Accomplishment!

[clevermanka]

The new Smoker costume is done--lining and all. I probably say this about every costume when I finish it, but it's my favorite! I'm happy with the mixed-metals theme (I used both gold and silver on it, to make it mix-and-match-able), and the pieces that drape around the belt and bra are (I think) very flattering. I exacerbated my still-sore left wrist, though, and did a number on my right one, too, from attaching all the coins and bells to the drape chains. Oops.

I'm about halfway done with the dress for the wedding. I picked View B of a pattern that isn't like anything I've ever worn or made before, but it had three things going for it:

1. It's wedding-appropriate*.

2. The style will survive the seasonal transition to the other two weddings I've got later this fall.

3. It's an A/B/C/D cup-sized pattern and it's princess-seamed, so I knew I wouldn't have to do a lot of extra fitting for it. In fact, don't tell anyone, but I didn't even make a mock-up.

I hope to finish the dress this evening! Yay!

*I've seen some appalling clothing choices at weddings recently, so I've decided to pay more attention to what I wear to them. Bad clothing choices at weddings are beginning to rival those seen at funerals. Yes, I am very conservative when it comes to fashion and certain social functions. Sue me.

Comments

[redheadfae.livejournal.com]

Yay for costume completion!

Love that pattern, oh, a v-neck too!

Let me know how it comes out, for sure.

I've picked out a bunch of patterns in that sale, what great deals and they get here in 2 days from Manhattan.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

I'll certainly let you know how it turns out. I cut a size 10 D cup for the top and blended it out into a size 14 at the hip. I tried on the lining after I sewed the shoulder seams, then pin-closed it down the side to test. Looks okay so far!

[rowangolightly.livejournal.com]

IMO, every costume one makes should be their favorite of the moment, or else why make a new one, right?

And that is a lovely pattern that will look great on you. I completely agree with you on attire for weddings and funerals; I'm conservative when it comes to that, too. It boils down to respect, I think.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

Exactly right on both counts.

[renniemom.livejournal.com]

Can't wait to see the new smoker costume!

What fabric are you using for the dress? I love the lines; curious as to whether you're doing a print or solid, etc?

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

It's dark gray, slightly crinkle-textured, with teeny random polka dots--the dots aren't lined up in rows, they're just sort of sprinkled around. So it doesn't scream Polka Dots, you know?

[fitfool.livejournal.com]

I'm impressed by people who can make their own clothes.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

It's just practice, really! Practice and a willing teacher to help you get started.