Have you ever tried to do a photo shoot, and your model just won't behave? Inspired by the Great British Sewing Bee, I decided to make Mr Ginx a dressing gown. He has never owned one, well at least not as long as I have known him, and although this isn't very seasonal, I thought it would be ideal for next winter.
I do enjoy watching the Sewing Bee, although the idea of competitive sewing under a time limit is really horrendous. The dressing gown has taken me ages, and some days I will just sew one little part. It definitely wouldn't win any prizes, but it has got me thinking about some other sewing projects.
He very reluctantly agreed to model for me. I had the idea to get him to pose in the way models used to on old-fashioned patterns, perhaps pointing into the mid-distance. This he refused, and however much I tried to get him to behave, he just couldn't help being a bit silly. (Actually I am quite pleased that he has agreed I can post these pictures, as they are much more fun than what I had in mind.)
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This final photo was taken after he had been told off for all the mucking around.
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The dressing gown was made from this pattern which I bought online,
although I added the cord detail to jazz it up a bit. I had the idea that it would be an easy sew, but have had a great deal of difficulty with the stitch on my machine. It was fine at first, but then started to skip stitches. Despite researching on the internet, buying a new needle, cleaning out all the fluff, altering the tension, I still cannot get a good stitch. If any of you have any other ideas I would really welcome them. You can probably see that I still have to top stitch around the sleeves. I think the problem is to do with the thickness of the fleece, as it only goes wrong when I am stitching through two layers.
When it comes to modeling my husband is THE WORST! Congrats on getting this done. I have a similar pattern, but have not tackled it yet! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
ReplyDeleteWell done on such a super make. I'm in awe of anyone who can sew with fabric that isn't just a basic cotton lawn. Your husband certainly looks like he was enjoying winding you up but he looks suitably chastised in the final photo.
ReplyDeleteFleece is not fun, but you did a lovely job. My dear hubby would never get a handmade (bathrobe, as he calls it). I wonder if a walking foot would have helped? I know it is better on several layers when making a quilt. I'll ask some of my garment sewing friends.
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ReplyDeleteLooks good, not matter the problems you had. Have a great day!
What a nice robe! You did a great job, in spite of mechanical difficulties. I have sewn garments for decades and have never had a problem with skipped stitches. A walking foot would probably help, but they can be expensive.
ReplyDeleteGreat job! And love the trim, it really makes the robe look great. thanks for sharing on craft schooling Sunday!
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking best photoshoot I've seen all week!
ReplyDeleteI love that he sat in the garden in a dressing gown for photos - I'm thinking that a bit of messing about is mandatory in those circumstances!
I'm in total agreement about the time pressure in Sewing Bee too, I would take 5 weeks to make an evening gown not 5 hours!
It looks great, and your model looks like he had a whale of a time!
ReplyDeleteA very nice dressing gown...and I think your model was trying to make you work for those pictures!
ReplyDeleteLove the robe and think you have done well, these models who misbehave!!!. Did you use the cord with the flat tape attached? as this is quite easy to apply. could be the weight of the cord as looks quite heavy. Fleece can be a problem at times and I do mine on an overlocker as seems to flatten the seams better
ReplyDeleteOh wow what a great make - and you never know, with the weather we've had of late it might well be seasonal!
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job. I can assure you that my husband would not accept to be a model in any way, so it's a victory for you there as well. Thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party this week!
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