Wednesday, April 20, 2011

i love dresses and sewing...

so it only makes sense that i love sewing dresses!

Remember this dress that I made?

Someone asked about the pattern I used. I finally remembered to take a photo of it!


I am itching to make another dress (and maybe show anyone interested how to sew from a pattern!). I have a whole bunch of patterns to choose from and some thrifted fabric lying around so hopefully I can make some time to do it soon! So you think I should make another one from this pattern and maybe shorten it a bit? Or should I try something new?

Do you sew? Have you made anything lately?

♥elycia

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34 comments:

  1. JessApril 20, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Oh gosh, so gorgeous! I am totes jealous - I really want to learn how to sew my own dresses, though I am rather scared of sewing! But I am determined to give it a go soon - a friend has recommended a beginner Colette pattern which is apparently nice and easy :)

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  2. noApril 20, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    ugh, you are too good at sewing apparel. i am truly terrible at it.. patterns are the devil. :3

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  3. UnknownApril 20, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    haha;D lovely dress! it looks very nice, and you sewed sooo good! i sew notebooks, coasters, bags.. simple things.... and i msg you about my sponsoring;p

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  4. MegApril 20, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    I think you should definitely make more! You look so good in vintage. I wish I could sew more than a button on, I'd love to make my own skirts they are so hard to find in my size! )o; I hope your day is amazing!
    xoxo~Meg

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  5. JennyApril 20, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    you should totally make more :D the stuff you make is so cute! :D

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  6. Happy KathyApril 20, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    It's really prettyyy!!!And you did it by yourself???OYAOYYY!It's amazing!Well done giiiirl!

    P.s Something new or not it doesn't matter...I am sure that you will rock it too!!!

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  7. UnknownApril 20, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    i wish i could sew so i could make cute dresses like you!

    <3 steffy
    Steffys Pros and Cons

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  8. Victoria RosasApril 20, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    I'd love to see more, that dress rocks!

    Victoria

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  9. I BLEED PINKApril 20, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    So Jealous!! I took a class for sewing 101 and we did skirts. I've been wanting to get into dresses.

    That dress you made is darling!

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  10. Wonderland and Co.April 20, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    I just got a sewing machine - but have yet to figure out how to use it! I've never even sewed a button, but really want to learn! I would love to make some cute little dresses for myself!

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  11. keishuaApril 20, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    that's such a great dress. Your site is making me want to dust off my sewing skills.

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  12. AmieApril 20, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    so so cute! I don't usually use patterns, but I would love to have that one!

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  13. Pretty Penny MaeApril 20, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    A sewing demonstration would be so helpful!!! I'm completely new to sewing (just got my first machine), and have been itching to make a dress. I'd love to learn to sew from patterns.
    Brooke

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  14. UnknownApril 20, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    I've always wished I could sew. My mom used to make the best stuff. I can't even sew a straight line, WITH the guides.

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  15. AnonymousApril 20, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    Oh how gorgeous! You're very talented! :] xx

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  16. cbApril 20, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    you have amazing sewing skills! by the way how are those aprons coming along?

    i love the color! after i am done making these bags and hats i really want to sew something for myself! i have been designing a cute bike jersey so i think i will move onto that when i am done!

    xo,
    cb

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  17. Sécia MischkeApril 20, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    I just love vintage dress patterns. I see so many I like and want to try to make.

    ♥ sécia
    please take a moment to check out my giveaway:
    www.petiteinsanities.blogspot.com

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  18. LizApril 20, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    YES I have been wanting to learn how to sew, specifically from patterns so I would love a tutorial on that!

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  19. UnknownApril 20, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Wow, you made that dress?? Thats incredible! It looks amazing. I love the color. I only know how to hand stitch (sewing machine scare me for some reason, I need to move past that).

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  20.  AmyApril 20, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    It's just absolutely perfect. The color! Ah! I'm currently sewing a maxi dress out of some silk with feathers on it. I'm hoping it'll be perfect for summer if I can actually pull it off. Sewing with patterns is scary!

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  21. KatApril 20, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    I think you should definitely make another one! I love that pattern and the collar is adorable. I sew quite a bit. I mainly sew clothes for myself and a few things for around the house. It's all on my blog! I really need to get back into sewing though after our month away. It's hard when you have been away for so long to get back into it. But I have 2 projects cut out and ready to go so I may have to make time over the easter break.

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  22. Kayla RoseApril 20, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    Confession: I've kind of been blog-stalking you for a while! :) My name is Kayla and I'm 16 and just started my own blog- and you were one of the people who inspired me to do it! hehe I love your style and personality and just wanted to stop by and say hi!

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  23. PuNk rAwK pUrLApril 20, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    this dress is the über doober cutest!
    I do sew. but when it comes to clothing, i have only made pj pants & wrap skirts.. simple stuff. If you choose to share your skills I will be all eyes... or something like that. haha

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  24. CharlotteApril 20, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    the dress is fantastic! I love sewing :)
    I especially love modifying old clothing to suit your taste!
    -charlotte

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  25. RachelApril 20, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    I love to sew dresses, too! I make simple A-line & shift dresses from easy patterns : )

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  26. LizApril 20, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    I really want to learn how to sew like that! How long did it take you to be able to do dresses like that? That's totally awesome!

    Also I awarded you the "Versatile Blogger Award" on my blog: http://missmerryweatherscreations.blogspot.com/2011/04/versatile-blogger-award.html

    please stop by to receive it!

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  27. thursdayApril 20, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    yes! can you please show us the in's and out's of sewing from a commercial pattern. my brain needs your help Elycia!

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  28. elyciaApril 20, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    thanks friends!! ya! i'm excited that you are interested in learning to sew from a pattern. I will definitely document making my next dress. ohhh i'm super excited!!

    cb, the aprons are coming. i'm making another one tomorrow and then i think the rest need to done before june. not sure exactly how many more i need to make. a bunch :)

    ok, now i'm off to visit some new commenters blogs and say hello!! (that's one of my favourite things to do!)

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  29. TeraApril 20, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Yay sewing dresses! Come visit me and we can have a dress sewing party! And make our own patterns too :)

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  30. elyciaApril 20, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    miss merryweather's - sorry i totally forgot to answer your question! i have been sewing a bit since elementary school. in highschool i took fashion class and learned a lot! i will have to post the coat i made one day. it is from a 1969 pattern and i love it! anyways, i learned most things i know about sewing from highschool. we never really learned how to make our own patterns though. that is something that i really want to get better at.

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  31. elyciaApril 20, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    oh and tera! yes please. you come visit me! although...i'm positive your weather is nicer. it rained, snowed an hailed here on sunday! very unusual!!

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  32. Paulie AntiquesApril 21, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    looooove it!! :):)

    love, polly

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  33. Mrs VintageApril 21, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Intresting blog.

    Let's follow each other??

    http://mrsvintagehk.blogspot.com/

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  34. TeraApril 21, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    I'll have to make myself a "Canada Sewing Trip" piggy bank :)

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