Sewing

Sewing is my outlet.  It is how I deal with the stress.  I'm sewing almost every day now.  That is a good thing but I'm not sure how much it is helping me cope.  I'm trying.

My newest project is a dress based off of the folkwear intimacies pattern #219.



I had a simple, comfortable sundress in mind.  I picked out some fabric from my LARGE stash and went to work.  Very carefully, I measured my chest, waist and hips then chose the size and cutting lines.  I carefully measured grain line and lined up the pattern perfectly.  

The first fitting of the partially made dress didn't so so good.  It fits like a flower sack.  VERY disappointed.  I think my mistake is with the tape measure.  My measurements weren't as accurate as I thought they were.

Oh well.  I'll finish the dress tomorrow and have a very pretty nightgown.   Next time I use this pattern, I'll get Dragon to help with the measurements and make a smaller size.

Ooops.  With everything going on, I forgot to post a photo of the outfit I made this past winter.  I'll ave to do that soon.  

Ps After worrying about Emi overdoing it, I over did it today.  Blag.  I know better than that.  It only makes me miserable.  Oh well.  I'll take it easy tomorrow.  My body will make sure of it.