Oops, my hair is a mess from my constantly moving my headband, because it interferes with the sunglasses that are on my head/off my head so…
Anyway, October was coming, so I put aside all my summer sewing (I still have some to pose in, much to finish the handwork on, and much to begin sewing) to welcome autumn with a new outfit.
All of my winter clothes are so old that I was looking forward to this.
The autumn chill definitely reigned on my son’s birthday.
After church we went to the restaurant of his choice, Smokin’ Willies…the best Tex Mex in Virginia!
They even have a picture of Gruene Dance Hall!!!
And funny story…I never wore boots in Texas.
In Virginia, I need them in order to stay warm…even if they don’t fit. (It’s impossible to find any shoes these days to fit me.)
Now for the sewing details.
STASHBUSTING FABRIC AND PATTERN
For years I’ve been wanting to use this floral red corduroy fabric, so now was the time.
Using Simplicity 3673 for the pattern, I loved the vintage 1950s style of the jumper.
SEWING PROCESS
Lacking enough fabric for this jumper, I made up the difference by piecing a corner of the skirt.
Since this is period accurate to the 18th century, it works for me!
The zipper is handpicked, my favorite method.
It sewed up quickly and easily.
ASSESSMENT
A few years ago I sewed a jumper for my daughter with this pattern.
Concerned it might be too young for me, that doesn’t seem to be a problem.
Now that I’ve worn it, I love it!
It definitely hearkens Audrey Hepburn. I’d like to sew the other styles as well, one day.
What else can I say? It’s a winner!
