I've been working on the bustier, but I'm waiting to get my final two pieces of boning before I can really finish it off. I did cut out my lining today. I wanted to line it with silk crepe de chine, but I couldn't find the right color, so I decided to use silk habotai. As you can see, I used the muslin for my pattern. I'll use dressmakers' carbon to trace the stitching lines on it tomorrow, and I'll sew it up. Then hopefully I'll have the boning from Susan early next week and I'll be all set to finish this.
I've spent the last several days reorganizing my office and studio/classroom in preparation for a really exciting event! I'll tell you all about it when the plans are finalized. It's going to be great. Keep an eye out here!
Speaking of exciting, you still have 2 more days (through Tuesday) to take advantage of the Labor Day sale at Gorgeous Fabrics. Almost every fabric is on sale for at least 15% off, and a big selection of fabrics are 25% off!
One last thing - if you get Womens Wear Daily, check out page 2 of Thursday's edition (September 3). Cotton Inc. takes the gloves off. Wow!
Happy sewing!
5 comments:
Hi,
Thanks for showing us your work on the bustier. Question please:
The muslin patterns along the back look like there is one area lengthened. The piece in the front has 2 areas altered. Why the difference? Thanks.
Lisa, after consulting with Kenneth, I lengthened all pieces by an inch, so there would be enough room to add a waist stay but still have room to bend over (gotta bow when you sing, dontcha know). The alterations at the CF are bust darts. I'll talk a whole lot about them when the bustier is done. :)
I think I speak on behalf of all of your followers -- when this bustier is complete, you MUST post a photo of yourself wearing it! The lace fabric is just to die for!!!
Ann, thanks for taking the time to answer my question. It must have been wonderful to have K.K. on hand to answer questions! I just drool over photos of his work.
I agree with AuntieAllyn==please show us a photo of yourself wearing the bustier!!!
This bustier looks like it's coming on beautifully. It's such a work of art - can't wait to see it finished.
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