a pox I say!

[jennylafleur]

Yeah, shifts… I don’t know why but this is a garment I really hate. I avoid making them and then don’t really enjoy wearing them. If only they weren’t so necessary. I sewed up the toile this morning and tried it on. *sigh* You know I don’t even want to go into it right now.

Lets just say it could be worse, and I can make do, but I’m not happy. Thing is, because I’m not using a pattern and I don’t really know what I’m doing, I don’t actually know how this thing is supposed to fit/work. My problems may just be things inherit in the garment and not my fault at all. I have no idea.

After a counseling session with Bridget, I’ve decided to simply not worry about it at the moment. The shift is the easiest thing to fake in my ensemble, should I run out of time. So I’m going to work on something that will actually show and procrastinate about the wretched object. I’m very good at procrastinating.

Oh yes, I tried my gown on… and it’s too big. A wearable too big but by no means trim and figure hugging, as it should be. *whimpers* Maybe I should have waited to re-start my diet until after the tea…

Wish me luck on my next project, the cap. I do not need another issue today… I’m just not up for it.

Comments

[joysdaughter.livejournal.com]

Shifts is easy - want a pattern or three?

[jennylafleur.livejournal.com]

Yeah, so people keep telling me. They look easy... :>

Thanks much for the offer of the patterns. You are sweet. I'm thinking I will probably just buy the Kannik one (or maybe barrow Elizabeth's since she has offered). I've heard nothing but wonderful things about it and I've been very impressed with their cap pattern.

Thanks again though! :>

[misscrabtree.livejournal.com]

I'll second that. Want my Kanniks pattern? The way things are going, I wont get to any 18th c sewing this summer:( As a matter of fact not much sewing this summer.

Anway, email me...I want to talk to you about some fabric and a pattern for your 18th c ball gown.

[jennylafleur.livejournal.com]

Okay, I'm off to send you a note now... :>

[h-wimsey.livejournal.com]

My Ren Fest shift from last year still hasn't been hemmed. And somehow, I managed to make the back longer than the front. And no, I didn't even bother to cut it to make it even. Maybe when I revamp that costume I'll get around to the hem. Right.

Yes, shifts are icky. And French seams in conjunction with gussets are even ickier.

[joysdaughter.livejournal.com]

Do you have Hunnisett 1500-1800? There is a versatile shift pattern in there too. Also "Fitting and Proper" and "Costume Closeup". I have problems of choice!!