Monday, September 27, 2010

MARGIE YAP SHOWS OFF HER DESIGNS



MARGIE YAP SHOWS OFF HER PATTERN 3 DRESS AND JACKET


The occasion: Her son’s wedding


The idea: She went through Pattern 1, 2 & 3. Made the shell in Pattern 3 to see what looks good on her. Then did her research on Audrey Hepburn, Givenchy, Breakfast at Tiffany’s and the little black dress.


The process: She used her torso sloper and made three prototypes before coming up with the pleat front linen bias dress with the deep-V back. She used her bodice sloper for the bolero jacket with Napoleon collar and cuffed short sleeves. BONUS: Finger pockets in the French darts for a hanky.

She sewed the garments in a series of Rehab sessions.


The result: Plenty of compliments, “Where did you buy that dress?” and amazement when Margie proudly told them she was the designer and creator. And then she got requests. Margie plans to make other dresses from her finished pattern.


The question: What do you think of Margie's design? Love to hear your feedback!


2 comments:

Leigh said...

It really looks great! Good job. :)

Portland Sewing said...

WOW. Nice work Margie! -- Christina P