I've Been Busy! Short Sets

I have not done any sewing for myself in a couple of weeks.  I have been sewing for everyone else except me.  I have a mini vacation coming up next week and wanted to make myself a couple of things, but it does not look like that will happen.  Here is my latest work for others:

Yes I know my dress from is a little hideous.  I plan to do something about that shortly.  She was a garage sale find, and she's perfect for display.  

Happy Sewing

Floral Short Set, Rayon Challis

I made this lovely short set I thought for my upcoming trip to Punta Cana in December to celebrate our 10th year of marriage/anniversary.  I wanted cute little outfits I could wear poolside and in our room.  When I first purchased this fabric, I wasn't in love with it and it sat in my stash for almost a year.  

One day I typed in resort wear in Google to have example of what I wanted to wear, and all these beautiful floral garments popped on the screen.  I knew immediately after that what I wanted to make with this fabric. Needles to say I posted the picture on Facebook, which I do with all my garments, and got several messages asking was I willing to sell it, yep I did just that.  It's gone, and for more money than I could have imagined.  I guess I will be making myself another.  Though I am sure I will not find this fabric, I am sure I can find something close to it.  

 

I used Simplicity 1377 for the shorts, and my beloved McCalls 6359 for the top.  I am pleased how it turned out and glad that someone else will enjoy it as well.

Happy Sewing!

M6359 | Misses'/Women's Tunics | Tank View A

M6359 | Misses'/Women's Tunics | New Sewing Patterns | McCall's Patterns

I just love they way this came out.  It is really flowy and soft.  I used a Jersey Knit.  I made this for a client, but would love to own this in red. 

Happy Sewing!