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Tres bien ensemble

I Got Stripes

1/13/2016

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HELLO and HAPPY NEW YEAR! I don't know about you, but I hit the ground running in 2016. I've got new projects from new to me patterns to share with you, but first, I have a few things piled up from last year to get out of the way. 
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First, some old business. This is the last of the M6886 dresses I stitched up during fall2015. I have nothing new to say about this pattern. I love it (clearly). This time, I used a stash fabric to sew. It's a black/white striped cotton jersey that was purchased from an estate sale.  
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Of all the projects I've made, the dresses I've sewn from this pattern along with the Rachel wrap dresses I sewed during the same period of time have been the most regularly rotating garments in my daily wardrobe. They're instant gratification garments. They're super easy to sew, and super easy to wear. They're great blank slates too, which makes them versatile during season changes and wonderful for accessorizing and layering. 
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My love for these patterns is further fueled by the flattery and compliments I field  each time I wear one of the garments I've made using them. And, then there's the comfort. My goodness; the comfort!

Overall, 2015 was an enormous year for me in terms of sewing in regard to skill building, production, figuring out what I want from my clothing and building confidence in my own abilities. I feel closer than ever to my long-standing goal of a completely me-made wardrobe. 
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I'm not a "resolutions" person. But, I will say that I hope to continue evolving and developing my skills this year. I want to keep pushing myself to try new things and tackle new types of projects.  And, damn it, I am going to make 2016 the year of trousers, I'm determined.

Are you making plans & lining up projects, or are you throwing caution to the wind?  
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Elle link
1/13/2016 08:28:23 am

Your style continues to be an inspiration to me! You always look so comfortable, happy and stylish in your makes.

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Michelle link
1/13/2016 02:14:06 pm

Awe. Thanks! I really do have a lot of fun sewing and knitting garments. :-D

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bunny
1/13/2016 09:01:15 am

This dress looks great as usual! I like how you've styled it here for cold weather too. That leads me to my question...how do these long dresses work with tights/leggings? I love wearing skirts and dresses but always have a harder time in the winter dealing with the clinging nature of knits on tights. I use slips but I don't know if I could deal with an ankle length slip plus dress all day. Do you have an issue with these long dresses in winter? Thanks!

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Michelle link
1/13/2016 10:32:01 am

Oh, winter! It's incredibly difficult to avoid static when it's dry, isn't it?

Some of the best ways I've found to deal with static for knit dresses with tights are:
1. Don't over dry. I hang dry my tights, and pull my knit dresses out of the dryer while they're still a little damp so they retain a bit of moisture in the fibers of the fabric.

2. I use lotion on the outside of my tights. It sounds strange. I thought so too when I read it online, but it really does help. I use just a small amount of an unscented, uncolored lotion. I rub it together in my hands first then apply it to my legs over the top of tights.


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Heather link
1/17/2016 09:48:43 am

This one looks fabulous too - especially with your cowl and jean jacket. I really need to up my accessory game. I'm looking forward to the year of the trousers!

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Randi
1/18/2016 05:56:20 pm

Super cute, love the dress and the way you've styled it makes a great outfit for myriad occasions. Great tip on using lotion to keep down static on tights - I've never heard that before!

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Melanie
1/24/2016 08:42:00 pm

Thanks so much for sharing your posts about this pattern. It looks great on you! You inspired me to make one of my own, and I love it! On my second version, I'll take your advice on the swayback adjustment. I really enjoy your blog, thank you!

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Abu Saeed link
1/28/2016 11:29:31 am

Excellent post with nice blue stripes. Thanks admin for share
this awesome content with beautiful images.

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Fabrics Usa Inc link
2/7/2016 09:11:42 pm

Superb dress, looking good and lovely the dress and the way you've styled it makes an excellent dress for wedding party.

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