Best 4th of July Dress Ever
I've been itching to post about all the sewing I've been doing but the pictures I take of myself are dreadful. So, I brought all of my creations onto my cruise in order to have a fabulous backdrop and a great excuse to take pictures of myself.
What says July 4th more than red, white and blue? A red, white and blue Obama dress on the Diamond Princess in Vancouver!
This dress is Eclair from Colette Patterns. If you sew and you like these designs, buy them all immediately. Her patterns are clear and accurate. Love, love, love.
I did make it a touch big for two reasons: 1) I didn't know that she was the only pattern maker who doesn't lie when she gives final measurements and 2) I didn't know how the fabric would behave when washed. So, I wanted to give myself a bit of room.
Even with the dress a wee bit big, it stayed up all day. And, when I say all day, I mean, all day, through customs, with all of my luggage, dashing around the ship...all day.
I love this dress. I'll definitely make it again. The only change I made to the pattern was that I didn't stitch the lining to the waist. I skipped that because I haven't washed this yet and I think the 2 fabrics might shrink a bit differently.
The main fabric is President Obama Circle Blue (though I refer to it as Obama heads) found at Joann's in Monroeville, PA but you can find it at fabrics.com. The lining is a light blue kona cotton, the ties are a red kona cotton, both bought at Michael Levine, downtown Los Angeles.
I had a ridiculous amount of fun wearing this dress, best 4th of July dress ever.
What says July 4th more than red, white and blue? A red, white and blue Obama dress on the Diamond Princess in Vancouver!
This dress is Eclair from Colette Patterns. If you sew and you like these designs, buy them all immediately. Her patterns are clear and accurate. Love, love, love.
I did make it a touch big for two reasons: 1) I didn't know that she was the only pattern maker who doesn't lie when she gives final measurements and 2) I didn't know how the fabric would behave when washed. So, I wanted to give myself a bit of room.
Even with the dress a wee bit big, it stayed up all day. And, when I say all day, I mean, all day, through customs, with all of my luggage, dashing around the ship...all day.
I love this dress. I'll definitely make it again. The only change I made to the pattern was that I didn't stitch the lining to the waist. I skipped that because I haven't washed this yet and I think the 2 fabrics might shrink a bit differently.
The main fabric is President Obama Circle Blue (though I refer to it as Obama heads) found at Joann's in Monroeville, PA but you can find it at fabrics.com. The lining is a light blue kona cotton, the ties are a red kona cotton, both bought at Michael Levine, downtown Los Angeles.
I had a ridiculous amount of fun wearing this dress, best 4th of July dress ever.
posted by jenna! at
12:07 PM
7 Comments:
Cute dress! It is the perfect frock for celebrating and cruising.
The Colette patterns have caught my eye, especially Parfait. I just not sure that is the best look for me, so I can't commit. I really admire people who wear the strapless dress. It is my lack of wanting to wear proper foundation garments that keep me at bay. But you look so dang cute in your dress!
Looking forward to seeing your other sewing projects in the Alaskan wilds.
I see the evolution. First a love of all things fashion, then an interest in knitting and sewing your own things using others' patterns. I am waiting for the eventual day when you also design the patterns yourself. And maybe even the fabrics as well, and the whole thing will be 100% Jenna and 100% fabulous! And then, can you design things for me too? :)
Thank you both so much!
Natalie - To be honest, the only foundation is a strapless bra....which is why I was so shocked it stayed up all day. The red sash that comes from the front panel and ties in the back is the main reason why this dress works so well.
B - I'd love to design fabrics & stuff for you!! Hurry up and wait...it might be a little while. I only learned how to sew in January. :-)
What a cute dress! What comments did you get from your fellow cruisers?
Joyce
That's awesome! GOBAMA!
Joyce - Thank you. For some odd reason, everyone on the cruise followed the old if you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all. I got some really awesome comments and I also got some really evil stares. But, I didn't get any mean comments and really that was all I was vaguely concerned about.
Cashmere Librarian - Thank you!!
Hey, I was on the Diamond Princess the same time as you from like the 20/6 to 4/7. Just wandering if you made any friends off the ship, I have a group going on Facebook if you would like to join. Hope all is well,
Stephen
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