The dreaded sleeve. Looking through many of my recent garments I came to realise that I was subconsciously (or perhaps consciously) avoiding making a garment with sleeves. A long sleeved garment is perfect for European wintery days, so I decided to tackle my fears head on. I drafted a bell shaped sleeve, a Peter Pan type collar and cuffs. I am fairly pleased with how the dress turned out... though I am still having problems with fitting sleeves.
Once again we visited the many parks in and around Berlin to take these photos in the snow. I was very thankful for the long sleeves as it was pretty damn cold. So it looks like I will continue to have a love hate relationship with the dreaded sleeves ....though I will conquer you one day!
Once again we visited the many parks in and around Berlin to take these photos in the snow. I was very thankful for the long sleeves as it was pretty damn cold. So it looks like I will continue to have a love hate relationship with the dreaded sleeves ....though I will conquer you one day!
Photos: michael dooney
this dress is so cute! I love the fabric you chose <3 you are super talented! I think it turned out amazing :)
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really lovely pictures!
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I love the pictures and the dress is very nice. I can see the problem with the sleeves though. Could you tell which method (book, tutorial etc.) you are using to draft this? Or maybe just show the pattern pieces? I might be able to be of help.
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I haven't really tried to explain drafting and fitting at any great length there, but I draft all the patterns myself.
This dress suits you perfectly. I like the collar! Well done conquering your fears.
ReplyDeleteBEAUTIFUL collar. x hivennn. p.s enter my jeffrey campbell giveaway?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful dress!! I love the pattern! xoxooxo
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty dress :) I often wonder How to tighten skin
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