So anyway, the dress. I like it. I'll probably wear this to work on Monday. And, I'll probably make it again since it goes together really fast and there were no fit issues. I sewed a straight "16" (see my tracing post from yesterday) and did not do an FBA or make any other adjustment. Gotta love knits. ;-) Because I had slightly less fabric than the pattern calls for, I did add a seam down the middle of the back skirt piece. I forgot to take a pic, but you can't see the seam anyway because of the randomness of the print. The other slight deviations from the pattern include serging clear elastic to the neckline and then turning it under twice, which resulted in a 6/8" foldover instead of 5/8". I also took a 2-1/2" hem along the bottom. I will probably remove 1" at the shorten lines for next time just to keep a little more of the swish. I also added a 3" wide (6", folded over) interfaced self-fabric tie belt. Which is completely hidden by the print in the photo but IRL adds that certain something.Or at least I think so.
Parting Shot: Tyler is deploying on Tuesday and will be mostly out of modern communication for 6 or so months. Sob! I was actually supposed tobe up there visiting him one last time before he leaves during this time off I've been enjoying but it just didn't work out. He did get to see his dad in Virginia last weekend so at least he had some family time before deployment. He bought himself a new Macbook last week for his trip, loaded it up with movies and whatnot, and this arrived in the mail for me today. (His "old" Dell.) Nice kid, eh? I'm typing this blog entry from my back porch ... er ... lanai. I feel so Floridan. Hah.
In more Tyler news, he received a meritorious (and early) promotion to Corporal a couple of weeks ago, which goes into effect tomorrow morning during his "pinning." And he is currently Marine of the Quarter for his squadron, and as part of that honor also received a set of official photos which he sent to me (below). I'm quite proud of him, and will miss him so much. Keep him in your thoughts for a safe trip. While he's not going to The Bad Place, he's still going to be half a world away for a long time.
Great dress!
ReplyDeleteAs a mother of two grown sons, I know a little of what you are going through. But, he is a wonderful son and will remain close in your heart no matter how far away he is!
ReplyDeleteBy the way, the dress looks great!
That print looks so good on you!
ReplyDeletePretty season-less dress.
Great looking dress, cool fabric.
ReplyDeleteGreat dress. I enjoy sizing down patterns now.
ReplyDeleteAll the best to your son while he's away.
Oooo great dress! Another pattern I have to buy. [roll eyes]
ReplyDeleteHugs to you for Tyler's departure. A hard one I'm sure!!! :(
Great dress! It looks lovely on you. Safe travels to Tyler!
ReplyDeleteFabulous dress and print.
ReplyDeleteSending all sorts of good wishes to you and your son.
Will keep Tyler in my thoughts and pray he stays safe while he is half a world away.
ReplyDeleteThe dress is lovely. I've bought 2 sets of china at yard sales and I really like using them for BBQs. Strange - I know. g
That's a really cute dress!
ReplyDeleteOh, sons...sigh.
Love the dress! I know you will be missing Tyler, and I guess I am not alone in saying some of us will miss him too. I am sure you are proud of his promotions and citations. When you can, give Tyler a big hug and a "Thank You" for his service. It takes a special kind of person to do what he is doing and people do notice.
ReplyDeletehalf a world away? He's on his way to Oz?
ReplyDeleteThe new dress looks wonderful - that's such a great style & print :)
ReplyDeleteYou must be thrilled to be in your new space and sewing again. Your dress is super!
ReplyDeleteSafe travels to Tyler.
ReplyDeleteThe house is looking great. Replacing the china will be a good thing. Your style, your way.
AND another great dress.
Fantastic dress. Wonderful picture of Tyler and safe travels to him.
ReplyDeleteThis print and dress style are a great combo! Looks so nice on you. And well-done to Tyler. I appreciate his service, and his achievements are commendable.
ReplyDeleteFabulous dress! My heart goes out to you with Tyler going so far away. My daughter has been in the UK for almost 3 years (SIL in the airforce)...while it's a nice place to visit, it's not the same as being able to take a short drive and spend the day together. And don't even get me going about the grandbaby!!! Prayers for Tyler for a safe deployment.
ReplyDeleteI like the dress, but wow! You look so young in that photo.
ReplyDeleteGreat dress.
ReplyDeleteThe dress looks great, I was afraid it was going to be too low cut for you but.... straight 16, whoooohoooo.
ReplyDeleteDress & kid look wonderful.
ReplyDeleteLOVE it! That fabric is great!
ReplyDeleteBest of luck to you and to Tyler - he sounds wonderful and you sound very brave. Cecilia
ReplyDeleteGreat Dress. It looks fabulous on you. I was just having the "china" conversation with a friend last week. We are about your age and got married around when you probably did. We both agreed that if we lost the china in a catastrophe or divorce, we probably wouldn't bother replacing it. I have had mine for 29 years and used it about 3 or 4 times.
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ReplyDeleteYour dress looks great, Debbie! I must have missed the post where you told which pattern it is, though. It looks a little like a Kwik Sew wrap dress pattern I have, but you don't mention it being a true wrap. Is it?
ReplyDeletePlease keep us updated on Tyler as you hear from him.
ReplyDeleteHow long did you spend getting the pattern laid out like that? I think the arrangement is the most flattering look ever :)
ReplyDeleteCouldn't you use that lovely china cabinet for fabric?
ReplyDeleteGood luck to your son!
This looks fantastic on you! Love the print and the style. Congratulations to your son, and I'm glad he's not going to The Bad Place.
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