Like a every Rockabilly cliche-loving gal, I am all about sailor themed outfits. I’ve made other before that didn’t really suit me but today’s FO is one that I love. I was origianally inspired by a dress that I saw on Etsy, but sadly, it did not come in my size. Not only that, but I knew that the dirndl style dress would not do my figure any good. I set out to make my own.
I had planned to use my favorite princess-seamed jumper/pinafore pattern from 1941, only to discover that I have lost that pattern. I scoured the internet to find either another copy or something similar. I hit a series of snags, either being outbid on eBay or buying incomplete patterns. I had the fabric preshrunk, ironed and ready to go, but I was losing hope. While looking through my small box of modern patterns for a different project, I stumbled on Vogue7848. While it’s currently OOP, the Vogue website still has it listed. I did my usual full bust adjustment and high waist adjustment that I need on all modern patterns. I’m not a big fan on the sundress look on me. I think it’s too much upperchest. I prefer a halter style neck, with straps that tie at the back of the throat. I quickly made up a bolero from Anne Adams 9243 and the results are fantastic!
Cuteness!
Nice job – what a sweet dress!
Really neat. The bolero is the perfect touch.
Lovely! It suits you very well!
The fit is great, the bolero adds just the right touch and the blue and white is perfect for this outfit.
I often wonder how I can lose a pattern when the thing never leaves the house? Yesterday I lost a collar band pattern piece. I searched the sewing garbage, under everything on the cutting table. Nothing. I was contemplating the idea of buying another pattern or trying to draft the band myself. I decided one more search was the better plan. I found it on the table next to the chair where I sit to cut out patterns and do hand sewing. It was under another piece of paper. It would help if I were a better house keeper.
ooooh what a perfect sailor outfit!! i love that it’s so nautical and vintage looking but not overly sweet
You have amazing style! I love your blog!
THis is so cute.. Great job…