Again, I am participating in this weeks meme, along with Punky and Me who has the greatest ideas …. certainly better than anything I can think up.
I was at a bit of a loss with this one …..
“My Favourite Piece of Clothing”
Now this is difficult for me. Being a big person, I struggle with what I wear. I wear what I like, but I am aware of the opinions of others, and no amount of self talk will make me impervious to judgement.  As a result, I tend to value my clothing on the basis of how comfortable it is, or how it makes me feel, rather than how it looks on me.
This top fits that first category well. Its cool, comfortable, and thankfully fits. But what makes it special, is that its one of the first things I have made for myself, that succeeded.  While I am experienced seamstress, sewing for my body shape is difficult, and my past sewing failures have been epic. This one gets worn regularly so I think that’s an indication of its success as a home made top.
Mind you …… this one isn’t technically my clothing, but I did make it. While its riddled with imperfections and a clanging mistake here and there……. it required a vast step up in my sewing skills, and was a huge challenge.
And really …… I just wanted another opportunity to show off the daughter I made too …… isn’t she beautiful.
Your top looks real comfortable and looks lovely on you. And your daughter’s dress is stunning, as is she. Well done!
I love that top – it looks so comfy!
The dress your daughter is wearing is gorgeous!
Lisa
Dani I love that top, what pattern did you use. Lovely picture of your daughter and I bet she is so proud of her mum’s skills!
Your top looks really smart and comfortable. I love the dress you made your daughter, and she is a gorgeous creation too!
Clo ….. just a tic, will have a look. ok .. Simplicity 9193 easy to sew. Except I cut back the long sleeves to 3/4, angled the centre front and back on the fold to add a couple of cms to the lower body, and then slashed from the hem to just under where the bust is, to also add a couple of cm around the lower half of the top. The original design is very narrow through the waist and hips, and I am just not built like that. I am planning to do the next one in a soft jersey, and taper the hem down into handkerchief hem thingy.
You sure do make lovely things!!!
Your top is really nice and both your daughter and her dress are stunning. You must be really proud of your sewing skills.
No wonder you wanted to show off your daughter & the dress you made! Amazing, both. 😉
I think your attitude to your wardrobe is perfect, I should do that too, focus on how what I wear makes me feel rather than how I think other people might think it looks.
Thanks so much for joining in!
Your top is really lovely and feminine – I think it suits you beautifully!
As for your daughter and her outfit (which I remember viewing on CM’s) – simply stunning.
I think your top looks FAB, lovely print and light just perfect for this summer.
Your daughter & dress look great too, was that made for a special event?
Thank you Andrea. My daughter’s outfit is actually a dress in lined burnout silk chiffon, with a coat of satin back crepe. It was made for her Year 12 graduation.