I’ve been sewing again. I’m in desperate need of some new basics, and well… garments in general to liven up my whittled-down wardrobe! Preferably projects that utilize patterns and materials that I already have (thus to stem my inability to say no to vintage patterns in shops and online). This sweet little number I whipped up in a few hours from a late 1930s DuBarry pattern I purchased years ago (I think it’s one of my first vintage patterns, in fact!). The fabric is a really beautiful remnant of cotton I found at the DC Big Flea last summer, and had just enough to squeeze this out of it.
I made a few modifications, namely the sleeves. I’m not too fond of the puffed sleeve style illustrated on the envelope; gathering at the bottom edge always makes me feel uncomfortable and too “little girlish”. I actually swapped those out for a modified version of the bolero sleeves! The neckline was another little alteration on my part, simply because high, round necks look silly on me. lol!
Now I just need to make some new skirts so I have something to wear this with… (And finish the side closure too!)
Be sure to keep your eyes open for Giveaway #2; I’ll be posting it this evening!
You are great at sewing!
that is absolutely gorgeous!!! i really need to get back into sewing so i can make myself things like this!
sewing is so much fun! the thing is just that i always get stuck somewhere in the middle and almost never finish anything.. you don’t happen to know any trick on some extra motivation?
Gorgeous fabric, gorgeous blouse… you are incredible! I love the slight modification you made to the sleeves.
I love it! You did a wonderful job!
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I love the fabric (you know I LOVE roses!), but that teeny collar is killing me! so cute.
Good to see that you’re sewing again.
Great job on the blouse!
oh Casey! It’s SO dreamy!! Is that vintage fabric?? Lawn? It looks so light and airy!! Perfect for Florida!!
Oh deary me, but I do need to get into my little fabric stash to actually ‘sew’! tee hee! 
well now, what can i say, i’m speechless really! it’s gorgeous, you’ve done a fantastic job. i thought this was something you scored at a vintage shop! the fabric is so pretty, yay for there being enough! i’m so glad to see you sewing again and look forward to see MORE. you’ve inspired me to get on those vintage patterns i have, lol.
it’s funny, i went into a couple of “regular” shops yesterday while running errands and i look at the clothes i used to be interested in and i think, bleh, i can just make something far more lovely at home. so that saves me money at least! but now, i just need to actually make something again.
You’re so great at sewing !! ♥
I wish I knew how to do that as well
I love it! That fabric is wonderfully summery.
It looks perfect! I love the alterations you made too, the sleeves are so much better than the pattern. I love the little bows too!
oh i love the print! it’s so pretty. i’m awed (and a little jealous) of your ability to whip up something so pretty in just a couple hours!
So cute! Are you going to put a side zip in or buttons?
It’s very sweet!
So lovely, Casey. And I love how you customized it. Do model it for us soon!
What a sweet little blouse and a great pattern! Just curious– how did you learn how to sew?
super cute, casey! i love using vintage fabric when i can.
That fabric is beautiful… And I love the little bows:)
Great shirt! I could never pull something like this off! I’m sure it’s gonna look beautiful on you!
Wow, Casey! That’s amazing! I just bought a sewing machine myself – wish me luck (I WILL need it) x
Gorgeous new blouse! I love the fabric and the modification you made to the pattern, especially the neckline/collar — so darling!
You are so talented Casey! This is just the prettiest thing.
That fabric is fantastic. Great find!
This is absolutely lovely! I’m usually a big quilter and sewer of accessories, methinks I must give these vintage patterns a whirl.
I can’t believe you made that (with modifications) in a few HOURS! You are really talented! I would’ve taken way longer (with much cursing and seam ripping in the meantime, of course, lol)
As always, your sewing skills and speed amaze me! I always take sooo long to do a project (unless it’s something ridiculously easy) or else rush and garble everything up. The bows are sweet!
Oh my gosh! SOO Cute! That fabric is too perfect, too. I heart the thirties.
that turned out amazing!!! sew me one PLZ!
super cute.
It’s beautiful! The neckline and sleeves look superb too! I think altering patterns is one of the biggest joys of making your own clothes.
This will look amazing with a skirt!
xx
The blouse is gorgeous! I love the alterations you made – the neckline in particular. Are the little bows sewn on?
I chuckled at your comments about puff sleeves because I often feel the same way. They always remind me of Marion Davies in all of her Hearst made clothes!
Happily, though you found a lovely compromise.
Absolutely beautiful!
What a beautiful blouse!