I was supposed to be showing you a completed sling bag. This is as far as I got on that sling bag. It is coming right along, but I had to put this project on hold because one of my sisters is going to have a special birthday and I wanted to give her a special present, worthy of such an occasion.
I made plans for her birthday present last September and cut out all the pieces for a dress, using this pattern. I love this pattern. I love this style of dress and the instructions. This makes the 5th dress that I have made using this pattern.
Something I did differently this time was to cut my own bias strips and make homemade bias tape. I decided to use a contrasting print to give the inside of the dress a pretty little secret.
I added a snap at the top corner and in few places where the bust tends to pull.
Another fancy thing that I did was finish all the seams with my homemade bias tape. You can see them in this picture of the dress turned inside out
I used some tiny hand stitches.
I tried the dress on just to show it modeled on my blog here.
I had to diet for two weeks to fit into the dress well. That is called blogging dedication.
I have yet to sew the buttons on. You can tell, if you zoom in. I have to make a trip to town to buy some.
I think this dress is going to look amazing on my sister. I already know that this cut looks good on her because I used this pattern to make her a dress years ago. I can't wait to give it to her!
The last project that I did this month was to repair a dress that I had made 13 or 14 years ago for my sister who was 12 or 13 at the time. I made a major mistake when I sewed all the seams with machine embroidery thread. All the seams in positions of stress split. It was kind of embarrassing. I am finally getting around to repairing this dress.
I re-sewed many of the seams that I could get to: sleeves, side bodice left and right, waist, skirt panels.
I have another sister that is turning 13 this year. I am hoping that she can wear this and enjoy it.
And that sums up this post: two dresses for two sisters.
I hope you're getting to do things that you enjoy this summer!
Another fancy thing that I did was finish all the seams with my homemade bias tape. You can see them in this picture of the dress turned inside out 
I used some tiny hand stitches.
I tried the dress on just to show it modeled on my blog here.
I had to diet for two weeks to fit into the dress well. That is called blogging dedication. 
7 comments:
Lucky sisters. I loved the way you used your homemade bias tape. Makes the dress very special.
annie
Thank you, Annie! I appreciate your comment. :)
Both dresses are so lovely! The pink one has a Grace Kelly vibe. You are so talented, and I'm sure your sisters will be delighted with their beautiful dresses!
Blessings,
Alyssa
Thank you for taking time to write a comment, Alyssa! I had to look up who Grace Kelly was. She had very feminine style.
Thanks for stopping by!
I feel so special 🥰 Even more so now that I know how long you’ve been planning for this. I can’t wait to fit into it. And I’m thoroughly impressed with all the homemade bias and hand stitching! And when I saw the extra snaps I was excited; you know just the things I’d value in a dress. Anyways, the whole thing is most special because I can’t imagine making the time to sew something with such intricate care, but you did - for me. 🥰
You are special!!🥰 Happy birthday! 🎂
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So pretty!! You did a great job with both dresses. Makes me want to pull out my sewing machine again.
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