Tuesday, October 1, 2013

Doe for Dear Zara.

It was definitely Zara's turn.
And she was coveting the Deer and Doe Belladone dress
But sewing a new pattern, in black fabric, with lots of binding was a challenge for my first garment post-surgery.
But she is totally worth it!
The dress was a beautiful sew.
Deer and Doe are from France but they have instructions written in English as well as in French.
The instruction are, well, neat&tidy.
They are not padded with a lot of fluff but get the message across well.
I like them.
The back is a beautiful piece of binding and cross over panels.
The dress pulls over the head and is then zipped up.
The hem has a separate facing a la oliver+s.
I used a normal zipper as it was all I had to hand in black but an invisible zip would give a cleaner result.
And it has pockets!
Zara loves the pockets.

 All in all a big success.
A gorgeous frock Zara can dress up for a wedding or wear with flats and a belt for a more casual look.

 I can't wait to show you modelled pictures.

 xx N
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  1. Lightning McStitchOctober 1, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    This is lovely and I'd definitely wear this dress. When I see you make theses dresses I want them, whereas the modelled pics on their website do nothing for me. Welcome back and well done!

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    1. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 3:58 AM

      Thank you Shelly.
      Zara chose and purchased this pattern herself, It was a good buy as it fits her perfectly.

      xx N

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  2. SharonOctober 1, 2013 at 4:16 AM

    You did a beautiful job on this dress! The stitching is perfect and I love, love the details. I would love this dress for myself.

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    1. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 4:02 AM

      Thank you Sharon, I was so nervous when I started sewing this but It was a good solid pattern with well cut pieces.
      The bodice is high waisted which I think can be very flattering on a curvier girl so I am seriously considering making myself a navy blue version.
      xx N

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  3. AnonymousOctober 1, 2013 at 4:19 AM

    One for me please. It's perfect and I can't wait to see it on the beauty.

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    1. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 4:03 AM

      I am sure it would look amazing on your tennis toned bod!
      Photos soon!
      xx N

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  4. DebOctober 1, 2013 at 4:45 AM

    Happy to see you are sewing again. The dress is lovely and exquisitely finished too, as always. Zara will look positively smashing in it.

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    1. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 4:06 AM

      Thank you Deb, it was a scary dress to start back with but it turned out fine and my beautiful girl has been such a help I thought she deserved it.

      I actually enjoyed taking my time and sewing it with patience.

      xx N

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  5. Kristin at SunnySewing.comOctober 1, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    stunning dress! That pattern sure is amazing :D

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    1. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 4:10 AM

      Thank you!
      It is a lovely pattern, the third Deer and Doe I have sewn and I really enjoy them and really enjoy the fact my daughters have found a groovy stylish pattern company we both like.

      xx N
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  6. nest full of eggsOctober 1, 2013 at 9:25 AM

    It turned out perfect.
    I find it so difficult to sew with black fabric and black thread, it's such a challenge to do all the details since it is so hard to see what you're doing.

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    1. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 4:17 AM

      Thank you Rachel.
      I have really good lighting built into my sewing room and a nice sunny window but, boy, I struggled!
      My eyesight seems to have deteriorated a little. I may need to get it checked if it doesn't get any better.
      I have given up fighting my girls about wearing black, they look good in and wear it with good accessories.
      Its a good thing I have more little girls.
      xx N

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  7. CindyOctober 1, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    And I can't wait to see modelled pictures! I love the details on this dress...especially the back.

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    1. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 4:18 AM

      Thank you Cindy, you should show it to K, or maybe not....
      xx N

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  8. AnonymousOctober 1, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    It's so, so pretty. I love the design and your sewing is flawless. Looking forward to modeled pics!

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    1. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 4:19 AM

      Thank you Sandi, its not so flawless....I just realised I put the pleats in the wrong way!
      Never mind he he.
      xx N

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  9. SusanneOctober 1, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    I love it. Just love it. And pockets... yes!! xx

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    1. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 4:19 AM

      Yes, it has fabulous pockets!
      Thank you Susanne.
      xx N

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  10. brittneyOctober 1, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous. Gorgeous dress, gorgeous sewing. Can't wait to see it modeled. That back is so pretty... or should I say gorgeous ;)

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    1. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 4:20 AM

      Thank You gorgeous girl!
      Don't you love having daughters?
      xx N

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  11. ZoëOctober 1, 2013 at 10:12 PM

    It looks so pretty and well made, I can't wait to see the pictures :)

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  12. motherof5October 2, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    Thank you Zoe, we are just waiting for sun sunshine (oh, and a new hair colour)
    xx N

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  13. AnonymousOctober 2, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    So neat and tidy (and black to boot)! My mother just started sewing for ME again this year. It turns out the feeling of a new dress made by your mommy never gets old. I hope she enjoys it, and glad to hear you were well cared for.

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    1. motherof5October 7, 2013 at 8:54 PM

      Thank you MC.
      I loved it when my mum could sew for me, I miss it.
      xx N

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  14. Inder-ificOctober 3, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    Ah, gorgeous. And I'm sure it looks stunning on.

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  15. JoyOctober 7, 2013 at 8:40 PM

    It's really a gorgeous dress! I've been coveting all these Deer & Doe patterns you've been making (especially the coat!) but have balked at the shipping costs thus far.

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    1. motherof5October 7, 2013 at 8:57 PM

      Thank you Joy. I must admit, Zara paid for them and I don't even know what the postage was!
      I am John Howard and the proverbial carton of milk on that one.

      I shared postage with a girlfriend when we went on a P&M pattern splurge....

      Thank you!

      xx N

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  16. motherof5October 7, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    Thank you Inder, she does look great in it and far too grown up!
    xx N

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