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Sewing: Polka dot sassy librarian blouse
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Polka dot sassy librarian blouse

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This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
Sassy Librarian Blouse »

Instructions

Because I'm such a pear I had to go from a size 4 in the bust to a size 16 (!) over my hips. I made the release pleats on the front 10 cm (4") longer to make it a bit more fitted in te waist.

Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Clothing

For: Women

Style: Retro / Vintage, Cute


Materials

Cotton

What are you most proud of?

I feel this blouse is constructed well and I'm proud of that even though it doesn't fit the way it should. And I LOVE the buttons, I'm so glad I decided to go for them.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Make a muslin! I didn't make one because I was just too lazy, but I really should have because this blouse does not fit me the way I want it to. The problem area for me is around the bust. Don't get me wrong, I don't hate this blouse and I will wear it, but I know I would wear it even more if I felt it really fit.

 

8 comments

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joan.santoro on craftsy.com
Jan 22, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
it looks great! I see you used more buttons and they really make an impact!
HouseofPinheiro on craftsy.com
Jan 16, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
OMG its so gorgeous!
scuffsan on craftsy.com
Jan 17, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you :)
ChristineHaynes on craftsy.com
ChristineHaynes
Craftsy Instructor
Jan 15, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Gorgeous fabric! I love your top and am glad it's wearable despite not making a muslin!
scuffsan on craftsy.com
Jan 17, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks :) I fell in love with the fabric as soon as I saw it at the store. I do have a thing for polka dots.
jovialone on craftsy.com
Jan 15, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Very nice work.
Eva testar on craftsy.com
Jan 15, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Nice fit over the hips and the buttons are like threedimensional polka dots! Fun
scuffsan on craftsy.com
Jan 17, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks!