Winning Combination for the Stash Busting Challenge
Hey Guys, I just wanted to make a quick post today as I’m getting ready to run out the door to work.
I don’t think it comes as much of a surprise to you, but the taupish polka dot fabric was the clear winner which will be made in my Quaker Oats Pattern (by McCalls):
This was a huge surprise to me actually! I thought you guys would have picked the white organza but that combination was in the last place. heh I’m glad you guys love this pattern as much as I do.
I was going to cut out my muslin last night after tracing the patterns, but I got started late and was only able to trace off two of the pattern pieces:
This is the front bodice and the side front. Aren’t they funky shapes? Check out that sleeve which has the hem already built-in and marked.
I had NO IDEA how many pattern pieces are involved!!!
This is after I forgot I had two more pattern pieces sitting on my ironing board.
I think I’m going to be lucky if I’m able to cut out my muslin tonight after tracing all of the pieces out. I think I’ll only be able to do the bodice tonight, and perhaps the skirt tomorrow night. But wish me luck! :)
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Oh goody, that’s the one I voted for :)
I can’t wait to see this made up – I think you’re going to really do this pattern/fabric combo good :)
Thanks Lauren, I hope it comes out okay. I’d debating underlining it… either in a batiste or organza… I can’t decide.
Oh, my! I’m glad I’m not the only one who traces patterns- isn’t it a PAIN? Though I suppose you only do it for vintage patterns. I can’t help but trace all my modern patterns too “in case I screw it up!” lol :)
Also, that is going to end up so pretty, can’t wait to see!
It is a pain! I do it with the majority of my patterns, but primarilty with bodices only.
This pattern is gorgeous! I’m so glad you’ll be making it!
Thanks Ginger. I just started in on my muslin last night and the sleeves/armpit seams are impossible! I’m going to have to refigure out a way of sewing them differently than the pattern instructions…
Oohh, fun! I can’t wait to see it finished!