A simple bias-bound neckline trimmed with a little red velvet ribbon.
But what the dress is all about is the stitched-down pleats. I love it, she loves it!
Monday, December 17, 2007
Vintage Teen Dress: Butterick 9201
A little sewing for Bella this week-- luscious warm brown flannel with rosebuds from a happy 1950s pattern. For my tiny but statuesque daughter I used a Junior size 13; her wide shoulders fit right into the larger size. Thanks to the sewing wizards at Sense and Sensibility, I know all about taking darts in the neckline so was able to cope with the resulting gape. I must say that the bodice is absolutely riddled with darts, but who cares? The fit is nice, and that's what matters.
A simple bias-bound neckline trimmed with a little red velvet ribbon.
But what the dress is all about is the stitched-down pleats. I love it, she loves it!
A simple bias-bound neckline trimmed with a little red velvet ribbon.
But what the dress is all about is the stitched-down pleats. I love it, she loves it!
How pretty and I love the fabric, share your source please:-)))
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAhhh.....perfection!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely fantastic, Anna1
ReplyDeleteThat dress is just beautiful on her. The fit is perfect!
ReplyDeleteShe's gorgeous, as is the dress. My daughter , Autumn studies the pictures of Bella each time you show one. She's in love with the African-American hair, and her velvety skin.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful dress! I must sew more often to work on getting better. Thank you for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteMelissa
http://homeschoolblogger.com/kaysmarmey
Beautiful! The dresses you sew make me long to be able to use my sewing machine Half as well.
ReplyDeleteThat's beautiful and Bella looks so classic and feminine in it!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful dress for a beautiful young lady!
ReplyDeleteVery lovely dress and your daughter is just beautiful ! Hope you and your family are having a blessed Christmas Season.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,Shelley
I enjoy your blog so much and this dress(and your daughter) are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWow, she looks gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteOh, that is so pretty and feminine. She looks beautiful in it! Those pleats are amazing! I adore looking at the dresses (and other stuff) that you make. I wish so badly I could sew that well! Aside from the clothing, my favorite thing you made...it was that little Happy Dog you made for Daisy, remember? He had such a sweet, simple face...Oh, how I loved him :o)
ReplyDeleteAnne, I have been reading your blog for two+ years and I can't believe how Bella is growing into such an elegant lady!
ReplyDeleteI check in often, b/c your blog is one of my favorites. It brings a calm feeling after a day of homeschooling, daily activities, and home-keeping! It makes me remember why it is al worth staying home.
Beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBella is beautiful.
Bella and her new dress are lovely.
ReplyDeleteWow! Great job, love how that red trim & buttons just pop. The waist & pleats are very flattering. Can you show us a closer look at the neck & bodice? It would be helpful! Thanks to Bella for modeling so we could enjoy her new dress, too.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Leslie
Merry Christmas
She looks like a picture out of a book...lovely all around!
ReplyDeleteKimmie
mama to 6
one homemade and 5 adopted
It's a beautiful dress.
ReplyDeleteLovely! I too would like to see a close up of the neckline darts and waist with pleats.
ReplyDeleteWhere do you get nice flannel?