Featured Seamstress: Ellen
Name: Ellen
Skill Level: Beginner / Intermediate
Pattern Used: Jasmine
What kind of fabric did you use? Just a simple lightweight cotton with some nice drape. The trim is a heavier weight cotton that I bought mainly for the colour but it does not feel as nice as the main fabric.
How did you decide to reflect your personal style in the pattern? The thing I like most about making my own clothes is knowing that no one else will have the same thing. My personal style is a bit of everything, I like to wear clothes that suit my shape and have colours and patterns that appeal to me rather than following the current fashions. I say ‘well fitting’ but I could have straightened the top up a bit before the photo!
What thoughts do you have about the project? Loved it! Its perfect for the slow start to the Australian Spring/Summer we are having this year. I only did some minor adjustments on the sides to bring it in around my waist a bit. I cant wait to finish my final exams (in about a week) so that I am free to make another one in black chiffon with red, white and grey spots – and naturally, a pair of Clovers to finish the look
Thanks, Ellen!
Comments
Kerry
January 23, 2012 #
Such lovely version of this pattern. I love the fabrics and it looks like a great fit too.
Joanne
January 23, 2012 #
That’s an absolutely beautiful version – methinks I will have to get this pattern pronto. Very cute.
Marie
January 23, 2012 #
This is really lovely! I can’t wait to make a Jasmine for myself, my muslin’s cut out and ready to sew!
Maddie
January 23, 2012 #
You did a great job Ellen! And I love your choice of pattern and color (I, too, am a fan on polka dots). Keep up the good work lady!
Roisin
January 23, 2012 #
Oh Ellen, that is absolutely gorgeous! I love the way the polka dots look around the front and the sleeves are perfect!
Amanda
January 23, 2012 #
This is just adorable! I love the fabric- it’s too cute for words :D
Johanna
January 23, 2012 #
Soo cute! I was sniffing around this article hoping she’d have a blog, but out of luck!
This is such a great version :)
Jane
January 23, 2012 #
too cute….LOVE the polka dots!
ellen
January 24, 2012 #
knaaaaaw…. thanks for the kind words everyone! It’s so nice to see that i’m not just looking at my work through rose coloured glasses!