Some months ago, I went on vacation to San Diego and we drove to the fashion district in LA. I knew that I was looking for a lovely piece of fabric and a ridiculously cheap price. I found it! This is 8 yards of polished cotton that the gentleman measured out with a yard stick and tore with his teeth. The end is almost perfectly straight. I have been thinking about what to make with this, because it is a slightly Georgian print. I will make a round gown that is entirely draw-stringed so that there aren't any fasteners. I will have the bodice tie at the waist as well as at the neckline. I think it will look lovely.
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| $2 a yard in LA. I should have gotten the blue as well |
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| The pattern I drew out. I like having new things with new patterns |
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| While sewing the mock up together, my bobbin ran out. That means time to stop for the night |
I have been sewing new modern clothes so much lately, I forgot how fast I am at regency as well as how much I love making it. I was a little hesitant to cut the fabric, being that if I mess up, there is not way to get more...but I think I am over that. It took less than an hour from draft to mock up. excellent
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| Mock up almost done..just need to put some channels in and some drawstrings and its ready to try on! |
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I will post once the mock up fits and is cut into the fashion fabric. I really need to use my down time wisely, and get my Retreat wardrobe up to snuff so I can focus on my next two commissions. Luckily, they are for Mrs. Mari Roll, and they are regency. Yay!
I almost forgot the Fall Front pants. Do not fear, I will be on it..this dress very well could be done tomorrow...
Your Modiste, and a Baronets Daughter,
Nora Azevedo
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