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Tres bien ensemble

A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock 'N' Roll.

6/29/2015

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Who knew it would be so difficult to photograph a white blouse? Not me. My apologies, for the lack of blouse detail in these images. Fortunately, there's nothing new to see here. (Haha!).
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I feel redundant talking about classic or staple pieces, (then again, I just sewed an entire closet full of the same garments, making redundancy unavoidable); however, classic and staple are the two words that resonate in my mind when I think white blouse and denim skirt.  
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Is there anything you can't wear with a denim skirt?! It's probably apparent from the gushing I did over my shift dress, I'm completely in love with denim at the moment. Someday I'll take the plunge and sew jeans. For now, I'm quite pleased to have denim dresses, and skirts, and shirts, maybe a jacket... don't stop me if if gets out of control. :-D  
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The construction of this skirt is the same as the ones that came before it, except I used flat felled seams, because, well, it's denim. It seemed appropriate. I used flat felled seams on my dress too, which I failed to mention. They really are... flat. They also look very clean and polished on the inside of the garment. 
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I carried the tower placket that I used on my Gingham and Oxford versions of the Archer into this blouse. This sleeve placket it definitely my preferred method and my new default for this pattern. 
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The one issue I had while sewing this blouse is the sheer nature of the fabric. If you've sewn the Archer before, you know that the yoke is comprised of an inner and outer layer that both attach to the lower shirt back. The method for construction is pretty fantastic, that is, with opaque fabrics. My shirting isn't totally sheer, but it has enough translucency that I can see the seam allowance sandwiched between those inner/outer yoke pieces from the outside of the shirt.  I trimmed it as small as I could to make it less obvious. I know it's there, so it bothers me. Most non-sewing people will likely never notice. I would love a better solution. The best idea I've received is from Liz and Meg who suggested that I eliminate the inner yoke piece and french seam if I sew with sheer fabric again. What are your tricks/tips for working with sheer fabrics?  
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Miss Crayola Creepy link
6/29/2015 03:04:24 am

Two great pieces that can be swapped and worn with other garments. Sewing win!

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Carla link
6/29/2015 09:18:00 am

Ahhh Michelle, you look great!! I never would have guessed that skirt was denim!! And I could never tire of classic staple sewing, especially how well you pump them out!! <3

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Kathryn link
6/29/2015 04:21:49 pm

another great combination Michelle, and perfect separates too! I'll be checking back your archer posts for tips when i get to sewing one in the autumn.

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Piper link
6/30/2015 12:48:18 am

French side seams are definitely the key. Thanks for the term tower placket, I didn't know what it was called! You did a fabulous job on the flat felled seams. I am inspired to try them on my next denim sew.

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steph link
6/30/2015 05:55:59 am

If I got such a great fit with classic looks like yours, I'd fill my closet with them, too!!! Another winning combination!

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Heather link
7/2/2015 05:29:11 am

I love these too! So classic and you are right both pieces will go with pretty much everything.
I agree with the suggestions for the french seam at the yoke - I can't really think of a better method. I bet if you emailed Jen@grainline she could give you a suggestion. That lady knows her stuff!

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