Featured Seamstress: Melizza
Name: Melizza
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Pattern: Hazel
Her blog: Pincushion Treats
Her post about the pattern: Windmill Colette Hazel Dress
What kind of fabric did you use? I used a lovely African print wax cotton I picked up in a remnant bin. 2.25 meters for £6, not too shabby. I do love a bargain.
How did you decide to reflect your personal style in the pattern? The weather can be pretty grey in England so I am drawn to vibrant colors. When I saw the African cotton fabric I snatched it up. I hesitated in buying it but I am so glad I did. The print works so well with the Hazel pattern. I lined the skirt because I will definitely end up wearing it with tights more often than not.
What thoughts do you have about the project? As always, the Colette instructions are excellent. The Hazel dress is an easy and fast make. I made mine in an afternoon. It’s quite a versatile pattern, too. Two versions of a Hazel dress will rarely look alike. I’m looking forward to making a linen version in yellow, my own personal ray of sunshine.
Thanks, Melizza!
Comments
cathe
July 9, 2012 #
Adorable dress and the fabric sings!
Sew Little Time
July 9, 2012 #
lovely print! looks great in that fabric. can’t wait to get started on my own hazel!
Marie
July 9, 2012 #
Yay, so pleased to see you here Mela…especially for your amazing Hazel. It’s your version that made me buy the pattern in the end! A well deserved feature indeed!
LizJane
July 9, 2012 #
I love the pattern placement on the bodice. It’s perfect!
Dibs
July 9, 2012 #
I really love this dress Mela, and congrats on being featured.
didyoumakethat
July 9, 2012 #
Melizza definitely makes superb Hazel dresses. I’ve seen one in person and the fit is spot on. Well done, my lovely friend!
Wanett
July 9, 2012 #
Gorgeous, Mela!! You are a babe in that gorgeous print!
Shirley
July 9, 2012 #
What a beautiful dress; I love the fabric! You look absolutely gorgeous in it!
Rachel
July 9, 2012 #
That is a great looking dress, and you look beautiful in that dress! Great fabric choice, too!
Meg
July 9, 2012 #
Yay Melizza!!! Your Hazel version is just so lovely :)
Ginger
July 9, 2012 #
I love this dress, and I love everything Mela makes! Congrats on the feature!!
Jess
July 9, 2012 #
Such a beautiful Hazel! That fabric is just perfect…
Naomi
July 9, 2012 #
Just lovely!
Charlotte
July 9, 2012 #
That’s just lovely! The fabric is to die for.
Donna
July 9, 2012 #
Gorgeous!
Zelda
July 9, 2012 #
Really beautiful! I like the fabric you choose !
Jan Williams
July 10, 2012 #
Lovely fabric and such a nice fit!
Trine
July 11, 2012 #
This is so beautiful and the color suits you. Congrats on a welldone job!
Hugs,
Trine
Emilie
July 24, 2012 #
Great choice of fabric! I will definitely check out this stylish lady’s blog !!!