Monday, May 21, 2012

Dress {Fashion Star}

Morning!

I have officially completed my first pattern!  I wanted some new dresses for summer, so off I went to Hobby Lobby.  A few weeks ago was 99cent pattern week.  And I don't know if I can ever buy a pattern without 99cent week now. How amazing is that??  Next I went to Hancock Fabrics, and found some fabulous fabric for 40% off!  All together this dress cost me less than $18.  I think that is an awesome price for this type of dress. This is the pattern I got....

Here is mine!  Please don't pay attention to how awkward I am in front of the camera.  I hate "posing".  HA!
The pattern was pretty easy, after a few calls to my mom.  I had never even looked at a pattern, much less read one and cut it out.  I'm blessed to have a VERY patient mom that will allow me to call her 4 times in less than an hour.  I also learned how to do button holes!  I thought that would be the end of this dress....but I finally decided to get out my machine instructions and read them.  HA!  So I conquered the button hole AND a pattern!  I am too excited!

I absolutely love it, and have already worn it a few times.  Isn't that the best??  Since my daughter will not wear what I make her, I have turned to myself for my sewing. 

I like to party over here!

Have a great day, and thanks so much for reading my blog.
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11 comments:

  1. Leslie @ ASG in the SLCMay 22, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Was have this same pattern and was thinking about making a summer dress with it, I love how yours turned out - great fabric choice!!

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  2. AmandaMay 22, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    On Weds (i think) Hancock offers 15% military discount-to help with your fabric fun! :) Looks great Christy!

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  3. Mandy BeyelerMay 22, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    great job on finding that awesome deal!

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  4. Southern Traditions BoutiqueMay 22, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    Great dress! Thanks for sharing :)
    Torri

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  5. ChristieMay 22, 2012 at 10:25 PM

    Wow you did a great job on your first pattern Christy. Thank goodness for those patient Mums!

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  6. EtcetorizeMay 22, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    Wow! I can't believe that's your first pattern. Awesome job. And button holes too?!?! Good for you. If you're looking for another place to share your creative projects, check out Etcetorize (http://etcetorize.blogspot.ca/2012/05/make-it-great-monday_20.html). We always need more sewing projects, hope to see you there~

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  7. Anne MaskellMay 23, 2012 at 8:24 AM

    Wow! I love the fabric. You would never know this was your first attempt at a pattern. Great job!

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  8. Carrie @ My Favorite FindsMay 23, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Very pretty! It looks like you sew all the time! Thanks for sharing at our Handmade Tuesdays party.

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  9. Just JaimeMay 23, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Great job! Very impressive, esp for your first attempt!

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  10. Andie JayeMay 26, 2012 at 12:42 AM

    that turned out so cute! i just bought 2 maxi dresses on sale today! wish i could sew like you do! {and i love your hair} thanks for linking this up, dear!

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  11. Katie @ Creatively LivingMay 26, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    It turned out so cute! and I love that you made such an awesome dress from the first time you read a pattern! That is a seriously good job!

    Thanks for sharing!
    --Katie
    @ Creatively Living

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