Refashion A Scarf Into A Tunic

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Hi there, welcome back 🌸 I refashioned my old scarf into a cozy tunic and love how it turned out. I planned to do this many months ago and glad I finally did it.  This tunic can be worn as a layer or as it is. It is so comfy and warm, perfect for the cooler weather we are having now.  The material of my scarf is a wool blend in a lovely print. I got it from a friend 15 years ago. The refashioning process was easy and fast, I started with making the neckline. Cut the length and use the leftover fabric for the neckband. I pinned and sewed the neckband to the neckline. And here is the look of the neckline on the wrong side. I got a little problem, the neckline was gaping and I reduced both sides by adding darts in both sides at the shoulder lines 0.50". And happy it worked, it fit nicely after adding the darts. After that, I measured 15'' from the hemline up to the armhole, pinned and sewed both sides. I...
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Sewing In Progress: Color Block Dress

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 dress flat sketch

I am working on this dress since Tuesday morning and I am glad that I manage to finished my muslin and fitting issue on that day.
This color block dress based on Jamie Shift Dress size 34 from Burdastyle Sewing Vintage Modern.
I made pattern modifications on the front dress and added the dart on the back dress ( see my dress flat sketch above).
I altered the front and back dress at the shoulder 1/2" and lower the middle back dress at the neckline `1 1/4". Also altered the length of the dress 2 1/2".

my muslin from Jamie shift dress pattern
Materials:
- I bought 2 yards of each fabric (black, grey and printed fabric), I'll make another project from the leftover fabric.
- 2 yards of silk satin for the lining
- Invisible zipper in black color, fusible interfacing, black and grey color thread.
 

my fabrics for the color block dress

I cut all the fabric yesterday and sew it according to the sewing instructions from the book. I am happy that I didn't find any problem during the sewing process.
Here are the pictures of my work,
front dress piece

back dress piece
 
And today, I am working on the dress lining, I sew the front and back lining right sides together. Then sew the lining at the neckline right sides together, turn the lining inside the dress.
After that, I sew the lining to  the invisible zipper using both machine and hand sewing.
 


So, tomorrow I'll continue to work on the armhole and hem line.

Happy Sewing!

Comments

  1. CarolynMay 16, 2013 at 6:42 PM

    Wow, this dress looks like it s going to be absolutely beautiful! I love the fabrics and colours you have chosen :)

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    1. Hana May 16, 2013 at 9:42 PM

      I hope so:)
      Thanks for your sweet words, Carolyn.

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  2. Sarah LizMay 17, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    Hi Hana, I agree with Carolyn - this is going to be a very sophisticated colour block dress that will still look good after the colour block trend has been and gone.

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  3. SewingadictaMay 20, 2013 at 3:39 AM

    Love this dress, it reminds me of 60s Fashion, it's one of my favorite fashion decades. You are doing a perfect job!

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    1. Hana May 20, 2013 at 10:09 AM

      Thanks Rosy, 60s is my favorite fashion decades too:)

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  4. jacquianneMay 22, 2013 at 7:37 AM

    Very nice dress Hana I love the colours! you have chosen. Looking forward to seeing it completed and on you!

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  5. Hana May 22, 2013 at 9:49 AM

    Hi Jacquianne! I have done this dress yesterday, http://velvetribbonsew.blogspot.com/2013/05/color-block-dress.html
    Thanks for stopping by:)

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