I’m back with a little bit of exciting news, a new sewing project. I’m a big fan of the Sewing Bee and have been inspired by the Tea Dress Challenge from episode one of the current (newly started) series. As soon as I saw one of the dress patterns, I knew I had to make it. The pattern is Butterick B6130.
My only problem seems to be - which fabric to use ? I love the fabric used in the TV show and would like something similar. Needless to say, I’ve wasted many hours looking online for the perfect fabric. I haven’t found my dream fabric but there’s something quite close in my sights.
The fabric in my photo story is the possible ‘ones and is a cotton from Seasalt. I think, I’d prefer a more muted range of colours but in this abstract type print. I’ll keep looking, for now.
In the meantime, I do have lots and lots of fabric in my stash, obviously! One of the issues I have, is that the dress pattern asks for 3m plus of fabric and I don’t have much in that length. However, I’ve been looking at the pattern, in detail, and have an idea to incorporate the lovely bodice bit with a much reduced skirt part. I’ve just completed the Merchant&Mills Factory Dress and this garment has a lovely skirt section with pockets - I love the fit and look of the dress. So, I’m thinking, I could create a new version of the Butterick B6130 using the Factory Dress inspired skirt element. I will have lots of fabric choices for this version. When I find the perfect fabric (or decide on the Seasalt fabric) I can make the Butterick dress as per the pattern. That’s my plan. My job later today is to delve into my stash and see what I can find.
Thanks for calling in today. I’ll be back next Monday with another Making Chat post.
Keep safe.
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