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Title: Floral robe
Post by: snoozi soozi on November 29, 2019, 13:46:51 PM
I've finished my robe  :)

It's in cotton lawn from Croft Mill, not quite the right time of year just now, but come springtime I'll be wafting around like a good 'un.

It's oversized and ankle length as I had hoped.

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Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Acorn on November 29, 2019, 15:27:31 PM
That's lovely - just my sort of robe.   :)
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: UttaRetch on November 29, 2019, 16:43:28 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/xI0PJc9.jpg)

Rotated and slightly cropped.  Very pretty.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Flobear on November 29, 2019, 17:03:17 PM
Cropped! Oh no  :o  @snoozi soozi wanted it ankle length.

Lovely robe, btw. Perfect for wafting about in.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Vezelay on November 29, 2019, 17:08:19 PM
Cotton lawn is just the perfect fabric for a summer robe, and this one is so pretty - lovely job. :loveit:
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Post by: Lilian on November 29, 2019, 17:16:35 PM
Beautiful fabric love the robe
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Gernella on November 29, 2019, 18:41:59 PM
Since I made my original Liberty Lawn Vogue gown, I'm hooked on them, it will be my third next and so easy to make.

Love your Spring flowers.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: snoozi soozi on November 29, 2019, 20:57:19 PM
Thanks all, I already want to make another one  :loveit:
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Vezelay on November 29, 2019, 23:28:15 PM
What pattern did you use @snoozi soozi ?
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: snoozi soozi on November 30, 2019, 09:51:14 AM
@Vezelay it's this one. I was lucky to find it in Jaycott's sale a few weeks ago  :) I made View A in size XL. From this pattern I've also made a nightshirt (C) as a christmas pressie for my bestie.

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Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Tim Sr on December 01, 2019, 02:22:45 AM
That's lovely - just my sort of robe.   :)

I have to second that. @snoozi soozi
One of the ideas rolling around in the grey matter is a robe. Thank you for the lovely post, this is a perfect idea!

Tim
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: UttaRetch on December 01, 2019, 08:06:35 AM
I am going all 50's glam with

(https://i.imgur.com/2V2NbR1.jpg)

McCall's 7875 (https://www.sewessential.co.uk/misses-jacket-robe-trousers-belt-mccalls-pattern-7875-39898).  When my sewing room is set up, this will be my first project.  :D
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: snoozi soozi on January 18, 2020, 10:53:50 AM
I've made a top and bottoms to complete the ensemble. Excuse the sloppy presentation, I needed to show the separates
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Not too much is it?  :D
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Acorn on January 18, 2020, 11:01:39 AM
It's a gorgeous set - you will be able to waft around the house feeling glamorous!   :loveit:
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Flobear on January 18, 2020, 12:28:11 PM
Dahling, it's Fab U Lous  :D 
Presume you don't have any pets who want to clamber on your lap? Pawprints tend to spoil the glamorousnessness.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Catllar on January 18, 2020, 12:38:09 PM
That's lovely!!  Genuine question for all : When do you actually wear this sort of ensemble? The way Jan works  is thus: wear clothes till I go to bed, I undress, do ablutions, go to bed in the buff. Get up and straight into shower, get dressed in clothes. Repeat on daily basis. So try as  I have I can't see where these lovely feminine floats would ever fit in!
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Lowena on January 18, 2020, 12:42:41 PM
Same as above. I'm either in bed and naked or up and dressed
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Puzzler on January 18, 2020, 12:47:19 PM
The first thing I want to do when I get home from a day out, whatever the time, is to undress and put on my jammies. Not as glamorous as this little ensemble though.  :loveit:
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Bodgeitandscarper on January 18, 2020, 13:02:39 PM
They look super, but another one here who has to be dressed when I'm up, and naked in bed, although I do just put a dressing gown on in between having been in the hot tub and going to bed - but that's usually only for the time it takes for the woofs to go out for their bedtime weesandpoos.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: snoozi soozi on January 18, 2020, 14:07:55 PM
I never sleep naked and will often walk the dogs in my pj's, granted they don't look like typical pj's. There have been days when I haven't got 'dressed' at all and have gone through the day as I am. slob, moi?!

This wee Margo outfit might be reserved for a warmish day when I plan on mooching around the house  :)
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Acorn on January 18, 2020, 15:20:09 PM
On weekday mornings I get up and see Mr Acorn off, then go and get abluted and dressed (a luxury of working from home), so that's one opportunity to wear a nice robe.  Quite often in the evening I get changed into something comfy but nice - an opportunity for a posh-pyjama-type outfit.

My Mum, in the '70s or '80s, had a dress that she often wore in the evenings - long, brightly coloured velour - and I think that's where I got the liking for having evening-at-home clothes.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: UttaRetch on January 18, 2020, 15:47:14 PM
@Catllar, I sleep in a baggy vest and pants or nightie when it's cold.  I lounge about in this

(https://thesewingplace.org.uk/gallery/5_03_04_17_9_24_40.jpeg)

which is going to be replaced by McCall's 7875 (https://www.sewessential.co.uk/misses-jacket-robe-trousers-belt-mccalls-pattern-7875-39898) (view C) until I get dressed at about 10am for either staying in or going out.  My indoor clothes are worn until bedtime and I change into these from my street attire.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: sewingj on January 18, 2020, 16:20:07 PM
Fabulous robe @UttaRetch

This house is usually cold so I wear a nightie to sleep in plus a thick towelling robe to wander about in.  Husband sleeps in the buff and has to remember to cover up when the grandchildren are staying!
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: UttaRetch on January 18, 2020, 16:25:21 PM
Thank you but's not very practical.  I have to undo the first four buttons to get into it.  A wrap will be better.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Greybird on January 18, 2020, 17:28:02 PM
I think I remember you making that one @UttaRetch ?
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Catllar on January 18, 2020, 18:58:27 PM
Well this has made interesting reading!
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: UttaRetch on January 18, 2020, 20:01:39 PM
@Greybird, it might go back to the late, but unlamented Sewing forum days.  :D
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Lilian on January 18, 2020, 22:16:24 PM
Lovely robe @UttaRetch I would wear that, in fact I would like to make one  :) :vintage:
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: UttaRetch on January 19, 2020, 08:12:50 AM
I used

(https://i.imgur.com/BVi8wBJ.jpg)

McCall's 6891 (https://www.sewessential.co.uk/misses-dresses-and-sash-mccalls-pattern-6891) and first made it as a dress (https://thesewingplace.org.uk/gallery/5_17_04_17_5_22_38.jpeg).  The robe if fully lined with a plush-like fabric for a bit of warmth.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Flobear on January 19, 2020, 10:53:52 AM
Ooh, ooh, ooh, @UttaRetch you've reminded me that's exactly what I did mumble-mumble years ago!

I have the UFO in a bag and need a suitable lining because the fabric is a) thin and b) cold on the skin. What did you use for your lining? I bought some brushed cotton but it was more sheeting quality and I didn't like it much.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: UttaRetch on January 19, 2020, 14:40:20 PM
The flipside

(https://i.imgur.com/sLcu32d.jpg)

The lining fabric is more substantial than a brushed cotton, but I don't actually know what it is since I bought it based on the feel and colour.  I can't even remember where now, but I suspect some place cheap as £5 per metre is my limit.  Sorry.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: Flobear on January 19, 2020, 16:06:00 PM
Not to worry. Thanks for showing the inside. I shall just have to feel up some bolts of fabric until I gind something I like  ;)
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: UttaRetch on January 19, 2020, 17:04:15 PM
I shall just have to feel up some bolts of fabric until I gind something I like  ;)
(https://i.imgur.com/S39XZCT.png) (https://i.imgur.com/S39XZCT.png) (https://i.imgur.com/S39XZCT.png) Keep your perversions to yourself.
Title: Re: Floral robe
Post by: blackcat001 on January 22, 2020, 10:04:57 AM
I do like that floral robe. In face, it has inspired me. Making one for me is now on my 'to make' list.