pattern from your birth year! I bought one from my birth year a few months ago- it will be my first vintage pattern!
ReplyDeleteThanks Meg. I thought it was an awesome thing to do as well. I think I will do one every year. I love Vintage patterns, they are a little easier for me. Have fun.
DeleteOoooooh! Both of these are cuteness! Really love the day dress. That looks like it would be awesome in any colour or print.
ReplyDeleteThanks Abbey. Appreciate it.
DeleteAwesome, love both dresses.
ReplyDeleteThanks Alethia
DeleteI couldn't wait to see your rendition of the Day/Night rendition Melanie! I knew you would dazzle me and you did!
ReplyDeleteThank you Faye. I appreciate you friend.
DeleteLove both dresses Melanie! I cannot wait to make M7119!
ReplyDeleteThanks Judith, and I love yours as well.
DeleteThat black dress is so beautiful. A pattern dated back to 1968 what also happens to be your year of birth. What a match! The day dress with the boots looks very stylish.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sonja. Yes I think I will day Birth Year Feature every year. I thought that was fun.
DeleteGreat job on both dresses! I love the neckline details of the night dress. The day dress is super cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks Rachel.
DeleteOne word for both dresses: SEXY!
ReplyDeleteYou are working both those dresses! I'm loving them both! You definitely chose some great patterns that work so well on you!
Thankd Doja.
DeleteI love both dresses, they look great on you!
ReplyDeleteThanks you Levone. Thanks so mucch.
DeleteBoth of these are such fun dresses. I love the vintage style of the night dress, and you did a great job with the wrap style too. Both of these dresses just look like you! Thanks for all of your hard work Melanie! I'm so glad you were able to be a part of this.
ReplyDeleteThank you for choosing me Elizabeth I had a fun time, and I am looking forward to your next venture. You are an awesome seamstress and I love to see your work.
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