Yes, sewing for oneself can sometimes be just as exciting for the man of the house. This happens for instance when you sew a nightie... Custom-made to fit not merely your measurements and tastes, but his own preferences, too!
This was my sewing project last Sunday - a lilac satin nightie, trimmed with antique lace, and hemmed with a white satin stitch.
Sorry I'm not showing it in 3D, but I obviously won't pose in it, and it is too small for the dressform.
Miss Cutie likes it too:
The pattern is New Look 6643, but I made the nightie much shorter (partly because I didn't have that much fabric, partly because it was cuter that way); I made several adjustments to the back, as usual. Used a size 10 for the front, a size 8 for the back, but ended up taking 1.5 cm off each side. Ah, I've never had a nightie fit so well. They're usually too loose in the back, and the straps keep falling off.
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Thank you for your wonderful comments about the red dress! Your response is so motivating. Thank you. :)
I can't wait to get back to working on it; but I need to re-furnish the boutique first, and I just filled a couple of custom orders for two very sweet ladies. Custom orders are very fulfilling :)
The boutique is out of kitty pillows, but I plan on going with different themes now, unless anyone would want another kitty pillow (I still have a little of that fabric left).
Hope everyone is having a good week!
I can't wait to get back to working on it; but I need to re-furnish the boutique first, and I just filled a couple of custom orders for two very sweet ladies. Custom orders are very fulfilling :)
The boutique is out of kitty pillows, but I plan on going with different themes now, unless anyone would want another kitty pillow (I still have a little of that fabric left).
Hope everyone is having a good week!
30 comments:
Isn't it nice to make something that fits properly?
Your last photo is amusing - Violette is on the light violet colored nightie!
You are so right, Summerset! It went together quickly, too.
I hadn't thought of that - Violette sur la nuisette violette, as we'd say in French! :)
It's gorgeous! Wow. You must feel like a true princess in it. :)
Oooh la la...!!
Well since Harmien stole my Ooo LA LA...I'll just say WOWZERS! I bet he DID like it *blush*
*whistles* I'm sure your DH loves this project!
Beautiful (la nuisette et Viollete)!
Ooh, that's pretty! And I especially love the kitty attachment ;) BTW, I just realised I hadn't said anything about your redwork exchange for Cathy ... just wanted to say it's awesome!!! :D (I'm sneaking in a couple of comments on blogs while Mum's yapping on the phone LOL)
It is so nice to have something that fits right and is in a color and material that you want. So many times the three never come together with store bought clothing. Your nightie turned out lovely.
Sue
beautiful night gown!!! Well done
LOVELY my friend :)
((hugs))
Beautiful Isabelle! Lucky Seb ;)
It's so pretty! Ann.
Pretty nightdress, you have made it lovely :-)
very nice...and kitty approved!
Beautiful! And the red dress is wonderful too. Glad you've been able to get back to your sewing. Thank you so much for the comment - I do forget that we don't all have the same time to stitch, nor do we stitch at the same pace. I needed to be reminded of that. Thank you!
Love it, as clearly Seb does too! LOL
Very pretty Isabelle!!
I have the same problem with lingerie and nightgowns. I always have to buy ones that have the adjustable straps. I think it has something to do with the fact that I'm short and have a small bust. This is lovely.
Beautiful nightie, Isabelle! It is indeed heavenly to have something custom made that fits your body exactly right. Enjoy! :)
It is very pretty and such a beautiful delicate colour no wonder Voilette is in love with it too!
What a pretty nightie. Thanks for your sweet comments. I don't seem to get around the blogs like I used to so I thought I'd take a moment to pop over here. :) I'm sure Seb is very pleased with your sewing job. hehe Obviously Violette is. lol
Very pretty & so clever. I am amazed that you said it came together so quickly. Will we see a range of Isabelle lingerie soon?
Looks like fun, Isabelle!=) Hope your kitty didn't spoil your nightie.=)
Its gorgeous! You will obviously have to make yourself a couple more of these. I'm sure Seb will accommodate in buying more fabric for you!
Just lovely Isabelle!
It's a very cute nightgown - I love the fabric you used.
Oh, what a lovely nightie, Isabelle! I love those styles of nighties and I love the fabby as well! You kitty is adorable and must want one for herself! lol
Thanks for visiting my blog... your lovely comments are an inspiration!
I love it Iz! Its soooooo pretty!
The lingerie is charming and Violette is adorable - sooo FLUFFY!!! I want to stroke her..
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