I recently finished another top made from a vintage Peter Pan fabric. I call it the In The Pink Blouse For Spring. As it is a rose print I couldn’t help but pose in front of my abundant climbing rose ala an English Garden.
The Pattern
Just like the button backed blouse that I shared a few weeks ago this PDF pattern is free. It also requires the purchase of a Love Sewing magazine (issue #42) if you want the instructions. You can purchase the magazine through a Google App or this link for $4.99. If you are an experienced seamstress you can probably opt to not purchase the instructions.
A Slight Problem
I will say that unlike the button backed blouse the instructions for this pattern were pretty sparse. In addition, the instructions recommended the purchase of a 22″ invisible zipper. I would later discover, while in the midst of sewing, that the 22″ zipper was too long for the blouse version of the pattern.
I do wish the pattern instructions had included this important piece of information. Since I had already purchased and opened the 22″ zipper I had to watch a Youtube video on how to shorten a zipper. It was a time-consuming hassle that could have easily been avoided. So if you opt to make the blouse buy a 16″ or 18″ zipper.
In The Pink Blouse For Spring
I do love how the blouse turned out. I opted to add a fun detail of vintage pink cotton rick rack at the neckline…
…and on the sleeves.
I made the medium size of the pattern. If I were to make the blouse again I would probably make the large size given that the bust darts and shoulder seams are a bit higher than where they should actually sit.
Both the white cropped Jones NY jeans and pink Kate Spade flats are from a few seasons ago.
Fun Outtakes
As always I like to leave you with a few fun outtakes because I can’t take myself to seriously in shooting looks for fashion posts.
Our Gracie girl is a “Dapple Pie” miniature dachshund and loves to pose for pictures.
There are many beautiful dogs like our Gracie that are available for adoption. They truly are so grateful and very loving.
May you be in the pink!
Laura
Pretty! The style of the blouse, the fabric, and the trim are all so nice.
I don’t sew so I have to say that I’m amazed you even needed a medium in that pattern – you are so tiny. It would be frustrating to sew something and then have it not fit.
I love it! I wish I could master sewing like you. I do not have the patience for it at all. Especially if a zipper is needed. If it were up to me all my dresses would be velcro. Not that THAT would be a good idea at all! ha ha. Loving the pattern you picked too, lovely!
You look so pretty, fresh, and spring-y in your creation – love the color and the fun addition of the rickrack. What a bummer not to give a hint/note on the pattern that a shorter zipper would be needed. Excellent project and adorable photos!
so sweet.. lovely details.
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Laura, again – I am in awe of your talent! Love the blouse, Love how it looks on you (you are so photogenic) and Love that last photo of
you and Gracie! I wish everyone would rescue dogs from Humane Societies or similar groups.!
Beautiful photos of you, your rose and your dog. I like the blouse too.
How cute, Laura! I love the floral pattern and the bell sleeves are very on trend! Great job!!
Jane
That’s adorable and so are you! But I have to say, if it was me, I would have gone back, bought the 16″ zipper and then either made the dress for later with the 22″ or used it for another project! Love the material and the photos of you and your Sweet One are terrific!
This is such a pretty blouse and you are adorable! ! Love the photos.
So pretty…the blouse, your sweet smile, the climbing rose and sweet Gracie!
Very nice! Perfect back drop and four leg accessory
Laua, you look so cute. What a great blouse. I envy your skills. The backdrop is gorgeous. Love the photos with you and Gracie. Happy Mother’s Day.
Love the pops of pink for spring!!
Your blouse is so pretty, Laura, and I love how you have picked up the colour of the trim in your lovely pink shoes! Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful spring fashion with the Hearth and Soul Link Party!