For my birthday this year, Drew got me a sewing machine! (I know my birthday was in August, but I am just getting around to finishing my first project...) It was a very welcome gift because in preparation for our wedding this past summer, I was working with my mom on a number of sewing projects, including 12 bags (one for each member of the wedding party). I also loved the idea that my veil and the junior bridesmaid dresses were made by her, and dreamed of one day being good enough to do that for my own daughter or granddaughter (it may take that long for me to get good enough).
Anyway, now that I have my own sewing machine, I decided to attempt my first dress! I picked out my fabric at a wonderful store in Nashville, Textile Fabrics, brought it back to Tucson, and began working on it all on my own! I had high hopes of finishing it in time to wear to Derek's wedding in San Diego, but alas it didn't quite happen. I did finally finish a couple weeks ago though, and wanted to share the final product. I haven't had an occasion to wear it yet, but am hoping that one pops up soon!
3 comments:
Very nice Emily!! I love it! Can't wait to see what shoes you chose. I made most of my own clothes most of my life, and a suit when I went to Italy in 1976 with my college roommate. I also joined a group the "Stitchin' B" when I first got to Tullahoma, learning to cross-stitch, do french hand seams, candle wicking, and smocking. I made most of the girls costumes during their recitals, and plays, but haven't done much recently - too busy with work, and my machine died. You will have fun, and that dress is so cute. Good job!! Love, Debbie
nice job finishing it up em! it looks great and i am very impressed! now you just have to make drew take you out :)
Wow! That dress is gorgeous-- I can't believe you made it! But then again, I can... you are so good at this kind of thing! Your daughters and granddaughters will be so lucky to have you-- can you sew dresses for mine too? ;)
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