Peplums are everywhere-I think it's because they make your waste look really tiny.
I used Simplicity 1699 to make this blouse for my daughter. (fyi-they forgot to include the step where you sew front sides to the front).
I whipped it up fairly quick and was feeling all proud of my sewing skills.
Then it was time to put in the zipper.
(insert scary music)
I ended up sewing and ripping that sucker in 3 times. My mother once threw her sewing machine across the room in frustration, and if I had to do it a 4th time, I might have too. This is linen, so you can't iron a nice crisp clean line. Also the embroidery would make it pucker and it just wouldn't look professional. In retrospect, I should have use an invisible zipper.
She loves it and I love that it only cost my about $8.
PS-she make the necklace
Cute! Looks like you did a great job! I'm glad you got that zipper in so you didn't have to chuck your sewing machine across the room.. that would be sad :( I'm a beginner with sewing so I have many many frustrating sewing moments.
ReplyDeleteNice job! There really should be an easier way to get a zipper in smooth and easy. I love the fabric. Thanks for sharing today.
ReplyDeleteDonna @onceuponasewingmachine.com
Rally nice pattern!
ReplyDeleteAnd beautiful fabric too :)
C U soon,
MammaNene from
SergerPepper.blogspot.it
Great job! love the color and the fabric!
ReplyDeleteBest, zia
http://tisallaboutthefashion.blogspot.in/
Lovely! I avoid zippers at all cost, they just never seem to sit right for me. I love the necklace too!
ReplyDeleteLove a cute peplum, and yours is adorable!!
ReplyDeleteLooks great!!! It's a very flattering style.
ReplyDeleteLove it!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute! One of my favorites that you have made!!
ReplyDeleteReally pretty, love the pink ;-)
ReplyDelete