Thursday, July 3, 2014

Re-Make Modeled


Above is how I wore the outfit to the office this week. It's way too cold in A/C to go without a second layer. Plus, farmer's tan. ;-)

Here's the before (right) and after (left). It's not hugely dramatic but there's enough difference to see less sack and more shape.


I left the pleats at the center front of the skirt but it's hard to see them in the pic. Whatevs. They're there. And my tummy thanks me for that.


This shows the back, with the new empire seam, already serged, and the new sideseam sewn pre-serging.Yes, I was lazy and sewed it all the way down through the finished hem. And, of course, this would be the week that Carolyn posts about slow sewing and nice interiors. Hah. This ain't no couture dress. Never was. Never will be. But it's being worn, and no one but us is going to see the inside anyway, so I count that as a win.


There will be slower sewing this weekend because I think I'm going to be fitting a new dress pattern, for a woven. Good thing I have 3 days to procrastinate and over-analyze.

Happy Fourth!

29 comments:

  1. I see quite a positive difference. That looks very nice on you.

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  2. So much more flattering, Debbie. I love how you don't give up on an effort. You make it work no matter what and that is such a great example for others to see and follow. Very nice outfit!

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  3. It's SO much better! Great job on the remodel!!

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  4. Excellent job! The proportions of dress/cardi are perfect. I need to do this type of adjustment on many casual dresses that are way too big and long! I did not realize what a difference this could make!! Thanks!

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  5. Okay LOL I didn't mean in every situation! I like a quickie fix myself now and then if it will make a garment work. Plus your fitting skills are amazing!! You made a good point on that post but I was just asking questions...not determining how everyone should sew.

    And I like your fix, the dress looks awesome!

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  6. Very nice! I can definitely see the difference. Well done!

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  7. Amazing difference. The new dress is so much more flattering. It looks great.

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  8. Your remake looks gorgeous!

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  9. WOW, your little tweak takes off 15lbs easy!

    I have made a note of this alterations and will be using it!

    Yes, A/C's do inspire many second layers like jackets and cardi's

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  10. Amazing what a little tweak will do! Have you been farming too? ;)

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  11. The remake looks terrific nd the colors are perfect for you! You look so young and happy in the "after" photo. Well done
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  12. Great colors. Very complimentary.

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  13. Happy 4th Debbie. It is so nice to see you posting I hope that all works out for you soon

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  14. I think there is a huge difference. That's a perfect length. Looks great.

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  15. Great job on the refashion, looks great on you.

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  16. What a great job you look like you dropped at least twenty pounds with the refashion which is such a plus!!!
    Happy 4th !

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  17. Wow! Little changes make big improvements! Much better length on you! Looks great!

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  18. Zowee - major improvement. Nothing like carving out a shape!! Excellent change, Deb.

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  19. That redone dress looks fantastic on you. Such a change. And wow - look how much weight you have lost. You look great. The cardi is the perfect companion for the dress.

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  20. Now THAT is a truly flattering remake. Even the pattern, top to bottom, balances a lot better. Plus the fitting looks really lovely. Wonderful job!

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  21. You look mahvalous darling. I need to post the before/after in my sewing room as inspiration

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  22. Vast improvement...you look great!

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  23. The remake is a huge improvement. And there are some things where slow, careful sewing just isn't warranted. I hope your new dress fits well and makes you happy.

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  24. Huge improvement. This is now a very flattering dress Debbie. Well done.

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  25. Yes and yes to the remake! The length is very flattering and goes well with the cardigan. Great work!

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  28. Love these colors on you.

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