No News is Good News

Despite my lack of regular posting, I have been working fairly consistently. The chemise is done and pictures will be posted in this entry when available. I actually did some hand-sewing (*GASP*) for the cuffs and the neckline, completely flubbed the hem at each seam, and had to tear out the collar, make a bigger new one and reattach it, but I'm fairly pleased with the result. Also, it is quite amazing how many things are made in cream/off-white. I picked up the ribbon for the facing without a swatch to be sure of the color, yet it matches almost perfectly. Same with the cream thread I used. It's been nice and rather headache-free. Knock on wood.

Yesterday I modified the bodice pattern, then cut out the bodice and skirt pieces. I did not make a toile first, and that may come back to bite me in the arse later, but I have faith in both my skills and the skills of Simplicity's pattern makers. I also adhered closely to the old adage, "Measure twice, cut once." Hopefully this will stand me in good stead.

I have to hand out this tip I got from a seamstress friend of mine. She uses the cheapest sew-in interfacing to create altered pattern pieces. It's sheer enough to trace the pattern piece through, but not so sheer as to be expensive or tear. Genius!

Next entry will have more detail about my plan for the dress, including lining and boning and trim, oh my!