Friday, January 21, 2011

Snowball Dress

I now have several projects on the go right now - not quite completing them - does this happen to everyone else?  I am usually OCD in completing things so this is not normal for me.   Plus I am moving my sewing studio to a larger room so everything is in transition right now.  I am also trying out fabric I have never sewed with before so I guess this is a good enough excuse for not finishing them.  I did design this winter white dress making up my own simple shift pattern.  I used snow white anti-pill fleece for the fabric.  Yes, I know fleece!  I wanted a white dress and this is what I had in my stash!!  This dress is so comfortable & cosy!  I did end up cutting a bodice part and a skirt part for a proper fit.



For my snowball scarflette I used my same pattern as my Noir Scarflette.
I always pin before I sew - it really does help.

 The pom-poms were easy to sew on!

 I added pockets that I cut free hand and sewed the matching trim on.

For the bottom hem of my dress I hand sewed on these circle rings - a pain to hand sew but I love the look!


I also got the stunning scissor necklace and bold brooch from a consignment store called Unique & Trendy.  I met the owner and she was very friendly and helpful!   She has her jewelry brought in from L.A so it is refreshing to see new and unique pieces!  Her store is fabulously laid out and I could spend a lot of time in there just browsing!  She lots of glam & glitter with a modern edge to it.  It truly is a unique & trendy boutique!


I am starting a Fashion Friday post on my blog and I would love to see what readers of this blog are creating.  Send me an email with a fashion item you have created and I will feature it next week.


This is my Fashion Friday outfit!

28 comments:

Carrie at In the Hammock Blog said...

the cape and hood really make the outfit! i love it!

http://inthehammockvintage.blogspot.com

marissa said...

what a fun idea the cape is awesome

Little Treasures said...

The outfit is remarkable! Love the cape and it is a fabulous addition to the dress. The pom-pom edging is a great detail too!
Excited to see what others submit for your Fashion Friday!!

magdamagda said...

you simply look great in these! they really make me think of snowballs!

Young and Crafty said...

The little snowballs add such a fun little detail! Cool scarf too.

Thanks for sharing in FFA!

Hannah @ http://youngancrafty.blogspot.com/

Just Jo said...

I LOVE your outfit! Love the crispness of the white! That necklace is to die for-I want one!!!

Kimbo West @ a girl and a glue gun said...

oh! it's so cute! love the little balls!

Cricket said...

Cute :) I love winter themed stuff, so the snowballs drew me in
Following from the hop. Have a great day.
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Crystal

Sharon said...

I just found your blog, love it! I would love to see your vintage dress when you are done.

AllieMakes! said...

Very chic! And the snow balls add a whimsy touch! Great job!
Thank you for linking up to Making It With Allie! I can't wait to see what you are going to lnk up next week!
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Jenny@SeaminglySmitten said...

I love all the details like the pom-pom fringe, circle rings and pockets on the scarf. I've never thought of using fleece for a dress but it sounds comfortable! I would love to link up for your Fashion Friday. I made a ruffled shoulder shirt you might like.
http://seaminglysmitten.blogspot.com/2011/01/ruffled-shoulder-shirt.html

April said...

This dress is awesome! I can't wait to see the one you are making for your daughter! I hope you'll come link this and your daughter's up this weekend.

Kassi @ Truly Lovely said...

Aw! The little snowballs are a fun touch!!! What a neat idea! Thanks for linking to Fancy This Fridays! Can't wait to see what you come up with this week!!!

velosewer said...

Love your ideas and styling. I can see that you're enjoying yourself with your ideas. Lovely.

WobiSobi said...

How cute is this!! I love the scarf. Beautiful.

Sarah Takens said...

This dress is awesome! I NEVER would have thought of fleece, but its so comfortable! I love wearing dresses and this would be the perfect solution to the modern house dress! Thanks for sharing!

Stacy said...

I love it! What great detail those balls make!

maryanne @ mama smiles said...

The pom poms are the perfect touch, and fleece is SO comfy! Great work!

Carolyn said...

I love this dress! In winter white fleece, it truly is a snowy dress. Must be so comfortable and cosy to wear!

Kelly~ Wave of Life Surf Studio said...

This is awesome~ you are so talented!!! Hi there~ I am your newest follower from the blog hop & would love it if you stopped by and returned the love :) We also have an exciting new artist posted who makes one of a kind bracelets I would love for you to check out!!

http://waveoflifesurfstudio.blogspot.com/

Stacey - Elle Belle said...

I want to add pom pom fringe to everything I wear! love it!

Liberty said...

You are so talented!! I love it! It's beautiful.

Jorth! said...

Super cute! Can't go wrong with a pom pom fringe!

Kristina Clemens said...

I love your dress...you did a fabulous job. I'm a freelance clothing designer, and love seeing women rock their mad sewing skills! =)
Kristina J.

Shannon said...

Wow - that's an amazing dress! First of all, I love the pom pom fringe and second of all, I love that it's fleece! I would never have thought of it but it looks amazing and would be oh, so soft. Fabulous!

shannonsews.blogspot.com

Marjory Steele Skousen said...

Do you have that in XL? LOL WOW that is fantasic. I'll have to try a jacket like that. I'm your newest follower, and would love for you to come by and follow me back. Check out the Toga dress I had to make for my daughter's High School dance.

Sachiko said...

You look so cute in this outfit! Thank you so much for your nice comment on my blog. It means a lot to me!

Tany said...

So FABULOUS!!! Love the dress and how you styled it!