Wilder Gown

 Hello Everyone!

This is my first official post since I started back to blogging and it has been a few years.  Check out my ABOUT page for a quick intro on my return.

 Pattern:  Wilder Gown by Friday Pattern Company

Where does this fit into my sewing plan?  Using my sewing  plan that I outlined in my ABOUT page as a checklist let's see how I did:

• I like clean, simple styles - sew simple basic pieces - 

• The Wilder Gown by Friday Pattern Company was such a simple, easy dress to sew and in my opinion a very simple basic style that looks gorgeous.  It didn't take me long to make and I didn't have to rip seams or make adjustments.       
  
• I love classic styles - sew with good fabric and make pieces that will last forever
• This fabric is a beautiful vintage fabric from my stash lightweight with a lovely drape.
• Build a wardrobe - sew items that work together, mix and match, and be cohesive
• It's a start.
• Work wear - I need more work clothes -  Clothes for a professional office
• I think this dress can be styled multiple ways.  I plan to add a pair of heels and a jacket for the office and sneakers or sandals for casual.
  
• No Waste & Storing - I plan to use my scraps.  If I have enough fabric left over from a project to make a basic piece, I will do it.  No more storing left over fabric planning to use it later. 
• I have fabric left from the dress that I have already cut out into a simple blouse that will be great on its own or layered under a jacket.  Stay tuned for that post.
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• Fabric - I have a large fabric collection!  I purchased a truck load of fabric when a local fabric store closed.  An entire pickup full of fabric for under $100!  Beautiful fabric that I want and need to use but it is OK to buy some new fabric when the project calls for it.
• This fabric came from my stash.
• Fun - I will add a few fun items😀
• Definitely a fun dress to wear and to sew.

 This was a very easy pattern to cut and sew.  I love the packaging of the pattern and the little notes they include in the instructions.   I will definitely be making this again.

If you made it to the end of this post Thank You for reading!  I appreciate any comments and welcome questions.  More sewing information can be found on Instagram @sewingrippedpages.

Kind Regards,

Kiana

Shift dress and ruffle sleeve

Simplicity pattern 8264 in a blue embossed floral pattern with a gold stripe.  I omitted the collar and just love this sleeve.

I used a vintage, invisible zipper from my stash.  I used the invisible zipper tutorial by Sew So Easy on You Tube and it went in on the first try without any trouble.  This is an excellent video and I highly recommend it. 

Knit Dress McCall's 7465

Good Morning Everyone!  In case you haven't noticed I am not much of a writer, I'm an accountant blogging about sewing.  I am going to try a little harder to provide more content.

I have made the McCall's M7465 and what a great pattern!  Unfortunately, due to the Iowa weather I haven't worn it yet.  I am still in ultra warm, layered clothing!

My fabric was in my stash just waiting for the right pattern.  It is a lovely soft weight knit.

The dress has a separate top and bottom sewn together with an elastic casing, very basic construction.  The bodice included the sleeves which I really liked, another simple feature.

I felt the dress was a little short with no room for a hem so I added an extra 2 inches and was able to provide an adequate hem.

In summary it is a great pattern and I love the finished dress, I am very excited to wear it and plan to make a few more for summer.

Thanks for reading and I welcome all questions and comments.

Kiana