The other day one of the ladies at my work surprised me by giving me three lovely vintage skirts that had been her older sisters (and perhaps mothers?) in the 50's and 60's. She talked about how one skirt in particular she remembers her sister wearing with a lovely peasant blouse, and so I immediately knew I had to have one to wear with my darling new skirt. I can't really afford much new clothing at the moment, but I did have some fabric and so decided to grab a pattern and see if I could swing it. I have tried sewing on and off for several years now, and it just never seems to stick. However, this blouse turned out pretty well! I'm already plotting a few more, and I'm gonna try to stick with it this time.
Those who actually sew will scoff at me I'm sure for how nervous I was making this super simple blouse. It was really nerve-racking though! I did it, it's far from perfect, but I will make a few more, and who knows maybe I'll try to make a skirt or dress?
blouse made by me
skirt gift
shoes anthropologie
belt thrifted
scarf target
What have you all been sewing lately?
xo,
Em
I ADORE peasant blouses, but don't all too many of 'em actually! This looks absolutely darling on you!
ReplyDeleteAdore the color too - my favorite.
xoxo
-Janey
Im in love with that scarf!!! and that blouse is perfect with your look. My mom has made me several that are very similar over the years. So cute.
ReplyDeleteI know I said this already but I'm so happy you're getting back into sewing! The blouse looks great! You should check out some of the free video tutorials on Craftsy for help with zippers and things like that. Or, if you don't want to mess with zippers yet, try sewing a wrap skirt. Those are fun and really easy. I can't wait to see more things you create!
ReplyDeleteThank you! Ohh, thanks for the tip I will check that out. Oh, that's such a good idea! I know I'm gonna try to make a few more of these blouses to feel more secure haha, but I would love to try a wrap skirt. Do you have any patterns that you would recommend?
DeleteHehe, I'm actually WEARING something that I've sewn, (a 50s floral shirtwaist dress) though no projects are really in the works...yet...
ReplyDeleteYou did a fabulous job on your blouse, and the outfit is superb! Lucky you getting all those skirts ;)
-Charlotte
boyerfamilysingers.blogspot.com
YAY for sewing! The blouse looks just adorable. :)
ReplyDeleteYou have the loveliest shoulders. I know thats an odd compliment but they are so lovely x
ReplyDeleteOh my, thank you! I'm all about some odd compliments, so no worries :)
DeleteYou have the loveliest shoulders. I know thats an odd compliment but they are so lovely x
ReplyDeleteI adore peasant blouses but can't wear them as I have no length to my midsection. It's like an ommpaloompa suddenly wanting to wear one....my goodness. Anyway yours looks divine and it was a great sewing job!
ReplyDeleteBravo! The blouse looks excellent! You should definitely make more! I bet it would be a cinch to add trims or variations too, the sewing world is your oyster:)
ReplyDeletexo Sara
Thank you! Yes, I want to try to put some rick rack on one I want to make with a lovely novelty print. Can't wait to try out different things!
DeleteHow pretty!! What a lovely blouse to pair with your new skirt :)
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty peasantries! Gorgeous colour on you!
ReplyDeleteYay for sewing for yourself!! That looks fabulous and it's a wonderful color on you. Fantastic! I've been meaning to sew a peasant blouse since they're so perfect for summer, yours is inspiring me!
ReplyDeleteI hope you'll be sewing more! :)
Yay for sewing for yourself!! That looks fabulous and it's a wonderful color on you. Fantastic! I've been meaning to sew a peasant blouse since they're so perfect for summer, yours is inspiring me!
ReplyDeleteI hope you'll be sewing more! :)
Ahhhhh you are breath taking! I love how you've got your hair in these photos! The blouse and skirt look perfect together, how lovely of that lady to gift you such a pretty vintage piece :)
ReplyDeletePretty blouse, I am such an amateur seamstress so haven't done anything in forever. The skirt is so pretty you looking gorge as usual xxx
ReplyDeleteSuch a classic face. Beauty.
ReplyDeleteOh, that's so pretty! I'm pottering on with a floral shirtwaist dress to bring to a romantic holiday in Paris! :) What pattern did you use? I'd love to make one of those for myself. Hope you're having a lovely week.
ReplyDeleteXx, Naomi
Thank you! Ohh that sounds lovely. I used a New Look pattern number 6179. I altered it a bit, putting in elastic in the neck and whatnot, but it was really great to use.
DeleteIt turned out super cute!
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Thank you, that's so lovely of you!
DeleteI love the colour! You have done a fabulous job - I'm wanting to try sewing some skirts, dresses and tops - its quite daunting!
ReplyDeleteFabulous outfit! That sweet, cheerful peasant blouse turned out great. I don't have the sewing gene (so to speak) either (much as I wish to high heaven that I did) and can completely relate to the trepidation you felt in approaching this project. It turned out awesomely though, dear Emma, fear not!
ReplyDelete♥ Jessica
You look so gorgeous, the colours are perfect on you xx
ReplyDeleteLucy Loves To Blog
Lovely! Vintage things seem that much nicer when you know who wore them originally x
ReplyDeletethe skirt is so lovely and it looks awesoem with the handmade top. gorgeous!
ReplyDeletethis skier it so lovely and it looks great with your handmade top. well done!
ReplyDeleteYour blouse looks great! My biggest wish for myself is to learn to sew my own clothes... like REALLY sew, from a pattern, not just make stuff up.
ReplyDeleteI love the oufit. And you have a beautiful eyes :)
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The Marvelous World of Narcissa
This skirt is lovely and that blouse is CUTE!
ReplyDeleteMaria xxx
What a nice suprise! Yay for getting back into sewing! The greatest thing about it (for me) is that when you recycle materials, sewing can be virtually free-besides the time you put into it.
ReplyDelete--Viola
That blouse is beautiful! Would you mind terribly if I used the third photograph in this post as a reference for a portrait study? You look lovely and would be so fun to draw! (if you'd like, you can check out my work at www.brennadaugherty.com) :)
ReplyDeleteHappy sewing,
Brenna
Of course you can! That's so sweet of you. I check out your work and it's super great!
DeleteOh awesome! Thanks so much, can't wait to get started:)
DeleteI ran across a pic of yours on pinterest and clicked over to your blog. You are just absolutely stunning! Your skin and makeup are just perfection.
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