August 29, 2010

Simplicity blouse

Tomorrow I will be cutting the sleeveless version of this pattern. I want to be able to wear this with a black velvet jacket that I have.
If you look on my archives, I made a top for Caitlin a while back out of this very same Anna Sui fabric, only hers was green and white. I happened to see this version on clearance, as well as the purple version as well. I just loved this fabric so much, that I ended up buying a couple yards of both the black and the purple. It is silk chiffon, and the first time I sewed it, I was a bit terrified that my sewing machine would chew it up for some reason. My fears were unfounded, and it was a dream to sew. I hope this little top comes out the way I'm hoping it will.
Thank you for all the nice compliments on my dress. Caitlin took some shots of me in it.

7 comments:

  1. Beautiful! I love the bodice and the back and all of it. The style and colors are very flattering. I LOVE that Anna Sui fabric too.

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  2. Looking good!
    Can't wait to see the next project!
    New hairstyle? Love it.

    Melinda

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  3. I love it! And that Anna Sui fabric is fantastic!

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  4. Very pretty Elizabeth....great modeling skills also!

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  5. i love the dress on you, you've done such a wonderful job! the print is so pretty too.

    and i love that anna sui fabric! the blouse will be lovely i'm sure.

    here's to getting things done! ;)

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  6. you look beautiful in the dress and your own best model!

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  7. You look great- the pattern is just perfect with the fabric !!!

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