Have you heard of Pinterest? It's a place where people can showcase, or "pin", pictures of things they like. I have found that it's a great source of inspiration, and I have actually bought or sewn a lot of things because of Pinterest. In fact, I made a Pinterest board of everything that Pinterest has made me do!
Here's a dress that started as an inspiration from Pinterest.
When I saw this picture on Pinterest, I thought it would be fun to try and make it. Then I found some soft houndstooth fabric, and I decided to pair it with Butterick 4443. I had made this pattern a couple of years ago, and I had a problem with the neckline gapping. This time I sewed some horsehair braid into the neckline, and it did help with the problem.
Since this is a cold-weather dress, I wear it with my yellow cardigan. I'm very happy with this dress!
Another dress that is Pinterest inspired is this one.
I saw this picture on Pinterest and thought it was nice. Then I saw this great flannel plaid fabric and knew that I wanted to make a long-sleeved princess-seamed dress. (Even though the girl at the cutting counter told me that I should make pajama pants out of it.) I decided on Simplicity 2338. The collar was a little bit of a challenge, and I had to re-do the pleats in the front (so they're likely not exactly as intended), but I'm so happy with the dress.
It's really comfortable too. I liked the fabric so much that I bought it in a green colorway as well. I haven't sewn that up yet, but maybe in time for Christmas?
Thank you, Pinterest. Are you on Pinterest? Has it inspired you to craft?
oh wow, that plaid dress is so classy and fits you perfectly! i am in awe of your garment sewing.
pinterest mainly just makes me want to bake sweets. heh.
Posted by: cauchy09 | December 08, 2011 at 07:33 AM
I recently joined Pinterest and am absolutely addicted! Actually, one of the first pins I made linked to you: http://pinterest.com/pin/286611963755217018/
Mostly I have been snapping up recipes (so far 3 entrees from pinterest boards have joined my normal dinner rotation).
Posted by: Kristen | December 08, 2011 at 09:39 AM
Thank you for explaining to me the etymology of "Pinterest" (and thus how to pronounce it). I'd seen people referring to it and had no idea what it was or how to parse that word. Your dresses are classy and look great on you!
Posted by: gretchen | December 08, 2011 at 12:29 PM
I laughed when I saw your post title! I have made several crafts and cooked recipes I've found there. Pinterest is so much fun! I've always loved your B4443 dresses and this winter version is great, too.
Posted by: Antoinette | December 09, 2011 at 09:52 AM
Awesome job with the collar on the plaid dress, looks so pro. I love wool dresses in the winter and they're so hard to come by.
Posted by: misa | December 09, 2011 at 01:31 PM