I saw this picture somewhere on the web over a year ago and loved the whole outfit. Yesterday, as I was browsing through my idea files, I came across it and thought I would give it a try. I am finding out that patten making is not altogether simple...
Everything is in metric, which I can handle; but some of the numbers are impossible to make out on my copy. After a bit of figuring though I thought I had it. Not trusting my pattern completely, I found an old sheet to use for a practice version...
After cutting and sewing, I tried it on but sadly the armholes were a little small and the neckline too wide, so tonight it was back to the cutting board for some modifications. I've spent about an hour on alterations and it's late....
...I think I'll work on the next prototype tomorrow. 
Oh, i cant wait for it to be finnished!! Looks great :)
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh,when you finally get this right,please post the pattern b/c those are the types of shirts I love to wear & would love to be able to sew my own clothes one day. :)This looks great so I can't wait to see yours!
ReplyDeleteVery lovely. Be sure to post when your finished, I can't wait!
ReplyDeleteIt's so cool that you can do that! I can't wait to see it finished.
ReplyDeleteI love the pattern Debbie! I don't know what I'd do if a pattern didn't work out? Cry? ;) Can't wait to see how it turns out (and what fabric you've chosen).
ReplyDeleteGorgeous pattern - looking forward to seeing the finished tunic.
ReplyDeleteYou are so talented, Debbie! Can't wait to see the finished tunic:)
ReplyDeleteStay with it, promises to be darling! I'm having a crafty giveaway today to celebrate my 100th post. Come see. xoC
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It's beautiful but I would have given up by now !! You've so much paitence.
ReplyDeleteI love this and can't wait to see it finished!
ReplyDeleteOh, it's lovely and so is your blog! I'm so glad I discovered it. I will spend some quality time poking around! Jen
ReplyDeleteWow, I wish I could read the pattern...! Very beautiful and useful!
ReplyDeleteHi I am so happy I found your post today I am making a couple of tunics for myself with Japanese patterns, this is going to be fun! Just love all your other projects too! I love designing and making children's vintage inspired clothing, i'ts a passion I can' tame! I am going to enjoy following along with you!
ReplyDeleteThere's just something so appealing about the Japanese clothing designs, isn't there? I am working on a top from Simple Modern Sewing--well, I'm halfway through and too busy in the garden to do much sewing, but hope to get back to it soon. Thanks for your note!
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