tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post3518447977199250587..comments2024-03-23T16:46:47.415-04:00Comments on Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing: Side-Draped Sheath Design, First DraftGertiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04314542159287533507noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-24474669547951213692013-12-11T04:58:40.802-05:002013-12-11T04:58:40.802-05:00Ouahhhhhhhhhhhhh this dress is just amazing...Ouahhhhhhhhhhhhh this dress is just amazing...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04799680853387628871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-84662161603914050782013-12-08T05:46:12.895-05:002013-12-08T05:46:12.895-05:00Gorgeous!Gorgeous!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-66786226268263634102013-12-08T02:35:18.032-05:002013-12-08T02:35:18.032-05:00May need to make the waist pleats more pronounced ...May need to make the waist pleats more pronounced or start higher up; as it is they kind of look like wrinkles, unfortunately. I thought about making some sheath dresses but probably get too distracted by other challengesAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-15129045909723490622013-12-07T11:00:05.127-05:002013-12-07T11:00:05.127-05:00WOW-moment!WOW-moment!makeityourownhttp://www.makeityourown.blogg.senoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-28760746079765130532013-12-07T04:41:59.464-05:002013-12-07T04:41:59.464-05:00Oh this dress looks just amazing! Some real talent...Oh this dress looks just amazing! Some real talent here!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-57097611318594590702013-12-06T15:20:33.300-05:002013-12-06T15:20:33.300-05:00Aw, I missed you guys too! Things are finally calm...Aw, I missed you guys too! Things are finally calming down a bit!Gertiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04314542159287533507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-58291436475976717842013-12-06T15:20:11.691-05:002013-12-06T15:20:11.691-05:00Thanks for the suggestions and the link--gorgeous ...Thanks for the suggestions and the link--gorgeous dress! I think you're totally right about adding a seam, like a raglan sleeve. Gertiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04314542159287533507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-26278884521029194432013-12-06T12:45:31.306-05:002013-12-06T12:45:31.306-05:00Excited for the book, but also happy to get a litt...Excited for the book, but also happy to get a little more Gertie attention on the blog. :D Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00965437528545289229noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-87978544270210514812013-12-06T10:26:56.371-05:002013-12-06T10:26:56.371-05:00I second that!I second that!CrystalMoonCathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09903091876032634142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-56034258705089388422013-12-06T10:12:35.575-05:002013-12-06T10:12:35.575-05:00I think it looks pretty good. Looking forward to y...I think it looks pretty good. Looking forward to your next book.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07426857326205892466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-84724266834879967522013-12-06T09:55:22.013-05:002013-12-06T09:55:22.013-05:00I think for a first stab, it turned out lovely! I...I think for a first stab, it turned out lovely! I am looking forward to your new book. <br /><br />PS: I'm really glad to see the blogging picking up again. I've missed you.Alaskapsychhttp://alaskapsych.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-23939259974544312252013-12-06T09:50:29.265-05:002013-12-06T09:50:29.265-05:00Side wrapped sarong inspired dresses are a favorit...Side wrapped sarong inspired dresses are a favorite of mine, and this one is great. What I have noticed in the 1950's versions that I've seen is that the lining is a separately fitted layer, with the fashion fabric often as a second layer that is draped over that lining. This method can keep the dress from creeping up the torso (along with bones in the side seams too). I guess this really makes the skirt alot like a sarong, since that 'floats' and can move around without pulling the sheath itself. <br /><br />A note on the sweet-heart neckline: I have noticed that couture dresses with this look often have the sleeves or shoulder straps sewn to the bustier or bodice with a seam line that continues the arc of the neckline. It gives a really good, sharp corner to that sweet-heart shape. I think it is patterned much like a very low raglan sleeve. I have an example that details some pleating and another type of sweet-heart neckline that might help problem solve: http://pintuckstyle.blogspot.com/2013/02/a-closer-view-navy-silk-sheath-c-1955.html<br /><br />Looking forward to seeing this dress take shape!Jen Ohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12371112170847037417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-46108095321322671772013-12-06T05:44:43.941-05:002013-12-06T05:44:43.941-05:00I love the dress! Can I ask what make your dress f...I love the dress! Can I ask what make your dress form is? Looks pinnable with no gaps - I've been searching for a decent one for ages and yours looks like it fits the bill.<br /><br />Happy sewing<br /><br />Linda xxCrystalMoonCathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09903091876032634142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-78213155008526251242013-12-06T03:39:42.357-05:002013-12-06T03:39:42.357-05:00I like the look, I think it turned out pretty grea...I like the look, I think it turned out pretty great. I actually try to avoid waistline seams at all costs, I guess I just like minimal seaming and smooth transitions. Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04121522147957843362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-58245255460363233582013-12-05T19:03:50.816-05:002013-12-05T19:03:50.816-05:00Because of the color of the fabric, black, you don...Because of the color of the fabric, black, you don't notice the wrinkles and wouldn't notice a waist seam either. I think it's a great holiday dress and the side darts add enough detail to make it slightly above a simple LBD.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-70205935432708127192013-12-05T18:41:13.110-05:002013-12-05T18:41:13.110-05:00Can not wait for book 2!!!Can not wait for book 2!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08237573289198451841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-21467377360162400982013-12-05T18:17:48.197-05:002013-12-05T18:17:48.197-05:00such a shame it didn't work out! It looks love...such a shame it didn't work out! It looks lovely on the dress form, but you know... she doesn't move very much! Good on you for trying something new too - never stop challenging yourself! xoCatherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10255354405253714311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-16172516218322427202013-12-05T18:03:56.155-05:002013-12-05T18:03:56.155-05:00I agree that boning would be a good idea, as lack ...I agree that boning would be a good idea, as lack of waistline would definitely mean wrinkles. I also feel the pleats are too far around by emanating from the side seam. Would it be more flattering to cut the hips in thirds, and maybe have them come from the bottom of that waist dart instead? I seem to recall most sarong dress tie in about that spot, not right on the side seam. Good on you for experimenting! If only I had the time to play around like that :-)pearlcardiganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17825778447235920180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-2953723381566643652013-12-05T17:43:59.296-05:002013-12-05T17:43:59.296-05:00I adore Yours patterns. I´ve made a few dresses, b...I adore Yours patterns. I´ve made a few dresses, but yours sewing tips are best!! I´m a big fan.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11736493197578882122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-89928855823923701462013-12-05T17:40:55.341-05:002013-12-05T17:40:55.341-05:00I totally understand! As. I've got a very peti...I totally understand! As. I've got a very petite torso and have a hard time fitting things without a waist seam!sew rachel!https://www.blogger.com/profile/06569084994328220284noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-14065044199872600052013-12-05T16:23:48.422-05:002013-12-05T16:23:48.422-05:00I've made a few wedding dresses with side drap...I've made a few wedding dresses with side draping and no waistline and I usually either add some boning to eliminate any wrinkles or add some more pleats at the waistline (with boning underneath). I love your dress its perfect for Christmas parties!Flossy and Dossyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08715218381618799181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-28695952070662995772013-12-05T16:12:39.133-05:002013-12-05T16:12:39.133-05:00I'd love for you to try out a Paris Original p...I'd love for you to try out a Paris Original pattern. I bet you'd be an ace! These patterns have so many wonderful draping effects. This dress is just beautiful Gertie.Joannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16439393534029787165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-86465713129697359192013-12-05T15:47:25.005-05:002013-12-05T15:47:25.005-05:00Incredible dress - the fit is soooo good!Incredible dress - the fit is soooo good!Rachaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10606134278310929510noreply@blogger.com