Today my friends, I'm just checking in to tease you with a sneaky glimpse of my next make for the Minerva Crafts Blogger Network. You see, we've been asked to make something special for the rather epic meet-up next Saturday, that we can only unveil on the day. Which, to be fair, is a huge relief because I've not even started on it yet. May/June is always insanely busy for me due to work and this year there have been social engagements and DIY endeavours added to the mix, so I don't even have time for a muslin. I've cut my pattern pieces out and I'm hoping I can negotiate any fit problems along the way...wish me luck!
Hmmm, what can I tell you about this make? I'm pairing some pretty cotton sateen with Vogue 5671, a 1960s vintage pattern from my stash. I must say, I deliberated over a pattern for ages, but settled on this so I can get a move on with my Vintage Sewing Pattern Pledge. I launched this idea in February and I still haven't made any of the 5 patterns I pledged to by the end of the year. I feel that time's slipping away from me, whilst you lot are putting me to shame with your amazing #vintagepledge makes! So, I'm hoping to rectify this!
Are you going to the Minerva meet-up on 14 June? I really hope to see you there!
Well, I'm glad I'm not the only one who hasn't made any vintage pledge progress! To be fair, I have made a disastrous toile of my tunic, but I went to cut it out of my final fabric the other day, I realised that I didn't have enough. Back to the drawing board!
ReplyDeleteArgh, I hate when that happens! At least you realised before you started cutting out ;o) Good luck for future #vintagepledge makes!
Deleteooh that's going to be lovely!
ReplyDeleteHehe, I sure hope so!
DeleteI am so excited to be going next weekend. It will be great to see everyone's finished outfits. I am working on a little something to wear too, hopefully it will be finished in enough time.
ReplyDeleteYay, glad you're coming along! How are you getting on with your make?
DeleteCan't wait to see it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Nicole, yours is looking mighty lovely too!
DeleteI have had setbacks with my first vintage pattern (Vogue repro V8812, a 1940s sundress, so I haven't made any progress either, but the year isn't over yet!
ReplyDeleteThat's the spirit Jen, we have loads of time ;o)
DeleteI think that will really suit you! Looking forward to seeing it! x
ReplyDeleteThanks Tania, I hope so!
DeleteOoo I love the fabric and pattern combination! I'm coming to the meet up, so hope to see you there!
ReplyDeleteYay, will do ;o)
DeleteThat pattern looks gorgeous! Can't wait for the parteeee
ReplyDeleteIt's gonna be grand!
DeleteGorgeous pattern and fabric! Have fun at the meet-up! :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing pattern - that fabric is going to look gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Laura Mae! A bit worried the fabric is looking a tad 80s, but hopefully the gorgeous pattern will make up for that ;o)
DeleteVery pretty cant wait to see the finish product.
ReplyDeleteThanks, hope I do it justice!
DeletePattern and fabric look gorgeous! Can't wait to see how it turns out!
ReplyDeleteThanks ;o)
DeleteI'm excited to see the result! Thumbs up here for no fitting issues!
ReplyDeleteGoing well so far and very nearly finished!
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