Tuesday, February 26, 2019

There Are No Scraps of Hedge Rose In My Sewing Studio!


There are some fabrics I buy, hold onto, and treasure for years without cutting into them. I may fear ruining them, cannot decide how to use them, or want to enjoy the dreamy limbo and promise of indecision.  

When I saw Hedge Rose by Kelly Panacci I knew I would be propelled in the opposite direction. The direction of wanting to immediately wrap my entire body in the fabric as soon as possible!


I absolutely love the roses against the rich navy in this floral design. The background texture really adds a depth to the print that I just love.


I knew I wanted to make a garment that took advantage of every available fiber!

  
I chose to make a maxi dress using Simplicity 8635. I thought the roses were a lovely compliment to the sweetheart neckline and shoulder straps.

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The pattern is very straight-forward to sew with no surprises

Laser-cut pattern weights available in my Etsy Store.
I had concerns about coverage and the strength of the straps for the bodice. I made no adjustments to the pattern and it has me well-covered. 


I got dressed and took these photos alone. There is slight pooling of fabric above the waistline because I tied the dress myself. This resulted in my pulling the bodice down. When hubby helped me before, it fit perfectly without the issue.


I like how the loops and tie secure the back above the invisible zipper.


If I am going to make a lined dress in fabric I love, the only thing that makes it supreme is, pockets!  


I love this fabric! I love this dress! Hubby has plans for seeing it as is, on date night. I also have plans for pairing it with a leather or denim jacket for a girls night out!


This fabric was released this month and should be at quilt stores if not now, soon. When you get ready to buy, be sure to get a bit more than you think you will need; you will not regret it!

Happy Sewing,
Bianca

10 comments:

  1. This is a great dress! Love the silhouette and the fabric!

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    1. Thanks Carolyn! This may be my maxi dress TNT!

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  2. Absolutely gorgeous! What a perfect marriage of fabric and pattern.

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    1. I am very proud of that! I had another pattern in mind. When the fabric arrived, I knew I had to switch it up to use it all in this project!

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  3. Your dress is very pretty. You did a great job.

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  4. Don't you look cute and sassy! There's something in a woman's face and attitude when she's wearing something she KNOWS she looks good in... and you really do look good in this. You made me smile on a cold, gray day.

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    1. I am so glad I can add some light to your day! Thank you!

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  5. Bianca, You did an outstanding job on this darling dress. You are beautiful and this dress just shows your happy spirit. Thanks so much for sharing your talents.

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    1. Thanks so much! I love when a pattern and fabric marry to create a great result!

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