Monday, April 6, 2015

Potential Easter Outfit - Big Disappointment!

 
 
Pattern: Butterick 5719 View A princess seam jacket with dress
 

Sizes: 8-24W 
            
Fabric: Mermaid Blue Cotton/Lycra Pique

I refused to line it after noticing the wrinkles. No additional funds would be put into this outfit. Yes, I had the matching lining on hand.
 
Notions: 22" blue zipper & blue/white ribbon for inside seams                                                                              

 
Alterations: Decrease 1" swayback both pieces
 




Remember, I fell in love with this color and was very excited to make this my Easter outfit. I was so disappointed with the wrinkles that I could not and will not wear it.

I've made pique before and thought it would be better with the lycra.



 
 This pattern is one of my favorite especially when made in a knit here, 
 Of course, I'll make it again in something interesting. This is the second outfit that I've had to discard after loving the color of the fabric and hating the wrinkles. The other is here.
As for me, no more pique. It's just not for me!
 
 


 
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16 comments:

  1. RobinApril 6, 2015 at 2:14 PM

    I know what you mean Dot. Your other outfits made with the knit fabrics fit and drape better. Knits are so forgiving, less wrinkles and complimentary to curves. Certain styles do better with a stretchier fabric.

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    1. SewingfunthingsApril 6, 2015 at 8:15 PM

      Knits work so much better as far as draping, durability, and of course, not having to deal with fading and wrinkles.

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  2. SewCraftyChemistApril 6, 2015 at 3:00 PM

    Oh no! :( It's so pretty too.

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    1. SewingfunthingsApril 6, 2015 at 8:16 PM

      I hope you make a top of short jacket with yours.

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  3. Ann BrodskyApril 6, 2015 at 4:47 PM

    Oh, the color is so pretty on you! I do understand though. If something about it bugs you, you just won't wear it, no matter how nice it is.

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    1. SewingfunthingsApril 6, 2015 at 8:16 PM

      Yes, it started bugging me as soon as I noticed the wrinkles.

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  4. Sarah LizApril 6, 2015 at 5:05 PM

    How disappointing for you. Such a lovely colour as well. Still, one learns by these mistakes - as you say, no more pique for you.

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  5. LApril 6, 2015 at 6:26 PM

    Oh no! Fabric can definitely make or break a garment. I'm talking to you...rayon challis! On to the next project, right? =)

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    1. SewingfunthingsApril 6, 2015 at 8:18 PM

      I stay clear of rayon anything to avoid disappointment. Yes, on to the next project.

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  6. NannaApril 6, 2015 at 7:43 PM

    awww will starch not help it? all in all it turned out to be a lovely outfit! beautiful color!

    Helen

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    1. SewingfunthingsApril 6, 2015 at 8:19 PM

      Glad you mentioned starch. I did try that, but it wrinkled just while putting it on the hanger and more taking it off the hanger. I'm over it as much as I love pattern and the color of the outfit.

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  7. Hana April 7, 2015 at 3:30 AM

    Oh.. so sorry about your feeling but the color is so beautiful and it suits you perfectly :)

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  8. SewingfunthingsApril 7, 2015 at 5:27 AM

    Thank you!

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  9. BootzeyApril 7, 2015 at 7:35 AM

    It happens.....

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