For my next project, I'm going to do Simplicity 2249. This dress is slightly reminiscent of a forties swing style, but is a modern pattern, with modern sensibilities.
I got some used bedsheets and an old table cloth at an earlier garage sale. They coordinate together nicely, so these are the fabrics I intend to use on this dress.
I hope it will be a cute, summery dress. Have you ever used bedsheets in any of your dresses or other creations? How did they turn out?
Those two fabrics will go so well together. I'm looking forward to seeing the dress! And yes, I use all sorts of recycled fabrics for my "kick around" clothing. I think it is so much fun to give the fabric a new life.
ReplyDeleteI'm using the gingham in a kind of understated way. The main fabric will be the flowered percale. Thanks!
DeleteOh, I LOVE LOVE LOVE the fabrics!!
ReplyDeleteI have used sheets several times and I have always been happy with the results.
Oh, good! I,ve seen a few sheet to garment projects that have looked nice, so I was hoping to hear some encouraging words.
Deletehmm used bed sheets??? I dont think so kind of digusting..
ReplyDeleteIt's only fabric... The sheets have of course been washed. Once before they went into the yard sale, and once by me before cutting. Do you ever sleep in hotels?
Deletewhen i do i bring my own... i dont know who slept where, my opion, sorry if you are offened..
ReplyDeleteNot in the least. You are entitled to your opinion. Life's too short to worry about disagreeing over something so benign. Peace.
DeleteFound this project after seeing your comment on Justine's blog...and I am obviously totally with you on the non-ickiness of used sheets! This is such a cute combination of fabrics!
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