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Make It, Wear It! Challenge

wholtorff
Newbie
Posts: 4

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #60 on: June 19, 2010, 04:45:53 PM

This is the first dress I've made for myself where I adjusted for fit. I made a muslin, pinned it, then adjusted the pattern pieces (Simplicity 2917) accordingly. It turned out really well, though there's always room for improvement. It was taken in at the front and sides, and the bust was adjusted. I also removed the zipper since I found I didn't need it to take the dress on and off, and I kind of screwed up its installation anyway!

Last Edit: June 22, 2010, 09:05:52 AM by wholtorff

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elizabethmadethis
Sr. Member
Posts: 478

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #61 on: June 19, 2010, 07:23:56 PM

What a great challenge! I've been enjoying seeing what people have been making. Here's two tops I've made so far. I have a skirt that is hanging at the moment, needing to be hemmed plus another blouse, skirt, and dress in the works.

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~Elizabeth
http://emadethis.wordpress.com

neyney
Newbie
Posts: 15

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #62 on: June 19, 2010, 08:56:59 PM

Finished a shirt for me to match a thrifted skirt. I'm ready for church tomorrow.

http://thekitchenexperiments.blogspot.com/2010/06/teen-qa-inspector-approved.html

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neyney
Newbie
Posts: 15

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #63 on: June 19, 2010, 08:58:22 PM

My newest completed project was a cloned shirt too. It's a must when it's so hard to find shirts that fit good!

Quote from: EdnaMode on June 14, 2010, 10:36:12 AM

The other day I cloned a favorite t-shirt with a friend. I loved how it turned out, and how quick it went together, thanks to knit fabric!

Entire blog post - http://trintje.blogspot.com/2010/06/cloning-favorite-t-shirt.html

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javajane
Newbie
Posts: 16

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #64 on: June 19, 2010, 09:21:50 PM

Quote from: elizabethmadethis on June 19, 2010, 07:23:56 PM

Hi Elizabeth,

I really enjoyed reading your blog, specifically the notes on what you learned with each project. Your batch fitting post was very interesting to me as well as I attempt not only to be more organized with my sewing, but also to make more fitted clothing. Thanks for the inspiration!

Jane

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EJT1019
Newbie
Posts: 1

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #65 on: June 21, 2010, 01:30:35 PM

I made this dress yesterday.

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Trish B.
Newbie
Posts: 5

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #66 on: June 21, 2010, 01:32:21 PM

a dress that I sewed last week for myself using a new pattern... it turned out well and is just right for our warm weather

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catchick6creations
Newbie
Posts: 4

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #67 on: June 21, 2010, 01:35:30 PM

I made this for my daughter and she loves it..so comfy cozy!

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scrapbooker
Newbie
Posts: 23

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #68 on: June 21, 2010, 01:47:39 PM

Looks great!

Quote from: catchick6creations on June 21, 2010, 01:35:30 PM

I made this for my daughter and she loves it..so comfy cozy!

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bethavan
Newbie
Posts: 5

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #69 on: June 21, 2010, 02:46:42 PM

I made this dress using the tutorial for the "Leisurely dress" posted earlier this spring here on SMS.

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bethavan
Newbie
Posts: 5

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #70 on: June 21, 2010, 02:48:54 PM

I made this skirt using Simplicity 2451. I loved this purple and white striped fabric that I found in the remnant section of my local fabric store. I also love the pockets and the pleats on this pattern.

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Laura
Newbie
Posts: 1

Re: Make It, Wear It! Challenge
Reply #71 on: June 21, 2010, 05:10:00 PM

Here is a sweet nightie I made from the most wonderful feeling fabric. It's as light as a handkerchief, washes well, and fits me perfectly. I love it!