Cheery Cherries!

So, I bet you are wondering....gosh, there hasn't been any mention of any recent sewing projects after getting the machine fixed. Has she just given up?

NEGATIVE GHOSTRIDER!

I am currently working on a project that I am just in love with.

A few weeks ago, my girlfriend Vicki and her hubby came down to visit me. We had a lovely visit and we traveled to the fabric store for some project stuff. Vicki picked out some really great fabric for a dress and a blouse.

Here is what she conned me into making for her:


This is the pattern. It's a McCall's, but I don't recall the number right now.


Specifically, this the design/cut of the dress I am making for her:


This cut really reminds me of the tea dresses that Vivien of Holloway offers. I'm pretty happy about that. I forsee a repeat on this pattern for myself. Probably in a different print though.


Here is the fabric. I am in love with this fabric. I have half a mind to get some for myself and make a skirt or something out of it.
Vicki selected large white shank buttons to match the polka dots, which I think was in excellent choice, though I hate sewing on shank buttons.

So far, things are going well with the project. The pattern is pretty easy to follow, and I am pleased so far with the look of things.

I really hope it fits well and looks good on Vicki. This is the ultimate test of skill for me. I mean, a lot is riding on this....I want Vicki to be pleased with it, and I want her to feel like she got her money's worth for the cost of the fabric...which if I recall correctly wasn't cheap. I know we'll both be disappointed if it turns out wonky.

Anyway, I'm pretty happy to be making this dress because Vicki gave me the pattern to keep ! And, there was a little bit of fabric that was left over, that I am keeping for myself (Sorry Vicki!) because I want a small bag to match my new purse I just bought. Woo Hoo!

I should be done with the dress by the end of the week, and I will post pictures when I present it to Vicki. I want her to see the finished product first.

Update on the dream dress....not I haven't forgotten about it...This project for Vicki has sidelined me though.
I picked up the pattern and I expect to start on the construction in May. I'm still holding out that I'll loose a little weight by then.