Hello All! I sincerely hope you are all safe and well wherever you are in the world. I have some projects to catch up with you because I had a little flurry before we went away to France on holiday last week. This is my second vintage pattern make of the year, slow for me I know, but I am fine for clothes at the moment. This top happened by happy accident.
Amy from Love Made my Home sent me some craft stash in a recent clear out and this happy-go-lucky gingham was in the bag. There was a small piece but I knew I could squeeze out one of my favourite vintage pattern makes - Simplicity 7642, View 2.
When I say squeeze, read a bit short hence the cotton lace trim which I had in my stash from a bric-a-brac market purchase a while back. This gave me a comfortable length.
It was a lightweight cotton so for the first time I made a fully lined version which hangs really well,it is so smooth on the inside and neat around the neckline and armholes. It washes really well too. It has the look of a french cafe tablecloth but it works for me. I made the denim skirt with pockets too because that is the kind of skirt that pays you back in spades whether you are on holiday or at home.
I have some corking stuff to show you. Chat soon.
Hi Jo, your top is so cute! It's such a nice cut for you, it really looks great. I'm sorry to have been missing your posts lately. I think I'm caught up reading what I've missed now. You've been busy! The deckchair looks awesome. Hope you had a wonderful time in France!
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you back safe and sound. The top looks great. Goes very well with your yacht in the background.
ReplyDeleteYou look great Jo. I know what you mean about that sort of skirt. They are just so wearable and versatile.
ReplyDeleteLove the gingham and lace.
Jacquie x
It looks like the weather gods were good to you Jo! This red gingham tops suits you perfectly, it is cheerful and happy. Just finished a second toile for a dress, hopefully I can go full steam ahead now. xx
ReplyDeleteA fab top and such a great skirt too!
ReplyDeleteJo you look spectacular as always. Love the new top and the skirt. I am a big skirt fan and not such a big fan of shorts. That may be because shorts are too short on my long legs and show my wobbly knees. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteBoth amazing makes, I am always in awe of your skill. Love the trim on the gingham top, so pretty. Hope you are having/had a great trip away.
ReplyDeleteLove the top. French table cloth, indeed! If you hadn't said about the trim I would have assumed it was part of the design master plan, rather than a clever get-around. And the skirt too. Great outfit on you. Hope you had a good holiday.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great place for a photo shoot, and to show us this cute outfit! I admire your creativity in general, and the clever way you extended the length of the top. xx
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