tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post1058604594312514381..comments2024-03-14T16:03:32.434-04:00Comments on Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing: Holiday Dress Test RunGertiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04314542159287533507noreply@blogger.comBlogger116125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-45301555799348532002010-11-27T22:02:44.986-05:002010-11-27T22:02:44.986-05:00I would go for the first lining. Its gonna look ma...I would go for the first lining. Its gonna look marvelous.Bushra https://www.blogger.com/profile/17377000646174647381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-63365324222384091642010-11-23T21:10:35.594-05:002010-11-23T21:10:35.594-05:00The nude looks a little ordinary to me. I'd lo...The nude looks a little ordinary to me. I'd love to see it over a robin's egg blue. You've got the skills and the style to make that stunning.sortandfoldnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-20735781501162732882010-11-23T18:36:03.908-05:002010-11-23T18:36:03.908-05:00Definately the bemberg rayon, Gertie. I thought th...Definately the bemberg rayon, Gertie. I thought the darker underlays hide the beautiful lace too much.the Vintage Seamstressnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-57377427131152022692010-11-23T14:26:30.816-05:002010-11-23T14:26:30.816-05:00girl, let the lace shine. otherwise, why bother wi...girl, let the lace shine. otherwise, why bother with it?FITZhttp://fitzfabulous.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-7580851453004303612010-11-23T12:56:19.068-05:002010-11-23T12:56:19.068-05:00I also think you should go with the nude, the matc...I also think you should go with the nude, the matching would definitely not show off the lace (especially in relatively dim holiday party settings!). Your projects inspire me to keep practicing my sewing!Sophienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-14458308514843528732010-11-23T12:17:06.973-05:002010-11-23T12:17:06.973-05:00I love the proportions of the model dress and agre...I love the proportions of the model dress and agree that by making the bodice shorter, you'll replicate it and it will be super flattering. I also agree with moving the gathers closer to the center! Brilliant! I have been looking for a pattern like the one your making, I love a 50s-esque dress with sleeves! As for the underlay I think both red and nude options are great but the question is are you going to make the sleeves like those on Michelle Williams (i.e. just lace with no lining -i think that is what is going on atleast) if so, I think the nude underlay will look better. I personally like that idea BUT if you were going to line the sleeves anyway, go with what speaks to you!Clarehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08016959493763166993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-53694815670814526242010-11-23T08:54:22.136-05:002010-11-23T08:54:22.136-05:00I love your test dress--the fabric is so cute! (It...I love your test dress--the fabric is so cute! (It's been on my wishlist for awhile... must get some soon! lol.) I think you're right in the fit assessments thus far--the bodice definitely needs to be shortened a tad. I love the silhouette on you!<br /><br />For the lace, I have to admit I'm most in love with the first inspired by the original. The red on red (last) is lovely, but I feel like it really doesn't showcase the beauty of the lace as well. It looks more like a texture fabric, rather than lace overlay (at least in the photos--in real life I'm sure it's different! ;). Considering the lace was pricey, I'd say show it off!!! :D<br /><br />♥ Casey | <a href="http://blog.caseybrowndesigns.com" rel="nofollow">blog</a>Caseyhttp://blog.caseybrowndesigns.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-1145006588741909632010-11-23T03:24:30.172-05:002010-11-23T03:24:30.172-05:00Hmmm... I think I like 1 and 2 the best. It might...Hmmm... I think I like 1 and 2 the best. It might look cool to layer a red or coral mesh or chiffon between the lace and the nude. I think it will look great either way, though. I definitely agree with your choice to drop the neckline. The exposed collar bone in the original is so sexy, without being trashy. And I think a slightly shorter bodice will emphasize the nipped-in waist.RachelMakesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-47151562376958831242010-11-23T02:00:07.943-05:002010-11-23T02:00:07.943-05:00i like the skin-colored one. you bought that lace...i like the skin-colored one. you bought that lace to show it off! i wouldn't go with either the pink or the red. if you don't like the skin-tone, maybe go completely different--lavendar? bright white?--lizAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-2725866351876269252010-11-23T01:38:17.199-05:002010-11-23T01:38:17.199-05:00I like the skin toned lining the best. However, di...I like the skin toned lining the best. However, different shade might be more flattering to the lace. Perhaps little bit more cream than beige? Oh dear, did I just suggest you buy one more lining... oops :D <br />Anyway, I can't wait to see how it looks when it's done. That lace is gorgeous! <br />In my opinion the sleeves on the first draft look a bit too long, but I'm sure when they are made of lace it's perfect. Lace makes sleeves look more delicate than opaque material.Rhiahttp://www.evildressmaker.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-8191822829081881182010-11-23T00:01:54.520-05:002010-11-23T00:01:54.520-05:00I say the first lining. You really get to see the...I say the first lining. You really get to see the detail in the lace. Its going to be gorgeous!Melaniehttp://brazenbags.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-46344067761271655052010-11-22T23:57:04.889-05:002010-11-22T23:57:04.889-05:00Lovely i say #1 or another contrasting underlining...Lovely i say #1 or another contrasting underlining ( i like pale grey or blue ) i love your blog.David and Sara Gormley O'Brienhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02768427319543155557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-18620192994020139702010-11-22T21:59:18.092-05:002010-11-22T21:59:18.092-05:00I love the contrast in the inspiration dress, so I...I love the contrast in the inspiration dress, so I vote for #1. Your muslin looks great!a little sewinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18086285440873869055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-40569665780526954882010-11-22T21:41:16.708-05:002010-11-22T21:41:16.708-05:00I think you definitely need to make the neckline a...I think you definitely need to make the neckline a little deeper and wider to get that lovely sweep under the clavicles.<br /><br />I also like the high contrast between the lace and the flesh-colored lining, but it may end up looking like you're for-real naked with the large pattern in the lace. It looks to me like the original dress has a second layer of lace or netting that comes up from the waist over the bust, leaving an single-layer opening in the middle and on the sides/arms. That might work well to give more "coverage". Alternately I think having something that will still be high-contrast but not give the illusion of nakedness might be better. I think a honey/matte gold would be lovely with your coloring.<br /><br />I'll be reading along with interest!Liznoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-24074892039578289812010-11-22T21:26:59.134-05:002010-11-22T21:26:59.134-05:00The long bodice on the test run is begging for a b...The long bodice on the test run is begging for a belt. It makes you look very tall and slim. I am not sure I would change it until I wore a wide belt with it. I vote for the nude underlay. It photographs best, and will catch the eye best.meespattinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-21204220910319528702010-11-22T21:13:10.769-05:002010-11-22T21:13:10.769-05:00I choose the flesh tone since it is like the beaut...I choose the flesh tone since it is like the beautiful inspiration dress.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12250810614383633354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-25735045539513878912010-11-22T21:09:28.879-05:002010-11-22T21:09:28.879-05:00I'm also voting for the 'nude' lining....I'm also voting for the 'nude' lining. However it depends on the overall look you are aiming for. The nude gives the dress a lighter feel. Maybe the reason you're not loving the nude look is because it's the wrong colour tone (or shade) for you. You can still go for that nudish look, without using your skintone, by using a darker shade.Distracted by Yarn https://www.blogger.com/profile/03552075152435488507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-11833368750855177742010-11-22T20:57:26.219-05:002010-11-22T20:57:26.219-05:00love the cotton version! i reckon you need a linin...love the cotton version! i reckon you need a lining that shows off the lace. maybe try a different skin tone or off white. it's hard for any of us to really say since we only have photos, but i'll bet it'll look awesome when you have it done.Dondahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01469584323388772141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-18272597802990752722010-11-22T20:12:35.518-05:002010-11-22T20:12:35.518-05:00I very much like the skin tone underlay... who wan...I very much like the skin tone underlay... who wants to be matchy matchy when it's a party dress? Let the lace shine and let everyone think that you're nekkid underneath!Moniquehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18375537271773117124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-58797131172978523032010-11-22T20:10:52.474-05:002010-11-22T20:10:52.474-05:00Can I humbly suggest that you take a really close ...Can I humbly suggest that you take a really close look at the neckline of the original again, now that you have such a marvellous block to work from. It is those strong horizontal clavicles that life your eye away from a 'block' of lace. There is some underbust shaping on the original that, along with the underwear creates a good third dimension so to speak. So your instinct for tweaks is spot on - maybe even a little more tweakier than you first thought for the neckline. I am in the contrast camp - especially for a short dress - and I would want to try a little more strongly coloured neutral with a little more warmth ie barely milked coffee etc.susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17474457671500871145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-5416576219056748502010-11-22T20:09:47.537-05:002010-11-22T20:09:47.537-05:00cCan I humbly suggest that you take a really close...cCan I humbly suggest that you take a really close look at the neckline of the original. It is those strong horizontal clavicles that life your eye away from a 'block' of lace. There is some underbust shaping on the original that, along with the underwear creates a good third dimension so to speak. So your instinct for tweaks is spot on - maybe even a little more tweakier than you first thought for the neckline. I am in the contrast camp - especially for a short dress - and I would want to try a little more strongly coloured neutral with a little more warmth ie barely milked coffee etc.susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17474457671500871145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-41272609800917801022010-11-22T20:01:57.055-05:002010-11-22T20:01:57.055-05:00Absolutely #1, so the lace gets the attention it d...Absolutely #1, so the lace gets the attention it deserves!Allysonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12432175057043273707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-60527113578891067432010-11-22T19:19:03.171-05:002010-11-22T19:19:03.171-05:00Oh gosh, yes, deffo go for the first one - the nud...Oh gosh, yes, deffo go for the first one - the nude underlay. You have inspired me with that picture of that dress and I also want to do a version of my own, and wear those leopard print shoes with it. Such a FAB look. <br /><br />good luck with the sewing Gertie, you are so fast I don't know how you keep turning all these dresses out!<br />xxxAnnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027822646205572935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-13981870314446083252010-11-22T19:15:44.871-05:002010-11-22T19:15:44.871-05:00You could do a different top and bottom: all samey...You could do a different top and bottom: all samey on top and lace-show-off on bottom or vice-versa.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02315066089380246169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-36305742122399716482010-11-22T18:35:39.823-05:002010-11-22T18:35:39.823-05:00Well, I like #3 the best, though they're all l...Well, I like #3 the best, though they're all lovely. My colouring is like yours, fair skin and dark hair, I find that very busy patterns are never flattering on me. <br /><br />Very keen to find out your decision!aniexmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11785812017979369559noreply@blogger.com