Halloween!

Wow!  So sorry I'm late here.  I actually revealed my costume on October 29th and then wore it again the next few days.  Sadly it wasn't as recognizable as I would have hoped; however, the few who did recognize it made me ecstatic. 

So here's the full size:

If you didn't guess it yet, here's a side by side:

That's right kids, I was Honey Lemon from Big Hero 6.  Kind of obscure but I think I nailed it.  I even had the bag (not pictured).  That's Hiro in my pocket.

Here's a selfie with Baymax in Harajuku:

To make the sweater I used Vogue 9698.  It's a vintage (80s) pattern which I had originally purchased to make a different costume.

I lengthened it a little bit and narrowed the sleeves considerably. 

To make the dress I used Simplicity 1609:

And I totally cheated and used knit so I wouldn't have to sew in a zipper.  I also shortened the hem.

The remaining accessories leggins, shoes, bag, and socks were purchased from eBay.  Baymax and Hiro are from Amazon.

I'm sad to see Halloween go but the wheels are already spinning for next year.

Simplicity 1609...

Here's another from the "I bought this fabric when it was too cold to think about sleeveless anything" series. 

I was so excited when I got Simplicity 1609:

I am nuts about this style of 60s dresses.  I generally use 60s patterns but modern sizing makes a world of difference.

I made A, the green one with my own spin on green.

I was a bit worried at first (thinking it might not fit), but it fits amazingly and I love it!  (Note: In this photo it's not hemmed, so it will be a little shorter when it's finished.)

Here's a close up of the fabric and the buttons I used which are vintage rhinestone buttons:

Totally love this dress! 

End procrastination!

I deemed this the weekend to end procrastination.  Let me tell you why.  I have a cabinet of fabric. Seriously, a whole cabinet.  It's fabric I bought with the intention of making vintage dresses out of it.  Well since I sold a lot of those patterns and don't wear vintage every day like I used to, it's been sitting in this cabinet for years.  Yesterday I pulled it out and thought "It's just sitting there. No longer!" Therefore it's the weekend to end procrastination!

So I spent most of Friday night crawling around on the floor cutting out patterns.  This was a poor choice.  I can't crawl around on the floor like I used to.  I also can't sew well into overtime like I used to.  It's my fault really.    I don't know when to quit and now my legs ache and my hands are sore.  It's hurts to walk.  No kidding.  So I've been in bed watching movies with a bit of Halloween in them.

Friday night I made this skirt:

Fabric:

It's McCall's 6327 and I bought it the pattern to make the version in the bottom right but thought I would try out another version using the end procrastination fabric.

I think it turned out okay.  It sits a little weird dunno why though.  Maybe it's all in my head.

Friday night I also started these pants (finished them today):

From Butterick 5044:

I love these pants even though they are a bit transparent (that's white linen for you).  Seriously if I had to live in a pair of pants it'd be these.  They were super easy too.

Finally I made this:

I am nuts for Peter Pan collars and I love how trendy they are right now.  I got this 1960s mail order pattern on eBay (brought to you by Fels soap!):

I love how this dress turned out.  So cute!  The fabric is quite stiff so the facing doesn't lay easy but maybe it will soften after a few washes.

I also cut out two others.  I might make one tomorrow depending on how I feel but I have to take in the Halloween costume tomorrow.

I also still have a bunch of white linen and nothing to do with it. Any ideas?  Skirt maybe?

Well vintage...

It was fun while it lasted.  The last of my vintage is on eBay.

My Dresses

Everything else has sold and I did keep a couple of pieces I really love and cannot bear to part with.

Time to move on.

"So long it's been good to know ya..."

Vintage Sale Part 2!

Comment if you're interested! (All items 40s or 50s unless otherwise noted.)

1.  1930s

2. Repro

3. Swirl dress

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5. 70s (Sorry for the short slip.)

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To help me better serve you please tell me the number of the piece you're interested in.  See this blog for my measurement range (though some stuff is a little smaller) as well as other pertinent info.

Please buy my stuff!

Vintage Sale!

For reasons I don't want to get into here, I've decided to sell a whole bunch of my vintage which is authentic as in not made by me.  :)

Everything is in fantastic condition as I take very good care of my stuff.  If you see anything you like, please comment your interest and we can work out a deal!

(Note: I am a 38 bust and 32 waist and most of this falls in that category with a range of 30 - 32 waist and 38 to 42 bust.  I did measure everything so if you want specifics please let me know!)

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I have a lot more which haven't been photographed.  Approximate age of these garments is 40s to 50s.  I don't own anything 60s.

Please let me know if you have any questions about anything!