Fabric Friday #2: Pindot Windmills

posted by Marie on Friday, May 22, 2015 17 comments

TGIF, right? Not just because the weekend is fast approaching of course, but because it's #FabricFriday! Hehe! Thank you for your enthusiasm when I 'launched' this regular feature last week, especially all your fab pattern suggestions...we're totally on the same wavelength!




Today, I'm sharing another vintage corker that's been in my stash for around 3.5 years. The pindot windmills and vibrant shades of red and green make me so happy! I really, really love this fabric, but the print is pretty big and I usually shy away from lighter coloured backgrounds.

I'm at a bit of a loss as to what to make with this medium-weight cotton, but I think it should be a dress as I have 3.4m and it's 90cm wide. Perhaps a simple dress that won't break up the print? I'd love to hear your ideas!
Marie

Obsessed with stitching since 2009. Passionate about vintage styles yet mainly using contemporary patterns. Instigated the #VintagePledge to rectify this and help inspire others.

17 comments:

  1. Almost a Hippy22 May 2015 at 08:50

    Love the fabric! Maybe it's because i have maxi skirts on the brain but I'd use it to make a maxi skirt!

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    1. Marie28 May 2015 at 22:47

      I wish I did skirts, but they just don't suit my shape :o(

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  2. VintageBarbara22 May 2015 at 09:04

    This is such a fun print so I think fun skirt is a good idea. It might have to have very wide panels and flare out to make the most of the print. I thought of a circle skirt but it would send the print off at odd angles.

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    1. Marie28 May 2015 at 22:47

      Hmmm, skirt seems to be a popular option...shame I don't wear skirts :o(

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  3. Zoë22 May 2015 at 10:13

    Definitely something with a circle skirt, very cute :)

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  4. Rennie22 May 2015 at 14:02

    I think something strappy with a fit n flare skirt because the large print doesn't distract from the face. Or just make an a line skirt with pockets

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  5. Tasha22 May 2015 at 16:21

    Head exploding! OMG! I love that print! I think a pretty plain bodice without too much seams (i.e. not princess seams) so you don't break the print up that much on top, and maybe a half circle skirt or something? Or maybe a Flora, if you're looking for a little less traditional? (Or Flora bodice with a different skirt!)

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    1. Marie28 May 2015 at 22:49

      Exactly on my wavelength...a Flora could be perfect actually!

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  6. erinalter22 May 2015 at 18:03

    this kind of post has captured my imagination again :) here are my suggestions!

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/205718710/vintage-sewing-pattern-1940s-ladies-wrap
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/225008835/vintage-sewing-pattern-1950s-ladies
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/190473669/vintage-sewing-pattern-1940s-halter

    and of course, now i am eager to see what you end up making with the fabrics you are posting on fridays :)

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    1. Marie28 May 2015 at 23:09

      Oh WOW!!! What gorgeous patterns...now you've got me thinking :o)

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  7. SJ Kurtz23 May 2015 at 00:02

    A lot of darts would be a mess with the pindots/grids. The motif itself is pretty simple and there's just one version (two if you count upside down as the second). Gathered skirt. MEdium cotton won't give you any real drape. Button placket. Nothing with diagonals - but that could be really cool in a truly one of a kind way. It's so off it's perfect.

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    1. Marie28 May 2015 at 23:13

      Haha, I love the thought you put into this...thank you so much!

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  8. Gussetsandgodets23 May 2015 at 09:15

    Spectacular fabric!

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  9. Linda23 May 2015 at 13:35

    Lovely fabric! Can't wait to see what you do make with it:)

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