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Title: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on April 17, 2019, 09:04:38 AM: Welcome to the Florals Rule contest. It was a huge success last year, who doesn’t like a bit of florals for summer. I can see this as an annual thingy.

So, here are the rules

1. You shall make a minimum of one garment - it can be anything, top, dress, skirt, jumpsuit, trousers....
2. If you want to make more than one entry, feel free to do so, but submit them in separate posts
3. Please clearly indicate what pattern you used and what, if any, changes you made
4. You don't need to use a commercial pattern, self drafted is fine
5. Sewing starts on May 1st, you can prepare & fit the pattern and cut before that date
6. Sewing finishes on May 31st, please post pictures by June 7th
7. Please use the template below when you submit your entry post

(your name)'s Entry (indicate the number if you have more than one entry ;))

What event/occasion is it for

Pattern used (commercial or self-drafted, anything goes)

A short description on how you made it/problems overcome/etc.

Pictures (ideally included in the text, but I can do that for you if needed)

:flower: Happy Sewing :flower:
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Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: b15erk on April 17, 2019, 09:07:01 AM: Oh no! I've just finished a floral. :(

I'll have to make another! :)

Jessie
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on April 17, 2019, 09:11:27 AM: @b15erk there is a list with all contests that will run this year among the sticky threads :)
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: wrenkins on April 17, 2019, 09:11:46 AM: I am veh veh excited! Yesterday I formulated a plan of sorts for some 'odd' fabric that I bought because it was cheap...like you do. I might be able to enter this comp if I get a wriggle on.
@Pearl grab your kantha (buy a flowery one) and come on!!!! We're making a thing!
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: BrendaP on April 17, 2019, 09:36:31 AM: I've got some floral fabric in the stash 0_0
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Pearl on April 17, 2019, 11:26:16 AM: Quote from: wrenkins on April 17, 2019, 09:11:46 AM
@Pearl grab your kantha (buy a flowery one) and come on!!!! We're making a thing!

Thought this might be a possibility, @wrenkins , until I saw rule 6. 31st May? As in, six weeks? :S
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: wrenkins on April 17, 2019, 11:46:41 AM: I've hit a snag too @Pearl with my odd fabric. The stuff itself is 100% cotton but the twirly 'embroidery' bit is synthetic. It welded into a lump when I flame tested it. This means that the dying part of the plan will need some more thought. 8)
I've ordered a pattern that I've fancied for ages so I'll see what it looks like when it gets here before I commit. It's only 7 or 8 pieces. That's one piece a week. How hard can it be? 0_0 0_0 0_0 :S
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Tamnymore on April 17, 2019, 12:09:02 PM: I have so much flowery fabric it's giving me virtual hay fever. Must have a go at this contest. Get thee behind me, work commitments! :devil:
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Pearl on April 17, 2019, 12:36:03 PM: Quote from: wrenkins on April 17, 2019, 11:46:41 AM
I've hit a snag too @Pearl with my odd fabric. The stuff itself is 100% cotton but the twirly 'embroidery' bit is synthetic. It welded into a lump when I flame tested it. This means that the dying part of the plan will need some more thought. 8)
I've ordered a pattern that I've fancied for ages so I'll see what it looks like when it gets here before I commit. It's only 7 or 8 pieces. That's one piece a week. How hard can it be? 0_0 0_0 0_0 :S

I’ll look forward to following your progress, @wrenkins . As for me, maybe next year. (I’ve just signed up to a dressmaking evening class. :S)
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on April 17, 2019, 14:34:38 PM: Yay @Pearl, I am very much forward to your and @wrenkins’ adventures with dressmaking. I’ve been to the Darkside a few times, the first pieced block I even made was Hazel Hedgehog for a quilt and cushions for my little grand nephew

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Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: charlotte on April 17, 2019, 15:12:17 PM: Ooh ooh can I bear to wait until May 1st to start on the Liberty print dress I posted about the Formal Wear board?

I have only drafted the corselette pattern so far, so quite possibly as long as drafting and toile-making is allowed ahead of time...
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: snoozi soozi on April 21, 2019, 19:06:04 PM: I reckon I'm feeling brave enough to go in for this one, I have plenty plenty flowers in the stash and I do need another jumpsuit, after all, summer is upon us :loveit:
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Kwaaked on April 22, 2019, 14:23:00 PM: I have some normal florals somewhere in my stash, and I need to make a few things so commenting to place mark if I come up with something I want to do.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: DementedFairy on April 23, 2019, 23:22:52 PM: OH NO! I have nothing floral. Dammit. Now I need to buy some more.... :devil: :devil: :devil: :loveit:
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Kwaaked on April 24, 2019, 11:14:59 AM: About the only thing I really am interested in at the moment is a jacket made with kanzashi flowers. Not sure if this qualifies or not.

I also haven't been too interested in looking at my fabric, either.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Holly Berry on May 01, 2019, 14:08:48 PM: I’m in for this one.

I’m making Butterick 6412 with an adaption to the skirt. I want it longer which means that I can’t get the semi circular skirt out of the fabric, so I’m using the width and making box pleats.

It’s cut out and the fitting done, so I will be ploughing ahead, but got to finish my posh frock first.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: doesntworkonwood on May 01, 2019, 14:34:16 PM: I'm planning on doing some floral embroidery on a pair of trousers I'm making. Would that be enough for me to enter this contest?
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Kwaaked on May 01, 2019, 14:46:56 PM: I sort of asked about kanzashi...so I'm interested in the answer, too @doesntworkonwood
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 01, 2019, 15:02:19 PM: Quote from: doesntworkonwood on May 01, 2019, 14:34:16 PM
I'm planning on doing some floral embroidery on a pair of trousers I'm making. Would that be enough for me to enter this contest?

I’d need to see an image or sketch. The flowers would need to be big/dominant enough to count as floral fabric.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 01, 2019, 15:05:40 PM: Quote from: Kwaaked on May 01, 2019, 14:46:56 PM
I sort of asked about kanzashi...so I'm interested in the answer, too @doesntworkonwood
I thought you were mulling over kanzashi, I didn’t read it as a question. Feel free to tag me if you have questions, an image or a sketch always helps as well.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: doesntworkonwood on May 01, 2019, 15:19:49 PM: Quote from: Manuela on May 01, 2019, 15:02:19 PM
I’d need to see an image or sketch. The flowers would need to be big/dominant enough to count as floral fabric.

Ahh, looks like a no then. The flowers would be concentrated at the waistband and the rest of the fabric would be plain. Oh well, next time :D
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Efemera on May 03, 2019, 21:34:58 PM: I’m hoping to get something done
Another SOI shirt dress but with different collar and lapels
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: wrenkins on May 05, 2019, 08:14:14 AM: My pattern has arrived and I don't like it and my dye still hasn't arrived so I don't know whether I like it or not.
It's going well so far. :S
I'm looking forward to seeing what all you proper dressmakers are up to though. 8)
BTW I failed to mention that I may be making frog fastenings for this... -<
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Helen M on May 05, 2019, 13:02:36 PM: I had ideas for 2 garments but we will now be away for 10 days so probably only 1 will happen. Hope to cut out later today.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Kwaaked on May 05, 2019, 18:31:43 PM: @wrenkins frogs aren't too bad to make, but I may wind up dropping out before I begin.

OH hit me with a June 8th date to get married. Leaves me with a little over a month to get a dress made.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Acorn on May 05, 2019, 19:09:13 PM: Congratulations @Kwaaked!!! :D :toast:
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: justpottering on May 05, 2019, 22:32:33 PM: Congratulations @Kwaaked how lovely a June wedding :loveit:
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Greybird on May 05, 2019, 22:35:17 PM: Congratulations @Kwaaked ! Step by step progress of the wedding dress I hope?
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: fajita on May 05, 2019, 22:42:41 PM: Congratulations @Kwaaked <3
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Helen M on May 05, 2019, 23:02:34 PM: Congratulations @Kwaaked :toast:
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Kwaaked on May 05, 2019, 23:23:12 PM: Thanks...it's not a huge deal to be honest. Not sure what is going on...I want an Elvis impersonator and actual, you know TIME to get a dress, but it's been a volatile topic in the duck pond for a while.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: b15erk on May 07, 2019, 15:28:25 PM: @Kwaaked Many Congratulations on your forthcoming Nuptials!

@wrenkins will you give us a step by step of your frogs? I've just ordered some - cowardy custard me... :|

Jessie
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: wrenkins on May 09, 2019, 08:30:33 AM: @b15erk I had the genius idea of buying plain ones and dying them but I'm too impatient...also I forgot and dyed my fabric yesterday. >< I'll maybe just do a simpler cheaty version now.
The corduroy has come out a gorgeous shade of green :loveit: but the flowers are still 5h1t brown, :x
I have two jacket patterns and I intended to make a practice version of one or other with this fabric before investing more than 2/8d in posher stuff.
We'll see! 8)

Right! Here's (https://www.minervacrafts.com/shop/sewing/patterns/simplicity-8298-a-simplicity-ladies-sewing-pattern-8298-coats-jackets?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI653bwqSO4gIV1YjVCh3pcQrhEAQYAiABEgLV3vD_BwE) the pattern. I want to do a Mandarin/stand up collar but I want it right round to meet at the front. Not with a big gap because the front falls away...and that leads me to problem number two. I want the fronts to come round and meet...not swoop away on a curve. :S
I want patch pockets, if any, and straight sleeves...not big bells. Apart from that the pattern is just right. 0_0 I had a quilted jacket similar to this years ago and I loved it so I'll just make it up as I go along.
This (https://www.minervacrafts.com/shop/fabric/dress-fabrics/12b-1001-embroidered-lurex-stretch-corduroy-dress-fabric-beige-per-metre) is the fabric before I dyed it and when my phone has sufficient charge I'll post an after. There is no lurex anywhere! The description is a lie! ><
I'm off now to read up on binding seams...where's Esme's phone number?!?!?!?!
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: SewRuthieSews on May 15, 2019, 16:08:25 PM: Still half of May left so wondering what Floral fabric I could make something from....
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 15, 2019, 22:08:48 PM: Quote from: Francesca on May 15, 2019, 16:31:37 PM
Mine is now cut out... again. After the disaster with the Joni dress I've just about managed to cut out a brand new bodice using the Lekala pattern and am going to try and frankenpattern them together. I really want to get this done, mainly as it's going to be one of my SWAKOP pieces too (is that allowed @Manuela ?)

Yes @Francesca, you can enter SWAKOP pieces into other contests too :)
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: SewRuthieSews on May 15, 2019, 22:17:24 PM: Quote from: Manuela on May 15, 2019, 22:08:48 PM
Yes you can enter SWAKOP pieces into other contests too :)
Great I think I'll do that too
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Kwaaked on May 16, 2019, 19:19:30 PM: @Manuela Does this count as floral for the contest?

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Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 16, 2019, 22:55:56 PM: Yes it does @Kwaaked, looking forward to what you’ll make.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Helen M on May 16, 2019, 23:09:01 PM: I've almost finished my garment and sadly I won't have time to start the 2nd one as I'm going away.

I remember having problems getting the photos right last time so @Manuela I'm wondering if you could point me to instructions as I'll only have a day or so when I get back to post. Also is it this thread we post the entries?
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 16, 2019, 23:48:36 PM: @Helen M you submit here with an entry post. A template of what it should include is at the first post on this thread. You include your pictures in the entry post as well.
Just make sure it’s clearly identifiable as your submission :)
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: indigotiger on May 17, 2019, 03:46:36 AM: Hoping I will have time to enter this contest, as I won't be able to start sewing until May 28th... but I have some fabric, intended for a TNT blouse, that I consider to be a floral. Well it has flowers and leaves, even if not the traditional "summertime floral".
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Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: jintie on May 17, 2019, 07:19:03 AM: I made a lovely one metre square cowboy scarf last year, in a soft drapey floral rayon from Fabricland.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 17, 2019, 09:21:05 AM: @indigotiger that’s definitely floral :)
@jintie and what about this year ;)
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Helen M on May 17, 2019, 09:43:05 AM: Quote from: Manuela on May 16, 2019, 23:48:36 PM
@Helen M you submit here with an entry post. A template of what it should include is at the first post on this thread. You include your pictures in the entry post as well.
Just make sure it’s clearly identifiable as your submission :)

Thank you @Manuela , I've copied the rules so will work on it! I seem to think my pictures were not 'in the right place on my computer' the last time and wouldn't upload, heaven knows why though so I'll be aware of that.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 17, 2019, 10:08:21 AM: @Helen M, being a subscriber you are able to upload up to 4 pictures in any one post via the attachment tag of the post. Let me know if you have problems (best to tag me :))
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Efemera on May 17, 2019, 18:23:45 PM: Started...don’t know whether to top stitch or not.
It’s the Sew Over It vintage shirt dress again. This time I’ve squared off the lapels, omitted the button through skirt and put in a side zip.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Efemera on May 18, 2019, 18:04:38 PM: Here’s my entry for the Floral Rules contest
Pattern is Sew Over It vintage shirt dress.
Altered the lapel shape from round to angular, added pockets, omitted the button through skirt, added a side zip and four inches in length. The pocket and zip were interesting to sew.

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Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 19, 2019, 00:20:15 AM: @Efemera could you please use the template for your entry - you’ll find it in the first post of this thread.
Thank you
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Helen M on May 19, 2019, 10:06:57 AM: @Manuela can you add photos after you have made your post? I may get time to take one but would like to take more later (before closing date).
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 19, 2019, 10:39:28 AM: @Helen M theoretically yes, but that would also mean that I need to check previous posts for updates...
So best to submit your entries once you’ve taken the photos. You can post your progress updates here if you want to, and an official entry/submission just before the deadline.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Efemera on May 19, 2019, 12:12:30 PM: Edited my post @Manuela
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Helen M on May 19, 2019, 13:46:16 PM: Quote from: Manuela on May 19, 2019, 10:39:28 AM
@Helen M theoretically yes, but that would also mean that I need to check previous posts for updates...
So best to submit your entries once you’ve taken the photos. You can post your progress updates here if you want to, and an official entry/submission just before the deadline.

@Manuela
Sorry I probably didn't explain properly. I guess I meant am I able to modify the post having posted maybe 2 photos to add another one?
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 19, 2019, 14:24:48 PM: @Helen M that’s what I mean. I work on the voting thread as the entries come in. Hence I would need to get back again and again to check whether there were modifications.
If I create the voting thread on the last day of submitting, I have to search pages and pages of posts to find the entries. Hence, best to take the pictures first and then submit an entry. If there is a time problem, just send me a pm and we work something out.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: BrendaP on May 20, 2019, 22:36:54 PM: All week I've been looking at a piece of pinky, beigey pink floral fabric in the stash which would go nicely with my dark pink jeans and debating which blouse/top pattern to use, so this morning I cut out a dress from a length of glazed cotton bought for £2 from the craft club sales table.

It has big pink and yellow flowers with brown leaves so it is floral. :flower: I'm using Simplicity 2247 (https://www.johnlewis.com/simplicity-amazing-fit-women%27s-dress-sewing-pattern-2247/p1173296?sku=233093037&s_kwcid=2dx92700044099018106&tmad=c&tmcampid=2&gclid=Cj0KCQjwoInnBRDDARIsANBVyAS7FrCS8J0O-MvXzTiv87tq5cscKBx94aQ6fKRYOCfuLr45e92_5tEaApI3EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds).

This evening I've got the princess panels constructed but the next step is the zip, so not sensible to start that late evening.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: BrendaP on May 21, 2019, 09:59:16 AM: I've just done the zip, an invisible one which went in like a dream 0_0
I used the :vintage: 201 with it's tiny zipper foot, pressed the zip first to coax the coils open and it just went in without any problem. I might not bother again with the proper invisible zipper foot with the Husqvarna.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Manuela on May 21, 2019, 13:31:45 PM: @BrendaP I keep on telling people, a zip or cording foot that goes close to the zipper coil is all one needs to install an invisible zipper.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: SewRuthieSews on May 22, 2019, 07:30:58 AM: I've got loads of projects in the queue for SWAKOP but none of them are very floral and there's not a lot of May left, so I might not manage to do this one.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: BrendaP on May 22, 2019, 21:37:49 PM: My dress is now finished as per the pattern, but the neckline looks a bit plain. Some years a go I made a sundress with a similar neckline and that had a knotted tie added to the front. Based on that I've made up a similar knot. Do I sew it on permanently or leave it plain? Decisions.....

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Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: SewRuthieSews on May 22, 2019, 21:58:22 PM: I like the knot. @BrendaP
You could tack it in place with a few hand stitches and remove later if you change your mind.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Greybird on May 22, 2019, 23:04:27 PM: I prefer it plain. The neckline is a lovely shape and the bow detracts from it. You can always wear a necklace with it.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: indigotiger on May 23, 2019, 05:48:51 AM: Brenda - perhaps you could sew a pin back to the bow, and use it like a brooch, adding it to the dress when you wanted it, and if you were wearing the dress with a scarf or necklace, you could remove the bow?
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I went looking for my blue floral fabric and when I found it, lo and behold, I had already cut out the pattern pieces for a blouse, but never sewn it together! Whoo hoo!! After double checking the rules to make sure that a pre-cut-out fabric was okay to use, I now think that I might actually be able to complete a new blouse by the end of May...
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Efemera on May 25, 2019, 14:16:51 PM: Working on this....not glamorous but practical.... can you see me flouncing around the caravan site in this!...just call me Margo
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Efemera on May 25, 2019, 17:28:22 PM: This is my second entry for the Floral contest.

The pattern is Vogue 9232.
That fabric is vintage towelling.
A robe for the caravan... showering and drying is a pain in the shower block.
I shortened the bodice through the armsyce about an inch, did the matching alteration to the sleeve.
I used an open ended zip because I didn’t want to step in it or put it over my head.
I lengthened the short version by 4 inches.

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Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: annieeg on May 25, 2019, 17:31:22 PM: its charming! :loveit:
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: snoozi soozi on May 25, 2019, 17:38:03 PM: It looks wonderful I bet you can't wait to unleash it on everyone :loveit:
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Efemera on May 25, 2019, 19:00:04 PM: Well I won’t get lost!...
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Acorn on May 25, 2019, 21:49:02 PM: That's lovely - you'll be a very happy sight! 0_0
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Lachica on May 26, 2019, 08:44:08 AM: Late as usual. This fabric was bought last year from TTC online. It has a lovely drape, is not quite see through but I think will need a lining. There's not enough to use any of the patterns I like but it's been draped on Dolly for so long that I thought - yes! I can drape it on Dolly, tack & try on! So yesterday I took a deep breath and started.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Lachica on May 28, 2019, 22:05:41 PM: Lachica's Entry
For a wedding on 9 June

Pattern used: none, first attempt at draping on the dress form

A short description on how you made it/problems overcome/etc:
This was definitely an a***e about face construction method! The fabric (heavy Georgette from TTC) has a lovely drape. There was only just over a metre at 150 wide as it was a remnant. I didn't want a lot of seams as not enough fabric to pattern match. I'd held it up on myself & liked the cowl neck effect. I pinned it onto Dolly with the bottom of the fabric just below knee level (except Dolly doesn't have knees, more of this later) & fiddled with the neck drape until I liked what I saw, then pinned the drape in place. [ You are not allowed to view attachments ] Pattern placement: I moved the fabric to avoid a large flower on each boob. To get an asymmetric drape I made 5 pleats on one side from the waist up to underbust. The cowl was wrong side out at this point, there was one side seam as the fabric was wrapped round Dolly, but she doesn't have arms and I have 2. [ You are not allowed to view attachments ] I tried it on and DH helpfully pointed out that my right arm was trapped inside. Also, the pleated fabric across my tummy was most unflattering. Removed pleats, stitched side seam.

Deep breath, cut off the top cowl fabric & joined it back on with right side to wrong side so cowl now had right side out. Also cut a slit to allow the trapped arm out. Rolled hems on armhole edges. It looked like a sack on Dolly. Pinched out a bust dart in the seam side, tacked. Pinched out 2 vertical front darts, tacked. Pinned shoulders, tried on. Tummy much better, would be better if I lost a stone >< made the darts a bit bigger, stitched. Each time it went on Dolly or on me, the cowl fell differently, so I hand stitched pleats on the shoulders along with a piece of ribbon with popper to attach to bra straps. [ You are not allowed to view attachments ] This stabilised it, should have done this sooner. Finally hemmed tonight, it's a bit above my knees (because Dolly doesn't have any). I also made a waist slip to avoid static/knicker view. [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: Greybird on May 28, 2019, 22:36:48 PM: Very nice. Particularly like the cowl and the fabric is lovely.
Title: Re: Florals Rule contest - 1.05.-31.05.2019
Post by: BrendaP on May 28, 2019, 22:58:49 PM: That's lovely, and for your first attempt at draping it brilliant. Well done 0_0
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Post by: Manuela on May 29, 2019, 00:03:22 AM: @Lachica, could you please go to your attachment and then click ‘insert attachment’ - that way the photos are embedded in the text and most probably will be the right way around.
Great looking dress, love your idea of draping it :loveit:

ETA: Sorry, by trying to help, I embedded one of them, but somehow actually deleted 2 - could you please upload them again.
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Post by: Morzel on May 29, 2019, 04:37:59 AM: @Lachica , that dress is great! And you draoed it, by yourselve! I am impressed. Deeply impressed and in awe.
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Post by: Lachica on May 29, 2019, 09:14:56 AM: Thanks @Manuela. Unfortunately I'm not able to embed images in text, never have been able to, I think it may be an Android thing. When I click the 'edit' button I can add text but not do anything with the photos. I'm using Android 9 on a Nokia phone.
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Post by: Manuela on May 29, 2019, 10:56:31 AM: Quote from: Lachica on May 29, 2019, 09:14:56 AM
Thanks @Manuela. Unfortunately I'm not able to embed images in text, never have been able to, I think it may be an Android thing. When I click the 'edit' button I can add text but not do anything with the photos. I'm using Android 9 on a Nokia phone.

No problem, I managed to embed two of them. However, I also accidentally deleted two :o could you please re-upload the missing ones @Lachica
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Post by: Sewingforfun on May 29, 2019, 12:02:42 PM: Hello! The weather is perfect for all things flowery, isn't it.

Here is my contribution - my flower show skirt I made from a Liberty wool (Thorpe Lilstone, in a now discontinued colour way). I got the fabric as a remnant at the very end of the last bolt in the Liberty store, and the lining fabric (light grey) and a navy zip came out of my stash.

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What event/occasion is it for

I wore it to the Chelsea Flower Show, and ended up quite literally in the show with my friend from America!
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Pattern used (commercial or self-drafted, anything goes)

The pattern is entirely self-drafted, very simple just tapering out my basic skirt block by about 3-4cm at the hem and adding a really simple bound waist band. I didn't want anything too complicated since the fabric itself is so pretty.

A short description on how you made it/problems overcome/etc.
I wanted no back seam and a side zip, but because my piece of fabric was so small (only 75cm) I had to use a back seam anyway. I've put on a little weight since I made the block, so I moved it over to enlarge it, and toiled it using the lining. I wasn't quite as fat as i thought, so I then readjusted it a little narrower for the main fabric.
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Post by: annieeg on May 29, 2019, 12:31:12 PM: Lovely Liberty fabric and lovely flowers in the photo :)
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Post by: Lachica on May 29, 2019, 13:09:28 PM: Lovely fabric and ideal for Chelsea. The cardinals is a perfect match too.
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Post by: Lachica on May 29, 2019, 13:12:37 PM: Thanks @Manuela. I tried to edit my post and have discovered the 'modify' button which I've never seen before ><. I've now been able to insert photos into text but the first 2 are still sideways on, even after rotating them before insertion. The good news is that the second 2 are the right way up. The even better news is I now know how to insert photos!
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Post by: SewRuthieSews on May 30, 2019, 07:43:55 AM: Wow some amazing garments!
I am very late to the party, but am thinking about sewing a simple something in floral so I can join in too.
I have some knit lace printed with flowers and butterflies, not sure if it wants to be a top or a cardigan....
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Post by: Lachica on May 30, 2019, 07:46:53 AM: Better get your skates on then @SewRuthieSews - oh , I forgot, you'll probably get 2 things made in 2 days!
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Post by: SewRuthieSews on May 30, 2019, 11:54:07 AM: @Lachica, Yes might manage it as I've gone for a twinset, so far I have cut out the cardigan and laid out the pieces for the top (and they fit) so all good.
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Post by: SewRuthieSews on May 31, 2019, 07:16:02 AM: Cardigan now sewn up and its really floral, hopefully I will work on the top this evening and do photos over the weekend.
I should just squeak in under the deadline.
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Post by: BrendaP on May 31, 2019, 09:38:12 AM: Well I've just squeeked in under the deadline - actually it's been finished for a couple of days but I was waiting for an opportunity for an outdoor photo of me wearing it.

PrendaP's Entry

What event/occasion is it for
The glorious warm summer that we are going to have this year. :flower:

Pattern used
Simplicity 2247 (https://www.sewdirect.com/2247/)

A short description on how you made it/problems overcome/etc.
The fabric was snaffled from the sales table at craft club for the extortionate price of £2. It's a lightweight cotton sateen so the left-overs bits are safely in the P&Q boxes.

I made version B with the C cup option but as I often do I increased the flare of the skirt slightly, an inch or two on each panel, just tapered out by eye as I cut. The invisible zip went in first attempt 0_0 and everything else was probably pretty much according to instructions though I didn't really look at them much. The bow was an afterthought as the neckline looked a bit plain.

Pictures
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Post by: Elnnina on May 31, 2019, 10:20:45 AM: Brenda that is a very pretty dress and just right for our summer to come. What a bargain you had, and yes wear it tomorrow to show your friends at craft club what you have made. There cannot be many people who can say that their dress - brand new cost only £2.
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Post by: Greybird on May 31, 2019, 10:28:26 AM: It's beautiful - you look lovely in it!
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Post by: Acorn on May 31, 2019, 17:13:02 PM: Does this count as floral? I've had it for ages and always thought of it as a floral, but now I look closely it's not that clear.

(To be honest I probably won't get it finished before midnight, but I thought I'd find out whether there was any point in trying!)

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Post by: wrenkins on May 31, 2019, 17:24:28 PM: I see flowers but then I see faces in everything too... As an upstanding member of the electorate, I can honestly say I see flowers!
1..2.....3........GO!
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Post by: fajita on May 31, 2019, 18:43:43 PM: Yup, flowers.
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Post by: wrenkins on May 31, 2019, 18:54:43 PM: You know they're flowers because they have leaves! 0_0
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Post by: BrendaP on May 31, 2019, 21:01:38 PM: Yes, it's floral; I can see flowers with stamens/pollen in the middle and as Wrenkins says, lots of leaves.
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Post by: Acorn on May 31, 2019, 21:22:07 PM: Thank you all! Unless Manuela disagrees I will enter it - because I've just finished it!!! 0_0
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Post by: SewRuthieSews on May 31, 2019, 22:56:15 PM: I've just finished my very floral lace twinset.
I'm tired so photos tomorrow.
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Post by: Kwaaked on May 31, 2019, 23:02:14 PM: Never mind.
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Post by: Manuela on June 01, 2019, 01:49:25 AM: Quote from: Acorn on May 31, 2019, 21:22:07 PM
Thank you all! Unless Manuela disagrees I will enter it - because I've just finished it!!! 0_0

It’s definitely floral :)
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Post by: SewRuthieSews on June 01, 2019, 08:06:17 AM: SewRuthieSews's Entry
Planned for a family get together at my brother's later in June. As it is daytime and fairly relaxed and I thought the floral lace felt summery and fresh.

I've used the 3/4 sleeve top and cardigan from New Look 6735.
I've not included the belt for the cardigan, and I've underlined the front of the top with some white mesh just to add a bit more coverage there. To do this I basted the two layers together and then treated as one during assembly.

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(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mFlDreuoehY/XPIeyo5QoDI/AAAAAAAAMcQ/_yZ_6uak0zg3KDxheWA_-nR15JQKEgh-gCLcBGAs/s800/FloralTop.JPG)

I may update this post with a photo of me actually wearing the items.
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Post by: Acorn on June 01, 2019, 09:31:34 AM: Sorry people - I had a brainwave overnight and realised that what my dress needs is a nice frill around the bottom (it's for a two year old, not me!) so I guess I'm out. I'll post it on my diary when it's done.

Good luck everyone else!
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Post by: indigotiger on June 01, 2019, 14:26:34 PM: I'd hoped to have my blouse done in time, but alas inspiration intervened and I'm not quite there... I decided, as the fabric is black flowers on a blue background, that adding black flat piping to the collar and button bands would be a good idea and help add some subtle definition to the garment. I really like the effect, but my poor blouse is not quite completed. If nothing else, the contest gave me the impetus to stitch up the fabric, and it will soon be in my wardrobe.
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Post by: Manuela on June 02, 2019, 22:38:16 PM: All entries should be up by Friday :)
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Post by: charlotte on June 03, 2019, 13:17:06 PM: I didn't get my dress finished in time. Great to see what others have done though! :)
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Post by: Holly Berry on June 03, 2019, 21:35:03 PM: Holly Berry’s entry.

I’ve not made it for any specific event, although plan to wear it to our Sewing group afternoon tea.

The pattern is Butterick 6412. I changed the skirt from semi-circular to box pleats. The fabric was nice to sew, however the seams when pressed shortened the length by 3 cm, so I had to shorten the rest of the hem. I used bemberg lining, as recommended by a few on here, and that was beautiful to sew.

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Post by: annieeg on June 03, 2019, 21:53:17 PM: @Holly Berry
Really lovely floral dress
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Post by: Lachica on June 04, 2019, 10:36:13 AM: That's lovely, I like the sweetheart neckline with the buttons
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Post by: b15erk on June 04, 2019, 10:43:42 AM: Beautiful dress @Holly Berry ! Love the neckline, and the skirt. It has a very 40's feel to it. I may have to have a little look at that pattern! ;)

Jessie
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Post by: Holly Berry on June 04, 2019, 12:00:28 PM: Thank you for your comments. Rather than clog this thread up I’ve put a more detailed description of making the dress on my Members Diary thread.
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Post by: Helen M on June 07, 2019, 16:28:10 PM: Helen M's entry

Swim suit cover up

Hot Patterns Peachy Beachy Poolside Cover-up http://contentm.mkt2178.com/lp/814/2043/HP_fabric.com_PEACHY_BEACHY_POOLSIDE_COVER_UP_MAY_2010.pdf?cm_re=SL1-_-crhdqtr-_-Beach%20Coverup

I used a white double gauze fabric with a black dandelion motive. The facings did not match up at shoulder seams, the pattern piece was a bit off so I made a new one. Only fiddly part was the casing which also joined the top and bottom pieces making it a bit more bulky. Markings on pattern were a bit sparse....

On reflection I think a contrast cording would look better and perhaps a black button, but I didn't fancy the colour bleeding when it was washed! [ You are not allowed to view attachments ] [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]

I’ve just returned from holiday and the garment was well used. The button opening makes it easy to step into and pull up rather than have to pull over your head.