Thursday, September 22, 2011

Red taffeta dress finished, yay!!!

It is done! My first piece of modern sewing, a red silk taffeta dress made specifically for my cousin's wedding this Saturday. It's not perfect, but I've learned a whole lot and I really like the result.














I am especially fond of the collar and neckline, I feel incredibly comfortable in it! If only the lining would stop popping out... I have hand sewn around the neckline which made it look much better, but still the lining pops out. I guess I should place some stitches further in, keeping the flimsy fabric away.










Now, it doesn't look like it in the pictures but just before the photo shoot I carefully ironed the skirt... But obviously the taffeta doesn't want to stay neat and tidy, as it took about 10 seconds to undo the ironing.









Now, I can't wait to get started with my next sewing project!

4 comments:

  1. Tackar! Ja, jag tror inte jag behöver skämmas iallafall nu på bröllopet, även om det finns småsaker som kunde gått bättre. :P

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  2. This is a very cute dress. I love the collar!

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  3. Thanks Kathy! Yeah the collar is my favourite part to, I love the contrast of a rather high collar AND such a deep cleavage...

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