Well, I finished the skirt for my Chanel suit today! So this completes a goal set in 2009, making a suit from fabric my Mother gifted me. It feels good to have it finished, I kept feel as though it was a UFO even though it wasn't even cut out yet. Too bad I don't even feel like putting it on TODAY, so pictures will follow as soon as I am able to find some boots that fit. I WANT BOOTS, and I'm having the dickens of a time find low heeled ones that fit.
I opted for a centered back zipper because I didn't think I could line up the plaid with an invisible zipper. So that means I'll have to make more skirts to get some invisible zipper practice in. I have exactly 3/4 yard of this fabric left. I saw that
Barbara made a Chanelish like purse with a chain out of this type fabric so maybe one day I can get one made up.
I opted for a centered back zipper because I didn't think I could line up the plaid with an invisible zipper. So that means I'll have to make more skirts to get some invisible zipper practice in. I have exactly 3/4 yard of this fabric left. I saw that Barbara made a Chanelish like purse with a chain out of this type fabric so maybe one day I can get one made up.
That is a beautiful outfit. You did a wonderful job, and again, I love that fabric :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful suit.
ReplyDeleteOh that is lovely! Well done. Enjoy wearing your suit and yes I too have been looking for low heeled boots without much joy.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to start off the new year - with a fabulous custom-made suit. Great job!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Truly beautiful. We're all so proud of you, bravo indeed! And we want to see you model the suit for us. Happy New Year!!!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely lovely! Would love to see it on you!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on getting the skirt done! It is a beautiful suit!!!
ReplyDeleteYeah, one garment finsihed for 2010! Your suit is gorgeous. Look forward to your modeling it for us.
ReplyDeleteYou will be so fashionable in that suit. The thing is--that is one that will never go out of style. Nice sewing!
ReplyDeleteLovely Chanel suit. You should be very proud. I am looking forward to seeing a picture of you modeling it
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful suit. Check out Aerosoles and Nine West for low heeled boots. Looking forward to seeing the purse.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful. You've put that lovely fabric to great use.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful outfit - so chic!
ReplyDeletegorgeous suit Faye!! GREAT job.
ReplyDeleteOh I wouldn't want to be seen with you wearing that suit!!! It's gorgeous and I would look like a ragamuffin next to you!!! I am so impressed
ReplyDeleteOh,yes, the bag will be a great addition to this beautiful outfit!
ReplyDeleteReally, really nice suit. You'll be wearing this for years to come. Well done!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on reaching a goal. The suit is lovely and I look forward to seeing you wearing it. This past weekend I cut a dress, skirt and jacket from some black and white silk tweed and I have just enough left to make a bag. I have some black leather left over from another project that I will use to make handles. You're going to enjoy wearing this outfit for many years.
ReplyDeleteWhat a way to start the year! You've set a high bar for yourself. I can't wait to see what else you sew!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ! Looking forward to seeing it modeled.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous suit!! Absolutely love it!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful suit.....Happy New year
ReplyDeleteMs. Faye, the suite is outstanding. Way to go, girl! Happy New Year!
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GOOD Job! Say - don't let invisible zippers scare you - this is what I do: Chalk a line across the tapes, then as you put it in - match those marks up once you stitch one side in. Pin the other side to the fabric at that one spot so the chalk marks match up. then - MAKE the rest of it work.
ReplyDeleteAnother idea - have some good scraps of that wonderful fabric...how about making a casual, yet classy jacket with - I'd use my Esther jacket from in my book: Creative Sweatshirt Jackets...Londa's Way.
Let me know what you think...and how that hint for invisible zipper application works for you.
That is so fabulous! Boucle is a bit tricky; I'm an invisible girl myself but the one I put in boucle wasn't perfect. I think interfacing the seamline would help.
ReplyDeleteLove that blouse with it, too!
What a great bang for 2010! Can't wait to see modeled pics.
ReplyDeleteThis is an amazing suit, Faye!!! It's beautiful!!!
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ReplyDeleteThis is an amazing suit, Faye!!! It's beautiful!!!
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Faye-- I almost missed this post! Love, love the skirt. What an accomplishment. I wish that I had enough fabric to make a skirt. It is an ageless outfit!
ReplyDeleteHiya Faye . . beautiful suit! You did a wonderful job. I got a pattern for a purse that you can change the outside . . I got it at a quilt show here in NY. can't remember the website but if you are interested, I'm sure I can find it. But anyway . . you make the inside, then you make all different outsides to match what you are wearing. I think it was called a "Smart Bag" . .
ReplyDeleteFaye, your suit is fabulous. Nice job! Love your work!! It's beautiful!!! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteI tried looking for B4613 pattern but can not find it.
What a gorgeous suit! Love, love, love that fabric! Nice job. :)
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