tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17235578215178105.post5678433255346069111..comments2015-06-11T12:06:36.973-07:00Comments on Burke Brewer: FINISHED: Colette HawthornAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17812211709813599906noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17235578215178105.post-91493392116358188762014-05-12T10:04:16.596-07:002014-05-12T10:04:16.596-07:00Thank you for commenting! Your comment inspired a ...Thank you for commenting! Your comment inspired a much needed sewing epiphany! The pattern recommends a 1/2", then 1 1/2" hem and I was trying to remember why I didn't go this route. I remembered thinking the skirt was a bit short when I was trimming the bias stretch to even it out. As it turns out, I haven't been including any length I remove from my bodices into my calculations before I shorten the skirt, and I ended up 1" shorter than planned, which is why I ended up with the more narrow hem. As it turns out I came to this conclusion last night around midnight while lying in bed. Today I went back to my notes on all of my patterns with bodices to make that adjustment. So, thank you for planting the seed that became that epiphany!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17812211709813599906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17235578215178105.post-13557921888436018042014-05-12T09:59:46.935-07:002014-05-12T09:59:46.935-07:00Thank you! I'm really liking it - just goes to...Thank you! I'm really liking it - just goes to show you never know what suits you until you give it a shot!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17812211709813599906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17235578215178105.post-83714163261865282392014-05-12T07:05:54.697-07:002014-05-12T07:05:54.697-07:00Love this Dress, and you did a fantastic job. I ha...Love this Dress, and you did a fantastic job. I have this pattern and now cannot wait to make up mine. TFS!<br />PS - I am here from PR.com.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17235578215178105.post-56016364520911098802014-05-11T07:33:19.659-07:002014-05-11T07:33:19.659-07:00I’m glad “shirt” dresses have made their way into ...I’m glad “shirt” dresses have made their way into fashion again. They are timeless. With a bit of planning, a nice, basic dress can last for decades. This Collette pattern is so cute. I think it will become a classic. You’ve done a nice job.<br /><br />I’d like to make one suggestion. Narrow machine hems seem to be the trend. They are fast and easy. However, you might want to consider a wider, 2” – 3” hem, finished with either a hand or machine hem stitch. Yes, they take a bit more time to do, but usually look more professional and often have a nicer drape (I think because of the added weight). Depending on the fabric and level of wear, they also give the option of making the skirt longer if/when styles or personal tastes change.<br /><br />Many people are starting to realize today’s toss away world is not sustainable. Many women used to plan their wardrobes knowing what they made or purchased would be something they might own and wear for decades. Some are starting to think that way again. <br /><br />On a personal note, I have a flared summer print shirt that’s now over 30 years old. I made it without a machine. The double topstitching is in accenting color. Initially, I made it too long but didn’t want to cut the fabric until I was sure of the new length. It had a 5” or 6” hem. I loved it and was never able to part with it. I redid the waist and hem about 10 years later. And, again another 10. The hem has been changed at least 3 times. I still love it but it’s a bit tight. I’m wondering if I can squeak another round out of it, or if it’s time for it to go. <br /><br />Just food for thought from an old sewing nut.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17235578215178105.post-65132916189834052312014-05-07T11:21:28.507-07:002014-05-07T11:21:28.507-07:00Thank you Annette! I honestly wasn't sold unti...Thank you Annette! I honestly wasn't sold until I wore it out of the house on Sunday. That evening I dropped the cardigan and added a belt and liked it even more! I think sometimes we think certain things won't suit us but that's just something we tell ourselves!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17812211709813599906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17235578215178105.post-63331838466351283202014-05-05T12:06:07.136-07:002014-05-05T12:06:07.136-07:00I really like this. I don't have much of a wai...I really like this. I don't have much of a waist either. I think the Hawthorne should be on my list of patterns to buy.Annettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05314625196711269459noreply@blogger.com