tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149331682024-03-17T02:23:59.898-05:00Erica Bunker | DIY Style! The Art of Cultivating a Stylish WardrobeI'm a fashion sewing blogger who inspires the average home sewer how to look beyond outdated commercial pattern instructions, select fine fabrics and cultivate a luxurious home-sewn wardrobe inspired by luxury brands.Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.comBlogger1322125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-90276570786508352522023-06-13T17:50:00.000-05:002023-06-13T17:50:00.175-05:00Workout Wear!<span id="docs-internal-guid-d8a3c5d9-7fff-31a7-32d6-e5291a02aea3"><p dir="ltr" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi21jBAqRor8xyBkbH2O9_81gkrl4AQBV2Va367cvBDfX9tCsIF2UE_f-n-bRR5tV0J20Cwbhz8Bst8QXETKOnGuhkKPtaooXDhqKFnfFChXc7EqLeFBMwmhegxPqZ9wTY24beE51mY9dEYMg6Fh40pStMIYen1DTs7fmCEDx4wA-lYg4FTrRQ/s2154/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(4).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2154" data-original-width="1616" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi21jBAqRor8xyBkbH2O9_81gkrl4AQBV2Va367cvBDfX9tCsIF2UE_f-n-bRR5tV0J20Cwbhz8Bst8QXETKOnGuhkKPtaooXDhqKFnfFChXc7EqLeFBMwmhegxPqZ9wTY24beE51mY9dEYMg6Fh40pStMIYen1DTs7fmCEDx4wA-lYg4FTrRQ/w480-h640/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(4).JPG" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Health and fitness are number one on my list of priorities. Because without good health, nothing else matters. In an effort to keep motivating myself to make it to the gym, I find adding cute workout clothes to my closet to be a great motivator. I used to scoff at the idea of making my own workout clothes. My thoughts were that they are so easily accessible, why not just buy them and be done. But the type of workout tights I love can be quite pricey, like around $100 a pop! And I thought to myself, if I can make something remotely similar to what I see in stores, I would be a happy girl. When I embarked on making my own activewear, I pondered how do I go about selecting the right kind of fabric? Luckily, we live in a wonderful time where we have access to many, many fabric retailers and we home sewists can purchase the same types and quality performance fabrics we see in ready to wear. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHF87coNBhLSLXjhdofGidWQBswfM2cKsx6XIxLMROtEw6dHLw4NuxVU-d1U7JfKLqAYU9cBMjm8Y2srJfQvuvS12MxQoFXoq2UDH7ray-6KKLZjHNIYu4zatLXxC_MdtQnY71tVKcLsYeexq29ylQ25AW7Yu1VbJVD4hxgiakBUjt6pJYypA/s2716/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(1).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2716" data-original-width="2037" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHF87coNBhLSLXjhdofGidWQBswfM2cKsx6XIxLMROtEw6dHLw4NuxVU-d1U7JfKLqAYU9cBMjm8Y2srJfQvuvS12MxQoFXoq2UDH7ray-6KKLZjHNIYu4zatLXxC_MdtQnY71tVKcLsYeexq29ylQ25AW7Yu1VbJVD4hxgiakBUjt6pJYypA/w480-h640/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(1).JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-b12dcc39-7fff-f457-2ad8-31bd75956d3d"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For this workout tank, I am using <b><a href="https://greenstyle.com/products/cami-tank-pdf-pattern-sizes-b-m" target="_blank">Greenstyle Cami Tank Sewing Pattern</a></b>. For this pattern, the seam allowance that has been drafted into the pattern is 3/8”. </span></span></p></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-NmvVleql9uKMw73lOTtcf8_d2SbztFQopc6x-sMB-ZAog2HOztXmXJ8DT45czzakWqSj9GTKo2VRWs-r39VaMf5NuScih9IPSrixjBMrbHppU9zjZz7iP2abqiqcjAykyq9dQ4fcErFH5d4SssE-lkI4YoWzyWm-z1olk3_azF8KJUDng0I/s3145/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(5).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3145" data-original-width="2359" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-NmvVleql9uKMw73lOTtcf8_d2SbztFQopc6x-sMB-ZAog2HOztXmXJ8DT45czzakWqSj9GTKo2VRWs-r39VaMf5NuScih9IPSrixjBMrbHppU9zjZz7iP2abqiqcjAykyq9dQ4fcErFH5d4SssE-lkI4YoWzyWm-z1olk3_azF8KJUDng0I/w480-h640/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(5).JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-1434ece9-7fff-b4ef-5b48-dc54eb1aa873"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This cami tank top has a shelf bra built in and we are going to prepare that first. With right sides together, stitch the side seams of the shelf bra back to the shelf bra front. </span></span></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8Vz4qTojUCuMkEDt7OzmoklLYTOXuEYN8w2s0a7C_YDqyVE0qW3hm3-jvXO7VEOnDm4GgkB-NLzTE9Hw7bUxAiDVopGD85vNx_t-8PICKws6na-uPUONN6m7wZKIv17iC6tR_4GBxdFyUvwVZM3sipTifEvLpTCBr1UNj7v_NQtfmDqbj6_k/s2406/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(2).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2406" data-original-width="1805" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8Vz4qTojUCuMkEDt7OzmoklLYTOXuEYN8w2s0a7C_YDqyVE0qW3hm3-jvXO7VEOnDm4GgkB-NLzTE9Hw7bUxAiDVopGD85vNx_t-8PICKws6na-uPUONN6m7wZKIv17iC6tR_4GBxdFyUvwVZM3sipTifEvLpTCBr1UNj7v_NQtfmDqbj6_k/w480-h640/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(2).JPG" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">My workout tights are the <b><a href="https://greenstyle.com/products/lift-leggings-pdf-pattern-sizes-b-m" target="_blank">Greenstyle Lift Leggings</a></b>. Dare I say these are the best fitting leggings that I have ever owned. One of the best things about being able to sew your own workout tights is that you never have to worry about them slipping down when you bend over. And when they are matched with the perfect spandex fabric, there is no slippage when you began sweating. Another amazing thing about this pattern is that it has an optional crotch gusset. I highly suggest that you use it. The reason for a crotch gusset is that not only does it preserve the longevity of your garment, but it also helps reduce the possibility of a camel toe by shifting the seams away from the area. </span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs6gClmfT5VkaKPs9016TL9u_rz5qHNmI-RZchRb6NOQO5Pj9R8Yql-hECIIYXwKPDyqiEOX_dVlDo2afymvqCbVJ-Mmdr8nduJEpPOxQ8aUOrpyD4OcNxhDfo2b7WL8KIcp05wMUD1EXkE2FL7iRm6nco3acXhLfBNeZTp_6WoeK1nwUSUcY/s2504/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(6).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2504" data-original-width="1878" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs6gClmfT5VkaKPs9016TL9u_rz5qHNmI-RZchRb6NOQO5Pj9R8Yql-hECIIYXwKPDyqiEOX_dVlDo2afymvqCbVJ-Mmdr8nduJEpPOxQ8aUOrpyD4OcNxhDfo2b7WL8KIcp05wMUD1EXkE2FL7iRm6nco3acXhLfBNeZTp_6WoeK1nwUSUcY/w480-h640/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(6).JPG" width="480" /></a></div></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">My performance fabric is from <b><a href="https://www.joann.com/search?q=performance%20fabric" target="_blank">Joann</a></b>. When selecting fabrics, you should seek out something that contains polyester, nylon, spandex and/or lycra because these fabrics will have excellent stretch and recovery. Also, look for something that is soft and not rough or scratchy. It is important that the fabric feels good against your skin. And nowadays, you can find performance fabric that is moisture wicking, which means when you sweat, the fabric dries quickly.</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgczdRm3W1nQPcq26SE9RjupsgBMYxxZe88yBygw3OLhRpiLNU2RIp7QDHBz0FI8qbU0EnJl0b9iz-GhwePoeOnBv1Ql9AcW86b8ijsRyoDe1rczYQe8Qx6d2i-HBggmDknYAOwEF8H8q1_1R2AlX5eejdCkng7GzIUVZY8GdjW9wQHizglkVs/s2335/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(3).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2335" data-original-width="1751" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgczdRm3W1nQPcq26SE9RjupsgBMYxxZe88yBygw3OLhRpiLNU2RIp7QDHBz0FI8qbU0EnJl0b9iz-GhwePoeOnBv1Ql9AcW86b8ijsRyoDe1rczYQe8Qx6d2i-HBggmDknYAOwEF8H8q1_1R2AlX5eejdCkng7GzIUVZY8GdjW9wQHizglkVs/w480-h640/Activewear%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style%20(3).JPG" width="480" /></a></div></div><p dir="ltr" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Quick Tips for Sewing with Performance Fabric</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">When preparing to sew with your activewear fabric, make sure that you prewash your fabric. This will preshrink your fabric and prevent the fabric dye from bleeding as you are wearing it. Selecting the proper needle and thread is key. As with any knit fabric, use a ball point or stretch needle. I like to use Mettler SERAFLEX</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">® thread because it has stretch.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmG2qWwKel9Wg-3YKfYiduegqjzosZKaw7fvcOxue2-0lvnm3xuFG7ELtRpZYx8-AZRd59YLBwuqa-KrJt-9ofqcBY_CrYihUO-5RxRDfIlhYQ-4CsZp35N1BTHYyu_mO6JUknQtsBLmrJHfIxf9OI7sHrIXP6jIuOpcMzRe32Vx5s8Ak4MKw/s2004/PowerStep%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2004" data-original-width="1503" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmG2qWwKel9Wg-3YKfYiduegqjzosZKaw7fvcOxue2-0lvnm3xuFG7ELtRpZYx8-AZRd59YLBwuqa-KrJt-9ofqcBY_CrYihUO-5RxRDfIlhYQ-4CsZp35N1BTHYyu_mO6JUknQtsBLmrJHfIxf9OI7sHrIXP6jIuOpcMzRe32Vx5s8Ak4MKw/w480-h640/PowerStep%20-%20Erica%20Bunker%20DIY%20Style-1.jpg" width="480" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">When working out, I've noticed that my feet have started to bother me. I've been dealing with my fallen arches due to my flat feet. So I added these amazing </span><b style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://powerstep.com/collections/flat-feet-fallen-arches-pronation" target="_blank">insoles for flat feet</a></b><span style="font-family: inherit;">. They really help out in my <b><a href="https://www.nike.com/w/black-air-max-270-shoes-5ix6dz90poyzy7ok" target="_blank">Nike Air Max 270</a></b> trainers.</span></div></span></span>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-73848452590880260712023-04-04T12:13:00.000-05:002023-04-04T12:13:25.221-05:00Life Insurance In Your 50s: Is It Worth It?<span id="docs-internal-guid-c12112c1-7fff-83b0-58c9-fdcbb1c83d45"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Life insurance can provide you with financial security and peace of mind when planning for the future</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="416" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/TJ-4jOLJjKlri3mbD1i5Ct2VPym3ifL9qcRGWI7tLk53Za5cjeiWp-eED62f0iOaomV8RTol_1DlFzQ06_CwQxQdoQGye6MuNYTS0h7yzxwBDt0iUZB4T0Ij7WVFbGe-vi4SgAA2u2aqWDjkkBbcGhE" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When people reach their 50s, it often becomes a much higher priority to get their financial plans together as they start taking their financial plans for the future more seriously. During this time, the question of whether or not to get a life insurance policy tends to pop up. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Many people think that by the time they reach their 50s, they’ve passed the age where getting a policy makes sense. Whether it’s out of fear that their premiums will be too high or they will have trouble getting a policy, these misconceptions stop many people from looking into a policy. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To determine whether or not a life insurance policy is right for you, you should consider your current financial situation and what your options are for policies. Then, you can make a better decision on whether or not getting a policy is the right move for you. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">4 Things To Consider When Thinking About Getting Life Insurance In Your 50s</span></h2><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Consider the following to understand if getting a life insurance policy is right for you</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="416" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/2KlMe5Z2uyX58ttNgr7EwIspBJyyCc_VgeI9pt_4eSpL11qyDanbrS5j6LeKIvlCMHnHhkdLf2QQuIEwtgIjG1mFP9dhSUyyRmPoi2j2CpBaP5NNkb9KrfuTOn3Dx9Qva7g4mUCibqMtBRU0Yn8kdao" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Getting a life insurance policy is a big financial decision. Before deciding on whether or not to get a policy, there’s a whole slew of factors to consider to determine if it’s the right choice for you. Among those factors, you should think about your age and health, the financial goals you have, and what your current financial situation looks like. </span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1. Age and Health</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.investopedia.com/articles/personal-finance/022615/how-age-affects-life-insurance-rates.asp" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your age</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and your health play a large part in how much life insurance coverage someone may get and the price they may pay for it. As you get older, life insurance premiums typically increase. The younger and healthier you are, the less of a risk you pose to an insurance company. In most cases, you will be required to undergo some type of medical exam as well as provide some details about your medical history. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There are plenty of reasons why someone may need </span><a href="https://meetfabric.com/blog/how-does-a-no-exam-life-insurance-policy-work" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">no medical exam life insurance</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Whether it’s due to a busy schedule or health issues that may lead to a higher price for a policy, life insurance policies that do not require a medical exam serve as a great option for people who still need some type of coverage. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One popular option for life insurance that does not require a medical exam is something called an accelerated term life insurance policy. In this option, you would still be required to submit detailed information about your health and your health history, but more often than not, you can forgo a medical exam. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Companies that offer this type of insurance use an accelerated underwriting process to determine how much coverage they can provide and at what price. It’s a much simpler, faster process in comparison to the typical application process. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If your health prevents you from getting coverage through traditional life insurance types, there are still some options for you too. Guaranteed life insurance and simplified life insurance are generally the best options if you can’t get covered due to medical reasons. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">These life insurance options tend to be fairly expensive, so make sure you’ve exhausted all of your options before settling on guaranteed or simplified life insurance. </span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2. Financial Situation and Responsibilities</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One factor you might consider when you think about getting a life insurance policy is what you would leave behind if you were to pass away. Do you have dependent children who would need financial support? Do you have any big debts, like a mortgage, that someone else would be responsible for paying? </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have many financial obligations you would leave behind, this can help you decide how much life insurance coverage you need, how long you want to get a policy for, and how much you are willing to pay for your policy. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Now, if you feel like you’ve adequately prepared your family financially, maybe a life insurance policy isn’t necessary. However, if you don’t have savings to pass along and want to do all that you can to </span><a href="https://www.investopedia.com/articles/pf/08/inheritance-for-children.asp" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">leave behind money</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for your family, a life insurance policy may be a smart investment for you. At the very least, a life insurance policy can provide you with some peace of mind knowing your family will have some financial security if you were to pass away. </span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">3. Estate Planning Goals</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">No matter what age you are, having a plan of action in place for your estate is crucial. Your </span><a href="https://www.estateplanning.com/what-is-estate-planning" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">estate plan</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> designates and communicates your wishes on how you would like to handle everything you own. This may include:</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How things like your home, your investments, and any personal assets are handled </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Who you would like to care for any minor children</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How you would like your care handled if you were to become incapacitated</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How you would like your funeral arrangements handled</span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You may have specific wishes for how you would like your assets distributed, plans to leave a certain amount of financial support to your beneficiaries, or preferences on your funeral arrangements. A life insurance policy can help you ensure your beneficiaries receive the financial support they need to carry out your wishes adequately.</span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">4. Personal Preferences and Values</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You may have personal goals when it comes to leaving money for your beneficiaries. If you have children, you may want to leave behind money to help them pay for larger expenses, like </span><a href="https://www.cnbc.com/select/how-much-should-you-be-saving-for-your-childs-college-education/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">college expenses</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, a wedding, or a house. If these are your goals and you aren’t sure that you will realistically be able to accomplish them, a life insurance policy can act as a good backup plan to make sure you are leaving behind support for your family. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Top Life Insurance Options For People In Their 50s</span></h2><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Figure out which life insurance type best suits your needs</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="416" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/dfcAlhOYADNbL2z7S6wXxY3ADwsdZ0ghn8pUBaQgu44fnQPAqBt82gJb89I_Jw1BpKZIzsLgzk2B5Ym9CtNbzCh6d_59FVsU_Uqv932f4UHuHM66SO7eg1K1c6UMBL8yfClLgA37Mi4F8hchQ2dLuv8" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Among the most popular types of life insurance policies are term and permanent life insurance. While these are not the only types of life insurance, they do tend to be the most common, especially among people in their 50s. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">These policies are not created equally, though. So, do your best to understand each type to determine which is right for you. </span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Term Life Insurance</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Term life insurance is one of the most popular life insurance types for people in their 50s. This type of life insurance policy covers you for a specific amount of time. That can be anywhere between 10-30 years. If you were to pass away during this time, your beneficiaries would receive a death benefit based on your coverage amount. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/t/termlife.asp" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Term life insurance</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is one of the most basic forms of life insurance, but it still provides a great amount of coverage and is very flexible with the term limit. Because it is fairly basic, term life insurance is generally the most affordable type of life insurance. </span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Permanent Life Insurance</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Permanent life insurance is another popular type of life insurance, but it tends to be a bit more than most people in their 50s really need. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As opposed to term life insurance, </span><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/insurance/permanent-life-insurance" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">permanent life insurance</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> covers the policyholder for their entire life. Beyond the death benefit, permanent life insurance policies typically include what is called a cash value. As the insurance policy ages, policyholders can borrow against the cash value of the policy. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Because permanent life insurance is a bit more comprehensive, it tends to be a much more expensive option. Most people in their 50s find this to be much more coverage than they actually need. That’s why, more often than not, people opt for a term life insurance policy instead. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">3 Tips For Choosing A Life Insurance Policy In Your 50s</span></h2><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Follow these three tips to make sure you choose the right life insurance policy for your needs</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="416" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/5dDP57e7zL3ymOcECcx0jH6NUdGM0IHaE0yfZHRbU3b_sozS-_HnRSwy3P2LHYPEFpBxiutI9Uyvc24UQQzC1ZPgQkp3kWyBSiCjvrP263PPusLh4azmtGgOHtsTXnp_xrn_3gXbwCUVqBBKq5Tio4Y" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you’ve determined that a life insurance policy is the right option for you, you will want to do your best to make sure you are getting the best policy for your situation. By understanding how much coverage you need, shopping around for quotes, and getting advice from a financial advisor, you’ll be on the fast track to getting a policy that’s right for you. </span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1. Shop Around</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s easier than ever to shop around for a life insurance policy that fits your needs. To make sure that you are getting the best policy for the best price, you need to compare quotes from multiple life insurance companies. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Before you get started, you will first need to </span><a href="https://www.investopedia.com/articles/pf/08/what-to-expect-insurance-application.asp" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">prepare some information</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to get the most accurate quotes possible. Depending on the company and the type of life insurance you are looking into, the insurance company may ask you for the following information:</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your health history</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> - An insurance company will likely ask about both your health history and the health history of your family. If you have chronic conditions or any other health issues, you should be prepared to explain those. </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your current health</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Unless you opt for a life insurance policy that doesn’t require a medical exam, you will more than likely be asked to undergo a medical exam to help the company understand your current health status. </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your lifestyle information</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> - You will be asked questions about your job and even your hobbies. If you have a riskier job or hobbies, you may pay more for a life insurance policy. </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your coverage needs</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> - You will need to know how much coverage you need. The insurance company may ask for financial information to help you find the right amount of coverage. It’s always best to have a general idea of how much coverage you need beforehand though. </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your goals</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> - The insurance company may ask you some questions about what you intend to use the insurance policy for. Whether that be to help pay off a mortgage or to support your children financially, be ready to explain your goals. </span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When it comes time to get your quotes, you have a couple of different options to explore. You can find quotes from companies online, you may consider working with a broker, or you may want to try getting quotes from an insurance agent. In fact, you may get quotes from a combination of these options or all three to fully lay out your options. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">After you have gotten your quotes, compare the policy information, like the monthly price, the policy length, the coverage amount, and any other terms and conditions. Find a healthy balance between the amount of coverage you want and how much you are willing to pay for your policy. </span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2. Work With a Financial Advisor</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Even beyond life insurance needs, working with a financial advisor can help you get a much better handle on your financial goals and plans. </span><a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/f/financial-advisor.asp" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Financial advisors</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can help you with taxes, investments, and estate planning among many other things. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When it comes to life insurance, a financial advisor can work with you to understand where you are now and where you want to be in the future. A financial advisor will work with you to come up with a plan to get you on the right track. If a life insurance policy is something that your financial advisor recommends, they can help guide you to get the right amount of coverage and the right policy type. </span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 16pt;"><span style="color: #434343; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">3. Only Get the Coverage You Need</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A big mistake that people make when buying life insurance is getting too much coverage. When getting life insurance, you should try to only get the </span><a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/f/financial-advisor.asp" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">amount of coverage</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> you need. If you don’t work with a financial advisor, it can be tricky to understand how much you really need. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To figure out the amount of life insurance coverage you need, you should consider a few different factors:</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your debts</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Consider how much outstanding debt you will leave behind and any interest it would accrue. This can include your mortgage, student loans, personal loans, and anything else outstanding. </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your income</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Determine how much income would need to be replaced if you were no longer around. It’s recommended that you plan to replace between 6-10 times your annual salary. It may not be necessary to take out that much if you have some savings and investments that you can leave behind for your family. </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your beneficiaries</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> - If your death would put others in your family in financial hardship, consider how much would be needed to help them stay afloat. Consider children, your spouse, and even business partners that may rely on you. </span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The amount of coverage you need will always depend on your unique financial needs. There are plenty of tools and resources out there that can help you better understand the amount of coverage you need. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether or not a life insurance policy is worth it if you are in your 50s depends on your financial situation and your needs. Keep in mind, though, that being in your 50s doesn’t mean you can’t get a life insurance policy for a reasonable price with a good amount of coverage. As you work to better understand your financial situation and your options, you can make an informed decision on whether or not a life insurance policy is the right investment for you. </span></p><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div></span>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-50796275297537585862021-07-06T17:00:00.002-05:002021-07-06T17:55:37.286-05:00McCall's 8009 - The Perfect Night Out Romper!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjyR8jKgVSqkYv9D-o0crYtVEooASr6hPr89G2T4YdAoXTNACAlY89y3Wl60h5BjQkCTPNHYOlkvY3GDTqhhnDmDe_HQmTwO1bmLfUWerDMPTrScxboXwNmjYQUjLkmSZD2CieCA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8009 - The Perfect Night Out Romper - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjyR8jKgVSqkYv9D-o0crYtVEooASr6hPr89G2T4YdAoXTNACAlY89y3Wl60h5BjQkCTPNHYOlkvY3GDTqhhnDmDe_HQmTwO1bmLfUWerDMPTrScxboXwNmjYQUjLkmSZD2CieCA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-7.jpg" title="McCall's 8009 - The Perfect Night Out Romper - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Since the pandemic, I haven't been out-out. When I say out-out, I mean in really crowded places -- maskless. The July 4th weekend was my first fully-vaccinated outing. I am the consummate people watcher; I love looking at people and what they're wearing. So, I had missed being out so much and I was feeling the isolation. It felt good to make some pretty clothes for a weekend of good friends, good music, good drinks and good laughs.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhosia9knOeMO0ylfUXr-tp9fRs34Cy0wkxFIFGP4s3ecf675LSYpT7B2A2NOeQT7lT9ZmuS7Vny6wdTceoM2ZN5XLTbHAcWqdKeO8gl_WAE40g6PBlf_CgIp63n0X3E5r6oGLaBQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8009 - The Perfect Night Out Romper - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1535" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhosia9knOeMO0ylfUXr-tp9fRs34Cy0wkxFIFGP4s3ecf675LSYpT7B2A2NOeQT7lT9ZmuS7Vny6wdTceoM2ZN5XLTbHAcWqdKeO8gl_WAE40g6PBlf_CgIp63n0X3E5r6oGLaBQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-6.jpg" title="McCall's 8009 - The Perfect Night Out Romper - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I love shorts. This is the Deep South and it's always hot and humid. And in all honesty, I get it in the gym and y'all are going to see the results of 3 days a week jump squats! <b><a href="https://somethingdelightful.com/m8009" target="_blank">McCall's 8009</a></b>, view A is perfect for a night out. My fabric is a poly crepe from Jo-Ann that I bought last summer.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkmTlvOtBvzwsSOQgwrpkd9aGmNQsJ8c_8tBNsKHx8VJJR8BdEfjqZ8PwyEMUR5LjBT788gQP-5NqKTqHLd4HvdOrSdUemzoSvXWcnd_SIsR2GPvwyDa6195HoUR_2J8CodikX6A/s2048/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8009 - The Perfect Night Out Romper - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkmTlvOtBvzwsSOQgwrpkd9aGmNQsJ8c_8tBNsKHx8VJJR8BdEfjqZ8PwyEMUR5LjBT788gQP-5NqKTqHLd4HvdOrSdUemzoSvXWcnd_SIsR2GPvwyDa6195HoUR_2J8CodikX6A/s16000/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-1.jpg" title="McCall's 8009 - The Perfect Night Out Romper - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I cut the size 14 in the bodice and the 16 from the waist to hips. I lengthened the bodice by one inch. I also lengthened 1 inch at the waist and an inch at the rise.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFO_tp76eHfXEqlFbybDWmO25BdbWZUaNp5OeoxriPOjj8fv5Su0WOJQq3xfmYyyIiYxmwUZ6RBSh1rHvIw2XTjc_KfuKZopRjG6G9Q4xoQzXgwkWx6qCMmt2oiaRchWVI22hxcA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8009 - The Perfect Night Out Romper - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFO_tp76eHfXEqlFbybDWmO25BdbWZUaNp5OeoxriPOjj8fv5Su0WOJQq3xfmYyyIiYxmwUZ6RBSh1rHvIw2XTjc_KfuKZopRjG6G9Q4xoQzXgwkWx6qCMmt2oiaRchWVI22hxcA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-9.jpg" title="McCall's 8009 - The Perfect Night Out Romper - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made a 2 inch full seat adjustment to make sure I had enough coverage in the back. And I also added 1/2" to the crotch length. See, I have a 31" waist and a 45" hip. With ready-to-wear shorts, I have to deal with hiking up in the back and not enough length in the crotch. So, when I'm walking, it causes the shorts to ride up and gather right in between my legs. It's not comfortable or cute. So, when I learned to make these adjustments, it was life changing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpV3hnZICgHpSec_o8UeI_BDg_HTCzwXEfTwkxV8R2URxJzCFyAEu6YvXD31nCdO1nnZcHvw8KQXfHrxBK_QKjRt4HdxWqz8SF9MmkwymLyokk0890udAtowlOR-k3Q2sKqV9vZg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpV3hnZICgHpSec_o8UeI_BDg_HTCzwXEfTwkxV8R2URxJzCFyAEu6YvXD31nCdO1nnZcHvw8KQXfHrxBK_QKjRt4HdxWqz8SF9MmkwymLyokk0890udAtowlOR-k3Q2sKqV9vZg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-3.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBQ3S6gTbUA860cJZcr56C-2gVGthkOTKtxRKHxate0mMK_I5iZNFiulDbTpCeyMx-oBroTfTL0VYwqiWl7VE46G1MVeYEvOBFPb4TPX1T8F0nolRWm6vArkx2EDF7HfNvG0xA4A/s2048/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-11.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBQ3S6gTbUA860cJZcr56C-2gVGthkOTKtxRKHxate0mMK_I5iZNFiulDbTpCeyMx-oBroTfTL0VYwqiWl7VE46G1MVeYEvOBFPb4TPX1T8F0nolRWm6vArkx2EDF7HfNvG0xA4A/s16000/McCall%2527s+8009+-+Romper+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-11.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">To top off my look, I love dainty 14k gold necklaces. In the last year, they've become my <i>gold standard</i>. See what I did there! Previously, I picked silver jewelry to match with my platinum wedding set. But since I don't have to wear that anymore, I've really leaned in on the gold jewelry and I'm loving it so much. Gold is warm and looks so much better against my skintone. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj21wv94FKYBylIqvWmNA8u1JnXxsLLEdCmiF_oF9V28OFEoOAhgYO8CO38pC-qi1dLH9Fl7SFvFdgxEW_BIEpRQIqoaTeZujUVQ3mnR8wLiKehLPJ3LO-aqqRTQ7mgvQFK7G8rkw/s2048/Aurate+New+York+Gold+Necklaces+x+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj21wv94FKYBylIqvWmNA8u1JnXxsLLEdCmiF_oF9V28OFEoOAhgYO8CO38pC-qi1dLH9Fl7SFvFdgxEW_BIEpRQIqoaTeZujUVQ3mnR8wLiKehLPJ3LO-aqqRTQ7mgvQFK7G8rkw/s16000/Aurate+New+York+Gold+Necklaces+x+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">For this look, I with pieces from <b><a href="https://auratenewyork.com/collections/necklaces" target="_blank">Aurate New York</a></b>. I'm wearing the <b><a href="https://auratenewyork.com/products/infinity-bar-necklace" target="_blank">Infinity Bar Necklace</a></b> and the <b><a href="https://auratenewyork.com/products/obelisk-pendant" target="_blank">Obelisk Pendant</a></b>. (The earrings are the <b><a href="https://auratenewyork.com/products/long-beam-hoops" target="_blank">Long Beam Hoops</a></b>.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Are you a fan of gold jewelry too?</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-64096514018711535792021-05-28T22:00:00.001-05:002021-05-28T22:19:13.611-05:00Burda 7065 -- The Crisscross Halter Dress!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDVIJY9VzBoBqd64eFqtjJJsu9wF9-owibt-jCdj1n8Wdcp4xklHV3joPlNQsrwLFoBS7A3jMcK-0meaqV4JNUb10CLLks6VQteqQVJsmkeX4bPfQjX3wQv3uds5-fPJFtadl2Mg/s2048/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDVIJY9VzBoBqd64eFqtjJJsu9wF9-owibt-jCdj1n8Wdcp4xklHV3joPlNQsrwLFoBS7A3jMcK-0meaqV4JNUb10CLLks6VQteqQVJsmkeX4bPfQjX3wQv3uds5-fPJFtadl2Mg/s16000/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" title="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This dress has been in my to-sew pile for many, many summers. I'd pull it out and put it back. I happened to run across it a few weeks ago, and I promised myself that this is the summer for it. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipK-W18VnXKEXuLKey3v8mtA-vGlISX4zyCzcrDLq2DSEnB35P1CaOo5TAe6JxXAZkD77I0r5xMGl2_jMjfrtcFK4_-SUUJY69pA0b9EIH2jP9shlBvSAvUXO8vpe0aaJSfvjvCg/s2048/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipK-W18VnXKEXuLKey3v8mtA-vGlISX4zyCzcrDLq2DSEnB35P1CaOo5TAe6JxXAZkD77I0r5xMGl2_jMjfrtcFK4_-SUUJY69pA0b9EIH2jP9shlBvSAvUXO8vpe0aaJSfvjvCg/s16000/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-6.jpg" title="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This is Burda 7065. I think it may be out of print. The Simplicity.com website is horrible to navigate, so I'm not bothering to try and link to it. But I will say this, you can make a top or a dress and it's probably the quickest and easiest thing I've cut out and sewn in a while. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9WwZleUUtuWTpc3aq3NduQ6_1OsiyiLpO9HIXKDFBezoFZpacYdkpaVQ3_hZ-MSU_UT4RJK8Vpl-nj6PyDXBc6Pwdon0ttndhVjED1Vi86az3tU2nP_qO9tzvolKKA2-knSHUaQ/s1800/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-15.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9WwZleUUtuWTpc3aq3NduQ6_1OsiyiLpO9HIXKDFBezoFZpacYdkpaVQ3_hZ-MSU_UT4RJK8Vpl-nj6PyDXBc6Pwdon0ttndhVjED1Vi86az3tU2nP_qO9tzvolKKA2-knSHUaQ/s16000/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-15.jpg" title="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">There are only 2 pattern pieces, the front and the back. I cut the size 16 and made a swayback adjustment and a full seat adjustment. I added 5" to the length because I wanted a midi length. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibk5E4ktNtN1eAVwAIiLon_fHNiqUYkNE5cB-UNJtBKtM7eK8o580eW18bNM-7b3FSt3MoIXZK_XOSCNlOLxjL2O2hT59NrzD3pfF_CaRBuzpheyg3Uum7C2JJ9Oj_eY4UzFdS0w/s2048/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibk5E4ktNtN1eAVwAIiLon_fHNiqUYkNE5cB-UNJtBKtM7eK8o580eW18bNM-7b3FSt3MoIXZK_XOSCNlOLxjL2O2hT59NrzD3pfF_CaRBuzpheyg3Uum7C2JJ9Oj_eY4UzFdS0w/s16000/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.jpg" title="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">My fabric is orange <a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/23215-orange-carol-double-weave-heavy-lagu?_pos=2&_sid=a0e99b588&_ss=r" target="_blank"><b>Double Weave Heavy Laguna</b> from <b>Zelouf Fabrics</b></a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0v7ptNxmH54j2S-9zO1JWrh251t7n1hyjiOnzHLgFW4UJbdMZw1wr2zfHUEl0K_GboovvpyfzkhUcn-aBxCDxdV2VI6nrjp6Q7iwuRS8J_vPyjDYQ9d7O7dYT9OqnzL0glVK9ug/s2048/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0v7ptNxmH54j2S-9zO1JWrh251t7n1hyjiOnzHLgFW4UJbdMZw1wr2zfHUEl0K_GboovvpyfzkhUcn-aBxCDxdV2VI6nrjp6Q7iwuRS8J_vPyjDYQ9d7O7dYT9OqnzL0glVK9ug/s16000/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-8.jpg" title="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I rarely sew Burda patterns, so I don't know if this is common. But one thing about this pattern that stood out to me is how roomy it is in the bust and how "snatched" it is in the waist. I guess European women have big boobs and tiny waists.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOkhya6LYI_DVCeRFWttc5Z6p3FculVgBvq9Bh4EhGs0YliJa-v6zRZ9zypK_iwyaeSkLAn7DvDUl-Lex5U64R1kSoCiQsmMJSArpsevh_9XsqaTU3GyOKWC8XR621un1OA4B7jQ/s2048/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOkhya6LYI_DVCeRFWttc5Z6p3FculVgBvq9Bh4EhGs0YliJa-v6zRZ9zypK_iwyaeSkLAn7DvDUl-Lex5U64R1kSoCiQsmMJSArpsevh_9XsqaTU3GyOKWC8XR621un1OA4B7jQ/s16000/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-14.jpg" title="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div>I cut my elastic 2" shorter than suggested because I wanted to make sure it held the bodice snug.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOLxH9nC9Qs8iD-M1xMQFO9GR4nhkGoq-FkApPWcyVtdX7mciRzpRg4kzjtvu1nH0c2SfbOQ6nzGnoqY5qzVzQAWynVg_5IOzBBkPNtai14ar2I8tfiatTphbuTa_i77ayEUBO0A/s2048/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOLxH9nC9Qs8iD-M1xMQFO9GR4nhkGoq-FkApPWcyVtdX7mciRzpRg4kzjtvu1nH0c2SfbOQ6nzGnoqY5qzVzQAWynVg_5IOzBBkPNtai14ar2I8tfiatTphbuTa_i77ayEUBO0A/s16000/Burda+7065+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-10.jpg" title="Burda 7065 -- Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I absolutely love this dress and I can't believe it took me years to make it. But, better late than never!</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-30495522968004275512021-05-18T14:00:00.001-05:002021-05-18T14:20:38.759-05:00Feeling Blue!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzBiMBl6DRH0Ly1Q8X80whXsxyTX6KgWYGqD8VOxfga_87s6VQGKZwSXfDPhvcLO9GmaACpeEEIdlacHhyphenhyphenmkkkLFBZq-nTFaaUlLJHG6uD02kUVyV6hLUTq1St3jL_GFc74C-GdQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8217 Top & McCallss 8149 Skirt - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzBiMBl6DRH0Ly1Q8X80whXsxyTX6KgWYGqD8VOxfga_87s6VQGKZwSXfDPhvcLO9GmaACpeEEIdlacHhyphenhyphenmkkkLFBZq-nTFaaUlLJHG6uD02kUVyV6hLUTq1St3jL_GFc74C-GdQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" title="McCall's 8217 Top & McCallss 8149 Skirt - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: justify;">This is what I wore for Mother's Day, and I'm just now getting around to posting it. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-rT0SyoCfElm-9rP3TY5J2j-jWkNtSaC7khbShVORn2nXxGF7RDJFtK47-lcxGdWjaIRRAzh7YQzvye8pnhIKxY2L_hRb5-MAbdpNo_H84JkV417X7SNGw7Ts_nHeGfvmq9-AIw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8217 Top & McCallss 8149 Skirt - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1535" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-rT0SyoCfElm-9rP3TY5J2j-jWkNtSaC7khbShVORn2nXxGF7RDJFtK47-lcxGdWjaIRRAzh7YQzvye8pnhIKxY2L_hRb5-MAbdpNo_H84JkV417X7SNGw7Ts_nHeGfvmq9-AIw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" title="McCall's 8217 Top & McCallss 8149 Skirt - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I love adding separates to my wardrobe. I can't say that enough. I wear the clothes that I sew. This ain't for "show". I'm not here to entertain you. This is real life and my real wardrobe. That's why I love these 2 pieces.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydyDq0RsH2QFPlaXEW4XzHalmdWz4yNiQB99dt40qFrm-E8GxFQV21rl7VGYT2MUq0FJyR_LnTcGkpgXzBfxUTKpqk07S2UBXRWMufeKjzesjOxyNRuOHGMx9IbJVgJQKBJ2I4A/s1800/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-11.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8217 Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydyDq0RsH2QFPlaXEW4XzHalmdWz4yNiQB99dt40qFrm-E8GxFQV21rl7VGYT2MUq0FJyR_LnTcGkpgXzBfxUTKpqk07S2UBXRWMufeKjzesjOxyNRuOHGMx9IbJVgJQKBJ2I4A/s16000/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-11.PNG" title="McCall's 8217 Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">This top is <b><a href="https://somethingdelightful.com/m8217" target="_blank">McCall's 8217</a></b>. And my fabric is <a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/25573-trans-stella-trans-lurex-knit" target="_blank"><b>Stella Trans Lurex Knit</b> in <b>Sky Allure</b> from <b>Zelouf Fabrics.com</b></a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6GEPgwylyFvlUIpRDf1eOKPgSPW7pBd6GWQgExXrar3-Bx-i3wbjSUXN6cb0fl8TmV9JDKpnVmWeQHBaCH3YI0dOz5A5_qj8beUJWH8qVE_gIVCxKuqdii64-g4wrmriW3Pj3Jw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8217 Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6GEPgwylyFvlUIpRDf1eOKPgSPW7pBd6GWQgExXrar3-Bx-i3wbjSUXN6cb0fl8TmV9JDKpnVmWeQHBaCH3YI0dOz5A5_qj8beUJWH8qVE_gIVCxKuqdii64-g4wrmriW3Pj3Jw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" title="McCall's 8217 Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlSCJ_bppStBAVqQQJcrcJ4iLOM6B1h57uNEGNUcp1Zj9QYqdRRxYBF_Psa6B2IG5Db6WIVr3x8XpSMuZHTg-9_t0TMgXhyqaRKLN_frDyIsBCVQjtBvkgBdywt5rvT6sUQVPTbQ/s1807/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8217 Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1807" data-original-width="1355" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlSCJ_bppStBAVqQQJcrcJ4iLOM6B1h57uNEGNUcp1Zj9QYqdRRxYBF_Psa6B2IG5Db6WIVr3x8XpSMuZHTg-9_t0TMgXhyqaRKLN_frDyIsBCVQjtBvkgBdywt5rvT6sUQVPTbQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-9.jpg" title="McCall's 8217 Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This is such a cute top that is so easy to sew straight out of the envelope... no alterations necessary for me. And this beautiful knit fabric, gave it the perfect amount of razzle and dazzle! It's pretty sheer, but a nude bra underneath was the perfect coverage. And the fabric was really easy to sew. But hey, everything is easy to sew on my beautiful <b><a href="https://www.janome.com/machines/embroidery/qm-mc15000/" target="_blank">Janome Memory Craft 15000</a></b> while using my walking foot!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVj5LsulrmOqu3bCQ0_vdQO-Ua4f4FYP0Zxt4FwQDq1jkvB7-rHClDPgs4iE3i_Gw-xLmRcQKx6EPIHnnunty2pSNZIBo8lfv-Bm3sSvs9Oo2WQgeptiCZn_LSOZVReDgVrWi0Kg/s1800/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8149 Skirt - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1800" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVj5LsulrmOqu3bCQ0_vdQO-Ua4f4FYP0Zxt4FwQDq1jkvB7-rHClDPgs4iE3i_Gw-xLmRcQKx6EPIHnnunty2pSNZIBo8lfv-Bm3sSvs9Oo2WQgeptiCZn_LSOZVReDgVrWi0Kg/w640-h480/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.PNG" title="McCall's 8149 Skirt - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">My skirt is <b><a href="https://somethingdelightful.com/m8149" target="_blank">McCall's 8149</a></b>. And my fabric is <a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/25508-anning-space-dye-suiting" target="_blank"><b>Anning Space Dye Suiting</b> in <b>Denim </b>from <b>Zelouf Fabrics.com</b></a>. This fabric looks like denim, but it's not. It's 70% poly, 28% rayon and 2% spandex. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@ericabunkerdiystyle" target="_blank" title="@ericabunkerdiystyle">@ericabunkerdiystyle</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><blockquote cite="https://www.tiktok.com/@ericabunkerdiystyle/video/6959688656479145222" class="tiktok-embed" data-video-id="6959688656479145222" style="max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;"><section><p>WATCH ME SEW <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/sewing" target="_blank" title="sewing">##sewing</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/sewingtiktok" target="_blank" title="sewingtiktok">##sewingtiktok</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/tiktoksewing" target="_blank" title="tiktoksewing">##tiktoksewing</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/fyp" target="_blank" title="fyp">##fyp</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/foryoupage" target="_blank" title="foryoupage">##foryoupage</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/sewersoftiktok" target="_blank" title="sewersoftiktok">##sewersoftiktok</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/isewtiktok" target="_blank" title="isewtiktok">##isewtiktok</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/sewingfun" target="_blank" title="sewingfun">##sewingfun</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/janomesewing" target="_blank" title="janomesewing">##janomesewing</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/watchmesew" target="_blank" title="watchmesew">##watchmesew</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/tipsandtricks" target="_blank" title="tipsandtricks">##tipsandtricks</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/springoutfit" target="_blank" title="springoutfit">##springoutfit</a></p> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/Kiss-Me-More-feat-SZA-6948086714175621121" target="_blank" title="♬ Kiss Me More (feat. 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I didn't need to lengthen it because it's drafted to be a midi length. I sewed and topstitched just as a would had the fabric been actual denim.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyF9FHyG8Atrxfg3zvJh1DyqMr_NNeFFe7vqqowGz2Dt2Mg_HuGfYx1n6v0y-FQeZNIBNRjdC1qHbZXqBnNMiAX16BcrL3Bv4U2VDW-jmy1L4S2sfXOn3CI3DzXPdY0WRguy35yg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8217 Top & McCallss 8149 Skirt - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyF9FHyG8Atrxfg3zvJh1DyqMr_NNeFFe7vqqowGz2Dt2Mg_HuGfYx1n6v0y-FQeZNIBNRjdC1qHbZXqBnNMiAX16BcrL3Bv4U2VDW-jmy1L4S2sfXOn3CI3DzXPdY0WRguy35yg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8217+Top+%2526+McCallss+8149+Skirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" title="McCall's 8217 Top & McCallss 8149 Skirt - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I love this skirt and I've already worn it out into the wild twice since I mad it. I can't wait to rotate it right into fall with boots!</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-11717373850814012362021-05-15T13:00:00.002-05:002021-05-15T14:10:08.850-05:00Linen 2-Piece Outfit!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqFC3wZnchB9KKFwqceEfQ8GfTDVpIcaOJUJnWeLcTgnWRjBD32ViWtL7VtCV5Rq16LC6_2MOrPt8s-Hn17qpFHdWRXk7I06UdPVOHHAPJlL8WQe7xSZEN8HrSVSIuUDiih5g-GA/s2048/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-18.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqFC3wZnchB9KKFwqceEfQ8GfTDVpIcaOJUJnWeLcTgnWRjBD32ViWtL7VtCV5Rq16LC6_2MOrPt8s-Hn17qpFHdWRXk7I06UdPVOHHAPJlL8WQe7xSZEN8HrSVSIuUDiih5g-GA/s16000/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-18.jpg" title="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">What is spring and summer without a great linen look? It's even better when it's a matching set, that works together or as separates in your wardrobe!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH_BRHPnXaRkjElJv9o_rFuojlW2XpuIi-h9vCUvmwuh8ZzQ1jAzpiJwO2UZhRyGWVd9iJJEoH-mtMkyJLhnPzDQGcd7-JONK2de_mAC9HRuhMCE7598P6QPbEvIrg8C4vbhaUEg/s2048/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH_BRHPnXaRkjElJv9o_rFuojlW2XpuIi-h9vCUvmwuh8ZzQ1jAzpiJwO2UZhRyGWVd9iJJEoH-mtMkyJLhnPzDQGcd7-JONK2de_mAC9HRuhMCE7598P6QPbEvIrg8C4vbhaUEg/s16000/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" title="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I'd recently acquired this beautiful cut of linen from Zelouf Fabrics. It's the <b><a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/3905-rebecca-stripe-linen?_pos=1&_sid=75da50598&_ss=r&variant=33004931711064" rel="nofollow">Rebecca Stripe Linen in Ivory</a></b>. The fabric is so subtle... it just makes perfect sense to use it for a design that has some flair to it. I thought I would be making a jacket and pants. But after I pre-washed my fabric and all of the sizing was removed, the linen was so soft that I knew it would make a great top.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkZdwBlmencZpA1q6xK8DjBZfDMMprOKeFlZsDXgdnrcG8uPUhNHcED86qdCv_fS_2CGHzZ-EZ_IaAEkjy90CktUD1iWRnMwTumvbXkkMz9XBMxRNST9kzqHKU0sc30tJboSKzHw/s2048/Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vogue Patterns 1700 Top -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkZdwBlmencZpA1q6xK8DjBZfDMMprOKeFlZsDXgdnrcG8uPUhNHcED86qdCv_fS_2CGHzZ-EZ_IaAEkjy90CktUD1iWRnMwTumvbXkkMz9XBMxRNST9kzqHKU0sc30tJboSKzHw/s16000/Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-3.jpg" title="Vogue Patterns 1700 Top -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">My top is <b><a href="https://somethingdelightful.com/v1700" target="_blank">Vogue Patterns 1700</a>. </b>It's a perfect replica of the Rosie Assoulin Lantern Sleeve Top.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbiljrGV_yR-7IXxiuhciCxIYwFmjt3OntAjgVB1BkB0eYDs3ie59Xmvke-NbJImAWgA4X6ba9jqcdaVoqyWupcF-w_4JOu2oR2DepD5zKMY1kym72RkLPY53ZsCUx1Z4Y71NEHQ/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img data-original-height="1177" data-original-width="664" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbiljrGV_yR-7IXxiuhciCxIYwFmjt3OntAjgVB1BkB0eYDs3ie59Xmvke-NbJImAWgA4X6ba9jqcdaVoqyWupcF-w_4JOu2oR2DepD5zKMY1kym72RkLPY53ZsCUx1Z4Y71NEHQ/w360-h640/image.png" width="360" /></a></div>The top retails for $795. I'd had this saved on Pinterest for a while... so I was glad when it was released by Vogue Patterns last year.<br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtoAeINQ7AW5cOIXvEvGC3qxhSKJ_ADA_BBOGI9pwWgZ0vdR80XvUaDkmu0PaCcyivQDNAwbuLMsm6No7ivwxwSKMRKA6Yp4RBlYP6H0siqK1FKMoUHuSaWpHX9F9IIssNwfw4Bg/s1711/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1711" data-original-width="1141" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtoAeINQ7AW5cOIXvEvGC3qxhSKJ_ADA_BBOGI9pwWgZ0vdR80XvUaDkmu0PaCcyivQDNAwbuLMsm6No7ivwxwSKMRKA6Yp4RBlYP6H0siqK1FKMoUHuSaWpHX9F9IIssNwfw4Bg/s16000/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-7.jpg" title="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This top is pretty simple to sew and it has really cute designer-esque details. I cut a 14 and graded out to the 16. The bodice is really roomy, so I didn't need to do a FBA.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRrKmZqYVmYpxpUVMxmCId6nvGMZi7Fbh3tex_dPfgrdrKjBd5bNrvb3TjASejfnY2UQXrXEC88DSdMAJ_liw0HD7eeficOg4a1DWbPbG9u56IPsO6PrfefbTv5m-TZmKu73Daig/s2048/Vogue+Patterns+1700+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vogue Patterns 1700 Top -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRrKmZqYVmYpxpUVMxmCId6nvGMZi7Fbh3tex_dPfgrdrKjBd5bNrvb3TjASejfnY2UQXrXEC88DSdMAJ_liw0HD7eeficOg4a1DWbPbG9u56IPsO6PrfefbTv5m-TZmKu73Daig/s16000/Vogue+Patterns+1700+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" title="Vogue Patterns 1700 Top -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">One of the main draws to this pattern is how it's designed to allow you to play with the stripe placement. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM1M4NJwKHFrtQsN0FAIuNWRmHDgAOsJnevxXEc5o1ZmsJAQOZ1LHCGGPIbZlZmp9kKyVucOUNSmh1yvv3FFzFb_buLGngl2BBfF-ZFOCGY-ZnAAAcpn7vUkcmUfj_jnRYnW-2dw/s2048/Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vogue Patterns 1700 Top -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM1M4NJwKHFrtQsN0FAIuNWRmHDgAOsJnevxXEc5o1ZmsJAQOZ1LHCGGPIbZlZmp9kKyVucOUNSmh1yvv3FFzFb_buLGngl2BBfF-ZFOCGY-ZnAAAcpn7vUkcmUfj_jnRYnW-2dw/s16000/Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" title="Vogue Patterns 1700 Top -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The bodice is lined. I used a lining fabric from my stash.</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg480GwNYPdxEGIm2m942QV1IezSAkTMZBYsIfr6bskt5K9y3akla7UgQMlFy9_Gvrz255XPKBjkq8D9002GWsIcn95zRl1TAaeXYthd2jcOBUSFsTFIOrezP8joOsLX-_6z1SLAA/s2048/Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vogue Patterns 1700 Top -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg480GwNYPdxEGIm2m942QV1IezSAkTMZBYsIfr6bskt5K9y3akla7UgQMlFy9_Gvrz255XPKBjkq8D9002GWsIcn95zRl1TAaeXYthd2jcOBUSFsTFIOrezP8joOsLX-_6z1SLAA/s16000/Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" title="Vogue Patterns 1700 Top -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have you seen my tutorial on how to sew a shirt yoke?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/M2Tg7yyJ49I" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUMUB_Hg_elpUIimyGkYIcLKBb670-0sqDhiNbWlK_m6LnoeOMivh1pf6hOv7kWxoScekD0hLtHPUaAWM-8QruBoO8ghJux9upFKUdJ7ulNPaZPLH8ilJ-sVElVXPl6o-LwRWFAw/s1752/Vogue+Patterns+1700+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1752" data-original-width="1314" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUMUB_Hg_elpUIimyGkYIcLKBb670-0sqDhiNbWlK_m6LnoeOMivh1pf6hOv7kWxoScekD0hLtHPUaAWM-8QruBoO8ghJux9upFKUdJ7ulNPaZPLH8ilJ-sVElVXPl6o-LwRWFAw/s16000/Vogue+Patterns+1700+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.jpg" title="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">When this pattern was first released and posted to the McCall's social media accounts, there were comments like: "Who's going to wear that?"; "I can't wear a neckline that low. That's too much boobage!"; "I don't like it. The sleeves are silly and impractical." Insert eyeroll! You don't have to buy and make every pattern that is released. Everything isn't for everyone. And you're sewing the garment. Make necessary changes to suit you! Like, I sewed up the bodice to a level that I was comfortable with. The sleeves were extremely long. If I'm telling you a sleeve is long, it's long AF! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbVB8u31I4v216QzqjpVmtVGfeLePTqxuXKOdCDd0Rvwv_o3Wz4upuk7S_BTJO_AC3WIQEXDpgq4r2gnB3oAmDNuotaTxHQFb1h3Pdy0NF9R7n33WJ5nr8g9n3ee68O1Zdd6JAlA/s2048/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-16.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbVB8u31I4v216QzqjpVmtVGfeLePTqxuXKOdCDd0Rvwv_o3Wz4upuk7S_BTJO_AC3WIQEXDpgq4r2gnB3oAmDNuotaTxHQFb1h3Pdy0NF9R7n33WJ5nr8g9n3ee68O1Zdd6JAlA/s16000/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-16.jpg" title="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I took one inch off of the lower sleeve and I also took an inch off of the length of the sleeve cuffs. It was also too wide for my liking. So I reduced the width by 3 inches. It's not a real sleeve cuff that's interfaced and whatnot. It's just a "faux cuff" with a hem.<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjapT1NVQgYSjpsn5RhrevqInrQWh0UFh-Hr04N8dHd15Xmo3BznN400iPR5d2kS7Df3PkgbuO_54ebI5aNT4eOp7mBy70x-bafZ2GytBSwor5r8J4fVJ43NLUKLAtHMVZKLl5nwQ/s2048/Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjapT1NVQgYSjpsn5RhrevqInrQWh0UFh-Hr04N8dHd15Xmo3BznN400iPR5d2kS7Df3PkgbuO_54ebI5aNT4eOp7mBy70x-bafZ2GytBSwor5r8J4fVJ43NLUKLAtHMVZKLl5nwQ/s16000/Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" title="Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">My shorts are the <b><a href="https://store.closetcorepatterns.com/products/pietra-pants-shorts-pattern" target="_blank">Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts</a></b>. And they're my new favorite summer item. If you'd asked me a couple of weeks ago how I felt about pants with elastic waistbands? I would've given them 2 thumbs down! But I liked the way the front of these are drafted and I knew my top would be long enough to cover the top of them if I hated the back waist, so I went for it. And I love them!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhetbLqBKkhh0IfLxLSB-uJNu-Z6HzxLpjLA6LFyWEE3NKPanmE7SaYWkdZQB1sYltcg7y5qoOd4NBDR6nLqsx4EvSyBXU-UWf0cVTEawEjGO3iQFKh7SakAtCeSVp87IWD2foXRg/s2048/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-10.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhetbLqBKkhh0IfLxLSB-uJNu-Z6HzxLpjLA6LFyWEE3NKPanmE7SaYWkdZQB1sYltcg7y5qoOd4NBDR6nLqsx4EvSyBXU-UWf0cVTEawEjGO3iQFKh7SakAtCeSVp87IWD2foXRg/s16000/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-10.jpg" title="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">One of the things I used to hate about RTW shorts is how they would ride up on the inside of my thighs and make the crotch are look horrible when I'm walking. Once I learned to do a full-seat adjustment and to lengthened the crotch curve, my life was changed. As long as I've been sewing and engaging the online sewing community, I rarely see women that look like me with similar body types making pants fit adjustments. Pants get such a bad rap when it comes to fitting, because there simply isn't the RIGHT information out here to help women with curves properly fit. I've read A LOT of fit books over the years and through trial and error, I've learned to make the adjustments that I need.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSzuf9yX2hwpDw7JMKX9bw-ETTfjqOUwOixPXlQVp_czhuhd6tX_s-PNba66-ZgvsxHaS_O1eej_Y_7xLpYtxDkJy_c3mDETvOq2cr1oEazQVh5xCpcoKtROpFbD71jC88rD7BXg/s2048/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-14.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSzuf9yX2hwpDw7JMKX9bw-ETTfjqOUwOixPXlQVp_czhuhd6tX_s-PNba66-ZgvsxHaS_O1eej_Y_7xLpYtxDkJy_c3mDETvOq2cr1oEazQVh5xCpcoKtROpFbD71jC88rD7BXg/s16000/Vogue+Patterns+1700+Top+%2526+Closet+Core+Patterns+Pietra+Shorts+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-14.jpg" title="Linen 2-Piece Outfit: Vogue Patterns 1700 Top and Closet Core Patterns Pietra Shorts -- Fabric is from Zelouf Fabrics.com -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I love both of these pieces, and I can assure you that these will be highly rotated through the spring and summer!</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-20316935151849229682021-04-28T23:40:00.003-05:002021-04-28T23:40:35.626-05:00How to Build the Ultimate Skin Care Wardrobe<div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVg7hf1saNprYgcp8XBFpIgy9X95pjQOCH9uHbta_NgWVk0BpaA2H70RNJr6ONlvi663vNyKT7g73uQ_zE0TEyjCem_iM6qn8Ao6DKHQ0QRAxoXahRxubjh6mDAv0IQPRCCN2xBQ/s613/Skincare+Wardrobe-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="460" data-original-width="613" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVg7hf1saNprYgcp8XBFpIgy9X95pjQOCH9uHbta_NgWVk0BpaA2H70RNJr6ONlvi663vNyKT7g73uQ_zE0TEyjCem_iM6qn8Ao6DKHQ0QRAxoXahRxubjh6mDAv0IQPRCCN2xBQ/w640-h480/Skincare+Wardrobe-1.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span id="docs-internal-guid-ce7de1ab-7fff-23a1-bf00-9af31a32e054"><p style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 20pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>How to Build the Ultimate Skin Care Wardrobe</b></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chances are that your fashion wardrobe contains a mix of both daily essentials and special occasion outfits, along with a selection of accessories that you can mix and match with whichever clothing items you pull. <br />Well, the same should apply to the skincare products that you own too.</span></span></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you usually stick to the same products each and every day, then it’s time to make a change. Why? Because your skin’s needs are constantly changing - some days may see you waking up feeling quite dry and dehydrated, while other mornings could have you battling pimples, redness, or a variety of other skin concerns. Whichever it may be, those same products that you use each day aren’t going to be able to tackle all of these different issues.</span></span></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This is where a skincare wardrobe comes in. It basically involves you stocking up on a variety of skincare products, from essentials to specialized treatments, so that you can then pick and choose what to use on your skin each day, depending on how you feel and what your skin needs - just like your fashion wardrobe!</span></span></p><p style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Take Stock of What You’ve Got</b></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Before adding any new items to your skincare wardrobe, you’ll need to first take stock of what you’ve already got. Throw out or recycle any expired beauty products, and consider donating those that you know you’ll never use again.</span></span></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">After this, you can start to properly curate your new skincare wardrobe. While there’s no set number of products that you need to add to this, there are certain products that you should definitely include.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-f93bba67-7fff-eb8c-6184-7055a2417ccf"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Start With Two Cleansers</b></span></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKtjfjo-XwJf5UEGvLRRBXf7yaZTf8aoH-PjOuOaqNlcuidP4Ygm-ASRel4o_-YKeH1RWFUEjmgZGDx-FunGwNHh9W9wWLsr4J5wMrfC-LGDLBzTIuhMLEyexWVJPKQG_KSvTbeg/s521/Skincare+Wardrobe-1-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="391" data-original-width="521" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKtjfjo-XwJf5UEGvLRRBXf7yaZTf8aoH-PjOuOaqNlcuidP4Ygm-ASRel4o_-YKeH1RWFUEjmgZGDx-FunGwNHh9W9wWLsr4J5wMrfC-LGDLBzTIuhMLEyexWVJPKQG_KSvTbeg/w640-h480/Skincare+Wardrobe-1-2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Many would say that a cleanser is the most important step of any skincare routine, which is why you should ideally have two in your skincare wardrobe. The first should be an oil-based cleanser - this is what you need to remove makeup and excess sebum from your face. However, water-based cleansers are important too, as they really help to clear the pores out.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">Having one of each means that you can use the cleansers individually based on how your skin is feeling, or you could use them both for a deeper double cleanse. If you need some help picking out a new cleanser, head on over to </span><a href="https://www.pierremichelbeauty.com/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline;">https://www.pierremichelbeauty.com/</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"> for reviews, advice, and some of the best skincare products on the market.</span></div></span><p></p><p style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Add in Some Toners </b></span></span></p><p style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Some people skip the toner step completely, but a toner is a must-have for rebalancing your skin’s pH level after cleansing. Toners come in a variety of formulas - exfoliating toners are great for brightening, while hydrating toners are so useful for dry skin.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX2Yy5i-LrMYkQgQy5K-zFwGmcWPNml-I07RFo5_6fNPxukKbPVt-R5zhTHbUxgdjbOpL2w8PkL96WrbYcHjhq5h0CsR4xU0IPMhSppuu4Vmmt2wD3TK08dktw-Qr-0L0UdpFOqw/s391/Skincare+Wardrobe-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="391" data-original-width="391" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX2Yy5i-LrMYkQgQy5K-zFwGmcWPNml-I07RFo5_6fNPxukKbPVt-R5zhTHbUxgdjbOpL2w8PkL96WrbYcHjhq5h0CsR4xU0IPMhSppuu4Vmmt2wD3TK08dktw-Qr-0L0UdpFOqw/s16000/Skincare+Wardrobe-2.jpg" /></span></a></div><span style="text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Choose a Few Eye Serums and Creams</b></span></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">While face serums and creams can be used around the eyes, the skin in this area is extremely thin and delicate, meaning that products specifically designed for this area will always be more beneficial.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-8adc302f-7fff-0fb7-59bb-de75d649c78c"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Look for formulas that target different eye concerns. For example, an antioxidant-rich eye serum would be great for fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots, whereas a plumping, hydrating eye cream would help with dry, dull, and tired skin. Soothing and calming eye products are also useful for those mornings where you wake up with dark circles or puffy eyes.</span></span></span></p><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Invest in Face Serums</b></span></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can use up to three serums in a single skincare routine, so these are great products to invest in. Most serums will have a few key active ingredients, so pick a variety of different blends to ensure that every skin concern is covered.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-ae06c6d6-7fff-5a9d-81c7-f860b93da631"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Look for different serum consistencies too, as this makes them easier to layer. The general rule is that the lightest and thinnest serum is applied first, with the thickest applied last.</span></span></p><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Pick a Few Moisturizers</b></span></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">No matter your skin type, good moisturizers are a must. Try to include at least two in your skincare wardrobe - one lightweight lotion for warmer weather when your skin is oilier, and a thicker and richer formula for when your face feels dry.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b id="docs-internal-guid-60e1fef8-7fff-e399-6393-f6bbdab9b8f2" style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></b></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hydrating ingredients are important in a moisturizer, as are vitamins and antioxidants. It would also be wise to choose dedicated moisturizers for both day and night, since these contain the ingredients that your skin needs to support its varying functions at different times of the day.</span></span></p><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Don’t Forget About Sunscreen</b></span></span></div><p style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sunscreen is essential to protect your skin from premature aging, as well as from skin cancer. From mists to powders to creams, sunscreen formulas vary hugely - try to pick at least two different SPF products to add to your skincare wardrobe.</span></span></p><p style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Whichever you choose, SPF 30 is a minimum for sufficient protection.</span></span></p><p style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYlkPLFOTW1CLt-mT0oSRVUIVEG3IGdoDvDc89b5qOvWnLHxZWiW-kagzvWP7dlgDuMNFPQRe2e55Ka1LklbzABFQw5z2w4-IlfacQUx2vunT5Dbho-lQRcQ3nw4jI_c2pDQIDLw/s521/Skincare+Wardrobe-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="391" data-original-width="521" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYlkPLFOTW1CLt-mT0oSRVUIVEG3IGdoDvDc89b5qOvWnLHxZWiW-kagzvWP7dlgDuMNFPQRe2e55Ka1LklbzABFQw5z2w4-IlfacQUx2vunT5Dbho-lQRcQ3nw4jI_c2pDQIDLw/w640-h480/Skincare+Wardrobe-3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Treat Yourself to Some Extras</b></span></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">While the above are all essentials, there are </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">so </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">many other products out there that are worth adding to your skincare wardrobe. Your budget will likely be the deciding factor in how many you buy, but a few extras to consider are:</span></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Face mists </span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Face masks </span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chemical and physical exfoliants (for both face and body) </span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lip treatments </span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Face oils</span></span></p></li></ul><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Summary</b></span></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You probably already know that the “one size fits all” concept rarely works well in fashion, and it also fails to give your skin exactly what it needs. Building a comprehensive skincare wardrobe will allow you to easily customize your skincare routine each day, which will keep your skin looking and feeling its very best.</span></span></p>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-70776134472335687122021-04-19T09:30:00.001-05:002021-04-19T09:40:56.932-05:00McCall's 8175<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtMKqIguvMyFD-alcxiJVAnc6yOurcAoAEhrrY9fzaIknv_W0DH8bnUfh_Vmn5ZuokgaVrWv9BALRYZ-gvXoAaaWTW3zO0wnjY8rt4-h30hin6K-FgSO2TO1qLuxSl1XcC0IS1pg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtMKqIguvMyFD-alcxiJVAnc6yOurcAoAEhrrY9fzaIknv_W0DH8bnUfh_Vmn5ZuokgaVrWv9BALRYZ-gvXoAaaWTW3zO0wnjY8rt4-h30hin6K-FgSO2TO1qLuxSl1XcC0IS1pg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" title="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This season, cutouts are the newest unapologetic, body-positive trend that I'm no stranger to:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdapq1W2Y_7yPIe2Q0XZEo4VxzYNp5CDdOqyUk6hyphenhyphen1-4olXr7y0iwIB4gdTANkhWrY0H1E7yALMtJ2U7k3KEjQAQ467Mu2qLi_aVEih1SsoN8hYejKqU9fSnP8H_ZppOXYatoquw/s2048/McCall%2527s+7866+%2528Modified%2529+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 7866 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdapq1W2Y_7yPIe2Q0XZEo4VxzYNp5CDdOqyUk6hyphenhyphen1-4olXr7y0iwIB4gdTANkhWrY0H1E7yALMtJ2U7k3KEjQAQ467Mu2qLi_aVEih1SsoN8hYejKqU9fSnP8H_ZppOXYatoquw/s16000/McCall%2527s+7866+%2528Modified%2529+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" title="McCall's 7866 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.ericabunker.com/2021/02/mccalls-7866-modified.html" target="_blank">McCall's 7866 (Modified)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggxKkilT5nmvFj0fIjh0pR6XH0r1jjbVvzJ6kKG-UkfY9X0OV6s7rc2iNKMCASEzZIkoPBPYixT95KmVWri9Fo7kbTcHW1spyat7Kzbr7yK-2rqGkW2BUL48lV7RBKNKIjdEXWPw/s1600/April+20-9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mint Green with Cutouts - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1066" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggxKkilT5nmvFj0fIjh0pR6XH0r1jjbVvzJ6kKG-UkfY9X0OV6s7rc2iNKMCASEzZIkoPBPYixT95KmVWri9Fo7kbTcHW1spyat7Kzbr7yK-2rqGkW2BUL48lV7RBKNKIjdEXWPw/s16000/April+20-9.jpg" title="Mint Green with Cutouts - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.ericabunker.com/2014/04/mint-green-and-cutouts.html" target="_blank">Mint Green with Cutouts</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7Y4ByPv0VWMRAEmsXVHU_hCr21Cm-oL5wghC7JJwY3SrXySqO4ABFXnXu4db2kNR4qp23iqEeNIm-clPCmEml2lPHndaFrbt8kStCuvbxdcGil7V6l4eYMCne7Bfd9m6udRRVEQ/s1600/McCall%2527s+6348.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 6348 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7Y4ByPv0VWMRAEmsXVHU_hCr21Cm-oL5wghC7JJwY3SrXySqO4ABFXnXu4db2kNR4qp23iqEeNIm-clPCmEml2lPHndaFrbt8kStCuvbxdcGil7V6l4eYMCne7Bfd9m6udRRVEQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+6348.jpg" title="McCall's 6348 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.ericabunker.com/2014/06/what-im-wearing-cutouts-and-florals.html" target="_blank">McCall's 6348</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7OoMwsBi60muJv3rSo1-llOeOuCoISp4QUz6hPmP_xnBHXyDOy-ncuK8UDG2l0lAPlaF_RGd6wIvFDCp6rD4wxxhF0et9cn6UnnD0zcRHhIjiTMd6fZB3o-dGfiCCCfGQ4yohuA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1537" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7OoMwsBi60muJv3rSo1-llOeOuCoISp4QUz6hPmP_xnBHXyDOy-ncuK8UDG2l0lAPlaF_RGd6wIvFDCp6rD4wxxhF0et9cn6UnnD0zcRHhIjiTMd6fZB3o-dGfiCCCfGQ4yohuA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-9.jpg" title="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This dress is <b><a href="https://somethingdelightful.com/m8175" target="_blank">McCall's 8175, #VanessaMcCalls</a></b>. I cut view A/B. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIKp31fSPhRUCJaE9yOH9f0E6mH_RcAxq6oya8wtktBwqSjwcyhv5Cl3Pe2sgHMdGFa7CXp-owQH41GzdysAIXKip4e4dCmv3JoZs2B0g-1QCuQd0qUJla-WUY4UfNl8I0RJKOJQ/s1800/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1199" data-original-width="1800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIKp31fSPhRUCJaE9yOH9f0E6mH_RcAxq6oya8wtktBwqSjwcyhv5Cl3Pe2sgHMdGFa7CXp-owQH41GzdysAIXKip4e4dCmv3JoZs2B0g-1QCuQd0qUJla-WUY4UfNl8I0RJKOJQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.jpg" title="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div>My fabric is <a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/50550-3631-zs1311p-print-scuba" target="_blank"><b>ZS1311P Print Scuba</b> in <b>Navy/Merlot</b> from <b>Zelouf Fabrics</b></a>. I love the colors of this fabric and I love the drape.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGC8vJqv9T0ZfaaB2wvDkLAceT-scl9JuEEBAYEHAzMoIn-G8gdvwwrXaD1Nt0nLhOxSePT56BnI8LNtoiAHwAPrwjBo9mEW6_8a2L9TQNAvKPwyg9G1NbAFMhZafBL-0kzFSxLA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1535" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGC8vJqv9T0ZfaaB2wvDkLAceT-scl9JuEEBAYEHAzMoIn-G8gdvwwrXaD1Nt0nLhOxSePT56BnI8LNtoiAHwAPrwjBo9mEW6_8a2L9TQNAvKPwyg9G1NbAFMhZafBL-0kzFSxLA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-6.jpg" title="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div>The first alteration I knew I had to make was a full bust adjustment. I don't like when a bodice like this has no shaping, so I added darts.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiOfheE1wHMdh-E9BLEFmpM9D81wudMjYs0M3-EFeGwrIKosaH9KAhQXyMyN-QGAmrJE83GpHeV225xEJ6e8CZKAvPwmkPGvFVUI5Re3LPYMkOGaaMYIN6TWjmm2iTDE7vd_AJVw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiOfheE1wHMdh-E9BLEFmpM9D81wudMjYs0M3-EFeGwrIKosaH9KAhQXyMyN-QGAmrJE83GpHeV225xEJ6e8CZKAvPwmkPGvFVUI5Re3LPYMkOGaaMYIN6TWjmm2iTDE7vd_AJVw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-13.jpg" title="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div>This is what my FBA looks like.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMHT4cWYuBS7milyOE_jlgEWrrhjuYie-psc7g1-9oNnOnYJY2YiVMGF73xkYTu1Yj6I8vmf-c4JpU_5pHFO1vGK6Pg2GOnG8EVVQQMcBjRGQtEtu42Uj5w9To2j_Vv2ePpSWnig/s2048/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMHT4cWYuBS7milyOE_jlgEWrrhjuYie-psc7g1-9oNnOnYJY2YiVMGF73xkYTu1Yj6I8vmf-c4JpU_5pHFO1vGK6Pg2GOnG8EVVQQMcBjRGQtEtu42Uj5w9To2j_Vv2ePpSWnig/s16000/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" title="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I'd typically have to do a sway back adjustment. But since the back is open, There were other ways to refine the fit. I had to take the skirt in at the sides to make sure it sat at the natural waist. And I the bodice didn't fit as close to the body as I liked, so I added elastic to the edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2veFjpoa6gIhPVogUpRovyy2FJjU-VOWvcKn28wLXxFMSPk5yx0H6vFw_xrwrGWZDSKG3-tBfTdpRM6oKaWK_gfTccoCkKbpGXfBUHDnZMCVTivGjhxgEDwkrWA7W5FEj4k1LVw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2veFjpoa6gIhPVogUpRovyy2FJjU-VOWvcKn28wLXxFMSPk5yx0H6vFw_xrwrGWZDSKG3-tBfTdpRM6oKaWK_gfTccoCkKbpGXfBUHDnZMCVTivGjhxgEDwkrWA7W5FEj4k1LVw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-14.jpg" title="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div>This was an afterthought alteration. It's not the neatest... but it was so necessary for a good fit on me. And the bodice is fully-lined.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3pmX8yww8nBV4G7nzc3Q-8eCg5LuQJEjqJsnrIZnsOl-3on48fJuskpGcymG1jYbaOSfr3amiT1N7q-m_eJI3677u6fpzVhr1gnNNywgZTSgC8VyA7PEA6Je54ZDvc-j1EMT6-g/s2048/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3pmX8yww8nBV4G7nzc3Q-8eCg5LuQJEjqJsnrIZnsOl-3on48fJuskpGcymG1jYbaOSfr3amiT1N7q-m_eJI3677u6fpzVhr1gnNNywgZTSgC8VyA7PEA6Je54ZDvc-j1EMT6-g/s16000/McCall%2527s+8175+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" title="McCall's 8175 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div>I love this dress so much. The vibrant colors make me feel so happy and I know I'll enjoy wearing it.Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-54609580625588415682021-04-12T11:00:00.001-05:002021-04-12T11:28:38.378-05:00Simplicity 9010!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrcxQFwOTslwydVZQv5BZylZyflNTlElTD1dlfmAuq8zOIPKGX7qCBEMgkNO6S1YaK5jg7j_L0S7yAhq-1tSoywNcO5qbQ3AQljhLn4AlYYlpDrTjKnD1oDu756k8Ouf7QWyP_8w/s2048/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrcxQFwOTslwydVZQv5BZylZyflNTlElTD1dlfmAuq8zOIPKGX7qCBEMgkNO6S1YaK5jg7j_L0S7yAhq-1tSoywNcO5qbQ3AQljhLn4AlYYlpDrTjKnD1oDu756k8Ouf7QWyP_8w/s16000/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-12.jpg" title="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This is a dress that I've had laying around to sew for months. It was so easy and quick, I don't know what took me so long.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPCRA7_o89ot_I_8u938AI9VQWQcLoW-q98j0qQOTf86_nhBfkIpx-Js880cNjdSsQMwkcEZW4YQYjZEXVHrOguj77ULK6WuSz202IXY-hez3f_Ev5nzRl_YX4uYiJSiXuZXEd0Q/s1800/IMG_5371.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPCRA7_o89ot_I_8u938AI9VQWQcLoW-q98j0qQOTf86_nhBfkIpx-Js880cNjdSsQMwkcEZW4YQYjZEXVHrOguj77ULK6WuSz202IXY-hez3f_Ev5nzRl_YX4uYiJSiXuZXEd0Q/s16000/IMG_5371.PNG" title="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>The pattern is <b><a href="https://www.simplicity.com/simplicity-storefront-catalog/patterns/brands/simplicity-sewing-pattern-s9010-misses-dresses-with-length-variation/" target="_blank">Simplicity 9010</a></b> and I made view C. I cut a size 16 and made my normal alterations and adjustments.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXb1SW08nTkw8pi7z4SAnLcHFusTqKfIEK-5_H9THrOYNoU0WtLjgKQ-YcYxnESCQNnRUOix_GpGN3G_eacE4RB12v-Dmwp02xnP6P7xjPOzhHRwGiaTa53nTG3DZfKpdyFrxa2w/s2048/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXb1SW08nTkw8pi7z4SAnLcHFusTqKfIEK-5_H9THrOYNoU0WtLjgKQ-YcYxnESCQNnRUOix_GpGN3G_eacE4RB12v-Dmwp02xnP6P7xjPOzhHRwGiaTa53nTG3DZfKpdyFrxa2w/s16000/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-8.jpg" title="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made a one inch sway back adjustment; 2" full seat adjustment and I added 3" of length.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-yNuRS8moXYJXESc1rIFb0d4_5BcWBnN8sgcudYIldex0aeh1yLd5YmUkcpGp6KiDdSGRKuf97vT5e4YscSSCMOb2RxuhrIg0uyQxGxdt7OPGWNgS2zJk21V3d7J3OlbSQjuZpw/s2048/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-yNuRS8moXYJXESc1rIFb0d4_5BcWBnN8sgcudYIldex0aeh1yLd5YmUkcpGp6KiDdSGRKuf97vT5e4YscSSCMOb2RxuhrIg0uyQxGxdt7OPGWNgS2zJk21V3d7J3OlbSQjuZpw/s16000/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-5.jpg" title="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw8tTMsaujAtCTyKZcsjxpnnW-_R6a9qx6IeZ41AaZLv2HKlGBkyMvCdGeceHI0FzqNm9ebW8wyW2MNe7qcku8ZYSnSckA7wJsN_IbfILUEUB2R261UE_GiIckjrlaHWGPYRKsfQ/s2048/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw8tTMsaujAtCTyKZcsjxpnnW-_R6a9qx6IeZ41AaZLv2HKlGBkyMvCdGeceHI0FzqNm9ebW8wyW2MNe7qcku8ZYSnSckA7wJsN_IbfILUEUB2R261UE_GiIckjrlaHWGPYRKsfQ/s16000/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-6.jpg" title="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I constructed the dress with French seams and narrow hems instead of bias binding.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGFj0_EgiwuWhzY0OwSqWFJRQOuh8jpRPx4-1Ovm0OhhTNI9JfB4-3KzMdPaNP0FkAbVeVNPLG2LG3ZMleRBNs-k3teSn6kgPgwLWDd7YmVM6ge3nqYkELK0BF7Bq35BlnIhFhjw/s2048/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGFj0_EgiwuWhzY0OwSqWFJRQOuh8jpRPx4-1Ovm0OhhTNI9JfB4-3KzMdPaNP0FkAbVeVNPLG2LG3ZMleRBNs-k3teSn6kgPgwLWDd7YmVM6ge3nqYkELK0BF7Bq35BlnIhFhjw/s16000/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-3.jpg" title="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiii0y6GbKoNEjw0Gt9igzuAGK2TUzyL-J5Zw78swNJCI_kGm4Q8K6zGS8ekF8K7Y58KVgoLnNdtCv68NNRa5QRdAE0kGuRYByZ3R5Zf7LJBQBjyOi_rr6FaNFU5S4w4ioejXFGgQ/s2048/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-16.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiii0y6GbKoNEjw0Gt9igzuAGK2TUzyL-J5Zw78swNJCI_kGm4Q8K6zGS8ekF8K7Y58KVgoLnNdtCv68NNRa5QRdAE0kGuRYByZ3R5Zf7LJBQBjyOi_rr6FaNFU5S4w4ioejXFGgQ/s16000/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-16.jpg" title="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I like the version with the ties. It makes for a perfect day dress. You can actually be comfortable moving around and doing daily things while wear it without fear of having it slide off your shoulders. And I tacked the back where the centers meet. It's perfectly bra-friendly.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEFiXE8txvwbbKN2b8DnwkdvHES1Zug1Y8nvDxqA7vc1QttcDO4IzJPV6yIcogRTmwLGxmoHmjlRZg5SwAU9tKEPYgV177KyCm8PyDs8yAfrwz_k5xXerZBhP_27HKe0z3QB_7Ng/s2048/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEFiXE8txvwbbKN2b8DnwkdvHES1Zug1Y8nvDxqA7vc1QttcDO4IzJPV6yIcogRTmwLGxmoHmjlRZg5SwAU9tKEPYgV177KyCm8PyDs8yAfrwz_k5xXerZBhP_27HKe0z3QB_7Ng/s16000/Simplicity+9010+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style-10.jpg" title="Simplicity 9010 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>This dress is so cute and I just love it. I hope I get around to making at least another color. This one will no doubt be a spring/summer staple.<br /><div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><br /></div></div></div></div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-28555905461829562172021-04-06T20:30:00.005-05:002021-04-06T20:52:33.427-05:00Minimal! Rib Knit Maxi Dress!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1NKe80mLwCezfM4z706abapaCSKnOCHDPW8wXAsIVFQIKlMlHisia4vW236bVRO3Du79tZlylJ6NSkwrNlEckWYnkXD3AnX1lRlFx4O8aXCbrnigGBSZuyh9yYAVwZzQMJZa_2w/s2048/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1NKe80mLwCezfM4z706abapaCSKnOCHDPW8wXAsIVFQIKlMlHisia4vW236bVRO3Du79tZlylJ6NSkwrNlEckWYnkXD3AnX1lRlFx4O8aXCbrnigGBSZuyh9yYAVwZzQMJZa_2w/s16000/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-9.jpg" title="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">As much as I like fancy, heavy-duty fashionable piece, I love minimal everyday pieces. A true stylish wardrobe consist of pieces that work in every aspect of your lifestyle. This includes "throw-on-and-go" dresses that work with a variety of shoes and outerwear toppers. And this dress fits that bill. This is season is all about clingy, stretch, second-skin dressing. After a year of being in pajamas and yoga pants, I think most of us want something with the same effect, but a little more on the polished side.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmppoHG5zSR5Y7DOKnNL7meHOEyuPa8A1TBy5rquWOJ82Jh70apEQUFLLyOW5FSS0sTCBYIMtO0kDzOc4zMpykR4myIHo-XiTYsKNvQ80mid3RPjTMHKKux72quUDeyQw9WyfRtw/s1800/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmppoHG5zSR5Y7DOKnNL7meHOEyuPa8A1TBy5rquWOJ82Jh70apEQUFLLyOW5FSS0sTCBYIMtO0kDzOc4zMpykR4myIHo-XiTYsKNvQ80mid3RPjTMHKKux72quUDeyQw9WyfRtw/s16000/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics.PNG" title="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div>The dress is <b><a href="https://www.simplicity.com/simplicity-storefront-catalog/patterns/brands/new-look/new-look-pattern-6210-misses-knit-dress-in-two-lengths/" target="_blank">New Look 6210</a></b>. And the fabric is <a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/26089-kristin-cut-sew-sweater-knit?_pos=1&_sid=c7966d177&_ss=r&variant=33366409019480" target="_blank"><b>Kristen Cut Sew Sweater Knit</b> from <b>Zelouf Fabrics</b></a> in ivory.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6a84X7xixOSpdNhmuaFZxNsFzq2B58K4oYsSacGpW87lyAf57UpXIIFSaEoV4a8p9pvMeF4wlYNZRlgr1M_axxAjnJHDty-ECtJ7EraUNd_rN-1P16j0bRdjw58wPbm97l6wrvQ/s2048/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6a84X7xixOSpdNhmuaFZxNsFzq2B58K4oYsSacGpW87lyAf57UpXIIFSaEoV4a8p9pvMeF4wlYNZRlgr1M_axxAjnJHDty-ECtJ7EraUNd_rN-1P16j0bRdjw58wPbm97l6wrvQ/s16000/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.jpg" title="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">First things first, the adjustments. I cut the size 16 and made my standard 1" FBA. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-zRI220ZR95BDJ4k7Te8YfG0IQh5JJEuEhHD4YPqcVWaJt9B2dZFue9uLOQ3kfdgez9MkQm3WcNo89MGxjh6orNYibVF3UE2Ngd8nJ-4CE-sQekBjKWpvPHHEFY0mwV6uoH_cKw/s2048/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-11.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-zRI220ZR95BDJ4k7Te8YfG0IQh5JJEuEhHD4YPqcVWaJt9B2dZFue9uLOQ3kfdgez9MkQm3WcNo89MGxjh6orNYibVF3UE2Ngd8nJ-4CE-sQekBjKWpvPHHEFY0mwV6uoH_cKw/s16000/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-11.jpg" title="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Pardon my wrinkles... sometimes I sit. I also made 1" swayback adjustment and a 2" full seat adjustment. A center back seam is the miracle that makes all of this possible.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjizCrxrgzHhmbJjhtgMmI7YxGld1ryqjbu_Oz7z3JwmDFB5NiDgR8oBMc01wz2cd0MB73qHfHRH31qci2c2DPtQ-cjbwa0zS400DJoliQF_8dX6tdt7U4T4rDtbv5nSkU-pV8eg/s2048/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjizCrxrgzHhmbJjhtgMmI7YxGld1ryqjbu_Oz7z3JwmDFB5NiDgR8oBMc01wz2cd0MB73qHfHRH31qci2c2DPtQ-cjbwa0zS400DJoliQF_8dX6tdt7U4T4rDtbv5nSkU-pV8eg/s16000/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" title="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOf_qYTwJWVzA1Atl4c0Od-cOV45FMmM21rGO-Eu0ZnUulOAZe9v6-3Y-h5gRl6nbu4DUBwNUZv1a1VfzhaY09xV0p8BznK61BvZbJDUKCTZPwywi8prr4eql28dwx-jAhgwBeZA/s2048/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOf_qYTwJWVzA1Atl4c0Od-cOV45FMmM21rGO-Eu0ZnUulOAZe9v6-3Y-h5gRl6nbu4DUBwNUZv1a1VfzhaY09xV0p8BznK61BvZbJDUKCTZPwywi8prr4eql28dwx-jAhgwBeZA/s16000/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" title="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I sewed this using my walking foot on my <b><a href="https://www.janome.com/machines/embroidery/qm-mc15000/" target="_blank">Janome Horizon Memory Craft 15000</a></b>. I set my stitch to zig zag 1.5mm wide x 2.5mm long. I used a ballpoint needle. And I finished my seams with my <b><a href="https://www.janome.com/machines/sergers/at2000d/" target="_blank">Janome AirThread 2000D Serger</a></b>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgIhkoJU2R9H704sH_OawakGxkCZ26r4py-TL83KgGZrnr-1Vllsw20L7AP4N38X6Kxxe1U51bHH0kF_R6hyphenhyphenotEDicR9Eh7uWTWvCX23rGoDkLKCYYbrWcWPtjEYEpJfkTV1ZXKw/s2048/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgIhkoJU2R9H704sH_OawakGxkCZ26r4py-TL83KgGZrnr-1Vllsw20L7AP4N38X6Kxxe1U51bHH0kF_R6hyphenhyphenotEDicR9Eh7uWTWvCX23rGoDkLKCYYbrWcWPtjEYEpJfkTV1ZXKw/s16000/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-10.jpg" title="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Since I'm probably taller than the average pattern model, I decided to raise my side slit by 2". </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9UVdJtyL42SZX0qVzTtREOZ2m7r0cwrw-nSVNkazQk2Dwo59kLPf2rmkP0hFGaqrjBgPc_9VHZ9OOcIm3PLhhmTxZwgo7uv7Na5j2hnM1yjFD3xvEHWDhnyNqYPs9XehrAmu3zg/s2048/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9UVdJtyL42SZX0qVzTtREOZ2m7r0cwrw-nSVNkazQk2Dwo59kLPf2rmkP0hFGaqrjBgPc_9VHZ9OOcIm3PLhhmTxZwgo7uv7Na5j2hnM1yjFD3xvEHWDhnyNqYPs9XehrAmu3zg/s16000/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" title="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I finished the slit hems with a 5/8" hem. And I hemmed the garment at 1.5".</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNXayO_bfcgi2Yj8ManXPDiUp969hyphenhyphenr962vt7_Rq6XwTQbTIPU8DnqldMiCYAdzIbCEbwen2WfQTuX4yJdG2VbzkNPaxojeYRaMcmpP2EZpNnFCBHSD_JCmNOIWTQZTtTG-ivRIA/s2048/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNXayO_bfcgi2Yj8ManXPDiUp969hyphenhyphenr962vt7_Rq6XwTQbTIPU8DnqldMiCYAdzIbCEbwen2WfQTuX4yJdG2VbzkNPaxojeYRaMcmpP2EZpNnFCBHSD_JCmNOIWTQZTtTG-ivRIA/s16000/New+Look+6210+-+Rib+Knit+Maxi+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-8.jpg" title="New Look 6210 - Rib Knit Maxi Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I love this dress so much. It's such a quick and easy sew that I see myself wearing multiple versions of this dress for the rest of hot weather season.</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-59880671517080298412021-03-20T11:00:00.006-05:002021-03-20T11:02:04.904-05:00Champagne Lurex Suit!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9YTtkIgMsaPXc0sOx1JXjUYRCZyelPKXklUOcPlsfhqCL_X2Q231aEs8bN7h0yB6Y0Ktzp53ojITATEHVv2Anfkg-x4paMXEDIVdJv4YsFVmEsSAlXpPrpxXGexHl5AHSgdEvZA/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9YTtkIgMsaPXc0sOx1JXjUYRCZyelPKXklUOcPlsfhqCL_X2Q231aEs8bN7h0yB6Y0Ktzp53ojITATEHVv2Anfkg-x4paMXEDIVdJv4YsFVmEsSAlXpPrpxXGexHl5AHSgdEvZA/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-9.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I'm having an absolute blast with my new relationship with <b><a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/" target="_blank">Zelouf Fabrics</a></b>! I love having the opportunity to work with fabrics I've never seen before and being able to stretch my creativity. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRdxtWqnNg2hEzM1iridFUHr-L5AZWIavLWeFVfzZy69gOq2dtu_YoFLlSvUi5vBd91k0BrddGOiojFKISKzT9zo9dB6xjOUQs5HFWiMPk3j0zpVgZ0oPj4iCXQR0x8CPwKT3TwQ/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRdxtWqnNg2hEzM1iridFUHr-L5AZWIavLWeFVfzZy69gOq2dtu_YoFLlSvUi5vBd91k0BrddGOiojFKISKzT9zo9dB6xjOUQs5HFWiMPk3j0zpVgZ0oPj4iCXQR0x8CPwKT3TwQ/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This fabric is <b><a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/25638-lexi-lurex-mesh-bonded-knit?variant=33004920242264" target="_blank">Lexi Lurex Mesh Bonded Knit</a></b>. I used the Champagne color. That particular color only has a few yards left, but there are other wonderful colors to choose from. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPWgt8L5X5_R5kXHe3Os1r3jpfO9-u-xGVxL_tnke5pC_w0knAYoJ9b0QjXh1lX73Fd5aMzZ1Xpw1asIeYNfgkZ_u_sTy9jvA2kA7HY1bCy8xUjr9tZDF6ftVWxZ8-niIYbnLZMQ/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPWgt8L5X5_R5kXHe3Os1r3jpfO9-u-xGVxL_tnke5pC_w0knAYoJ9b0QjXh1lX73Fd5aMzZ1Xpw1asIeYNfgkZ_u_sTy9jvA2kA7HY1bCy8xUjr9tZDF6ftVWxZ8-niIYbnLZMQ/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">When I ordered this fabric, I knew I wanted to make a suit... it just screamed suit to me. <b><a href="https://somethingdelightful.com/v1716" target="_blank">Vogue 1716</a></b> was my original choice. But I wasn't sure how well this fabric would tailor and that jacket has welt pockets with flaps.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFXPFdw_buLW8T7PxudjvE2l4t5QVPeq-YZy2iOuuN7tIrxIMNFn8a9ho4NbRQ07h0lsC-DK-iP7WG3zd-DljTMpCyRXJXs9iP3dON-mo4pj1cH7wo13SiVmC9MQXuk9YFoFZRIw/s433/Butterick-5428.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Butterick 5428" border="0" data-original-height="433" data-original-width="325" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFXPFdw_buLW8T7PxudjvE2l4t5QVPeq-YZy2iOuuN7tIrxIMNFn8a9ho4NbRQ07h0lsC-DK-iP7WG3zd-DljTMpCyRXJXs9iP3dON-mo4pj1cH7wo13SiVmC9MQXuk9YFoFZRIw/w480-h640/Butterick-5428.jpg" title="Butterick 5428" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I reached way back in my stash and pulled Butterick 5428 (it's long out of print). I've been wanting to make that jacket for years. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQFJU75xK23eD-7qC56rpLKDn1FYUQInh0VMHPDrMqOZhLbTM3-nsrDs2YsdmiM-CazyfijnJz3HZ0zJ84vHl54FA3zlMy0rt3MZ2DVUrLrwLB_RBc9B__kZQTXZJb0cbHAci3Tg/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQFJU75xK23eD-7qC56rpLKDn1FYUQInh0VMHPDrMqOZhLbTM3-nsrDs2YsdmiM-CazyfijnJz3HZ0zJ84vHl54FA3zlMy0rt3MZ2DVUrLrwLB_RBc9B__kZQTXZJb0cbHAci3Tg/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-6.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I lengthened this jacket by 7" at the waist and just added width to the bottom. I hated where the jacket would've hit had I not made that alteration.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSAsb6AOsRTylq5agloPK_zHeJII-9zc1R7hQO5YfwgbLOF2p-YCJd3Kx3hhm-yK1FWlV1uR6kBg03zHav8kyedGfb69oOa670o0gX_FMR75NB9YPWEX-2lykeo9rbW6KWEzsnKw/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSAsb6AOsRTylq5agloPK_zHeJII-9zc1R7hQO5YfwgbLOF2p-YCJd3Kx3hhm-yK1FWlV1uR6kBg03zHav8kyedGfb69oOa670o0gX_FMR75NB9YPWEX-2lykeo9rbW6KWEzsnKw/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-7.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Longer jackets just look better on me instead of one that sits right on top of the hips.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLwv4HZCT402nMTP1a1Zu0rP8B56WC4hdXNvCtydyb6iq1LtGCupmeOm1KuxuHKvr5dRH-Ibm76N6Nove2ZDKqsI3No4ZKu0hO5c3x73efsOISIrz_ruc_39lxoTgJ7ZOqrHozfA/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLwv4HZCT402nMTP1a1Zu0rP8B56WC4hdXNvCtydyb6iq1LtGCupmeOm1KuxuHKvr5dRH-Ibm76N6Nove2ZDKqsI3No4ZKu0hO5c3x73efsOISIrz_ruc_39lxoTgJ7ZOqrHozfA/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-12.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I interfaced the under collar and the facings. Normally, I would interface the entire body of a jacket with a lightweight interfacing. But I wanted this jacket to feel more drapey and I really wanted to play off of the beautiful pleated detail.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw7Kk9urBe6SDw5H2TYu5gB8qzHDKOTm4-K9jkraunn4LYmvOwPWzWC6qox_SRU7TD_uyvV5W8fSOuTVpF4WRmaSJhCULyez125TWztcxjh_bitj-6X2Ajf1FbZ86JXjcScXT_kQ/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw7Kk9urBe6SDw5H2TYu5gB8qzHDKOTm4-K9jkraunn4LYmvOwPWzWC6qox_SRU7TD_uyvV5W8fSOuTVpF4WRmaSJhCULyez125TWztcxjh_bitj-6X2Ajf1FbZ86JXjcScXT_kQ/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I love a jacket that has back princess seams. Makes altering so easy. I made my usual swayback adjustment. The only thing I wish I had done was create a back vent. I didn't think about until I was actually at a point of trying it on.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7NYQuGtYpvwxvP70CxbFWY8gsWlaPmibAVTqf9bkPM4Kkxs8NVcB__4NbLCjJzY-gTE3VSKfhKz9ISu7ie73CnkoPiW5awkXWB4KedtpY3sCxcQleLyn4PstXwvTTX6TIRpUgiA/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7NYQuGtYpvwxvP70CxbFWY8gsWlaPmibAVTqf9bkPM4Kkxs8NVcB__4NbLCjJzY-gTE3VSKfhKz9ISu7ie73CnkoPiW5awkXWB4KedtpY3sCxcQleLyn4PstXwvTTX6TIRpUgiA/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-3.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I used extra large coat hook and eyes for my closure. On the pattern, it instructed for a bow to be made and handstitched onto the right side of the jacket at the waist. I tried it that way and it looked pretty silly. It would never hang straight and stay that way. So, I just took that piece and cut it in half and sewed it to each side of the front to just make a tie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihjJbm76Bbrdbp_6nich_kSQgzJImcFmfHtVqTFlRJP9yipvKlEz8kpGza0fYte_fbOpw7xow5SJamGS1uD3QQLp90TjbKLZUm__u5kkXBSYDy43zdBgkHyWeYGPa3dMqNWkcaCw/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihjJbm76Bbrdbp_6nich_kSQgzJImcFmfHtVqTFlRJP9yipvKlEz8kpGza0fYte_fbOpw7xow5SJamGS1uD3QQLp90TjbKLZUm__u5kkXBSYDy43zdBgkHyWeYGPa3dMqNWkcaCw/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-11.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnUJ-uCxBP3tuPibb_VsZxJR0dUj91l5QucttgMrcO4dq9o-Cptt_mkSeT8tkhhlTM3dO0FDD0qRgNw33j1k_gEI962egZ4B4v3n22VEEL6hyI21yX0GE0Qh4J401ZFp2mPiDXUQ/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnUJ-uCxBP3tuPibb_VsZxJR0dUj91l5QucttgMrcO4dq9o-Cptt_mkSeT8tkhhlTM3dO0FDD0qRgNw33j1k_gEI962egZ4B4v3n22VEEL6hyI21yX0GE0Qh4J401ZFp2mPiDXUQ/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-13.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div>The jacket is fully-lined and I used a pale pink lining that I had in my stash.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr-25hCNAHjlZBfnXFkXy58GM3YOfMP3mH17yyUlzttgQziw4DKPdJJGrWQjeCcj859Z4LdcT0k2A2M4PFdD9f-VRXFV3RQLrRh7zV4AMppT5aSp-3xBOx9ZMHR-JwSJm0IiOGhQ/s1821/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="1821" data-original-width="1366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr-25hCNAHjlZBfnXFkXy58GM3YOfMP3mH17yyUlzttgQziw4DKPdJJGrWQjeCcj859Z4LdcT0k2A2M4PFdD9f-VRXFV3RQLrRh7zV4AMppT5aSp-3xBOx9ZMHR-JwSJm0IiOGhQ/s16000/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I wanted a plain pair of wide legged pants, because the jacket is clearly the star of this show. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmDrsVLTc5CQJsIgUd5XmKFQVF17AoAFnf_fJTKdlQWcR811t6Dqd4NRk55kJadlOQQyijWRi6wk7avpzOz9APq9lRs4ObCaImxkhN13owsTf09qaUL730rBChKVSwRhnmYdke3A/s656/McCall%2527s-7443.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 7443" border="0" data-original-height="656" data-original-width="492" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmDrsVLTc5CQJsIgUd5XmKFQVF17AoAFnf_fJTKdlQWcR811t6Dqd4NRk55kJadlOQQyijWRi6wk7avpzOz9APq9lRs4ObCaImxkhN13owsTf09qaUL730rBChKVSwRhnmYdke3A/w480-h640/McCall%2527s-7443.jpg" title="McCall's 7443" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I used McCall's 7443 (currently out of print). The pants are plain front with back darts and a side zipper. I was surprised at how short they're drafted. I had to add 6" of length and I should've gone longer than that. The pattern is drafted with a 2" hem allowance. I could only do a 5/8" so that they would be long enough to wear with heels.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkxtX3cgA7e1gBjynKuOvXV6bORY7tDmxyulDtUYn8_WOu-q0wRyUKKRAnzRHMxpANHBdSX7cEB4o8hxjJzpEF9R2YHfG58csLanELdhDDld3Exf3yruIM58-IlUSohmuXsdY4jg/s2048/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkxtX3cgA7e1gBjynKuOvXV6bORY7tDmxyulDtUYn8_WOu-q0wRyUKKRAnzRHMxpANHBdSX7cEB4o8hxjJzpEF9R2YHfG58csLanELdhDDld3Exf3yruIM58-IlUSohmuXsdY4jg/w480-h640/Lurex+Suit+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-8.jpg" title="Lurex Suit - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I think a natural reaction to a fabric like this is to make a dress or a skirt. I've been trying to be more proactive in thinking outside of my sewing box. And I'm glad I did, because I love the way this turned out.</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-82554354236317652032021-03-08T07:00:00.004-06:002021-03-08T07:05:21.932-06:00Simplicity 9114 in Floral Embroidered Sequin!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsrY3A9qmCHWy7C0gIUaa4STnEELnXJA1D1tSS0gLR3lcTNSBngLaNl-ypsARELcVONozNFjgoCU4oqNTWW7wFRUJUk2e2e57-rAQ3rcc7lNNjTssJt1mAexAjqiVeuwSZrbQHVw/s2048/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsrY3A9qmCHWy7C0gIUaa4STnEELnXJA1D1tSS0gLR3lcTNSBngLaNl-ypsARELcVONozNFjgoCU4oqNTWW7wFRUJUk2e2e57-rAQ3rcc7lNNjTssJt1mAexAjqiVeuwSZrbQHVw/s16000/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" title="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This was such a fun dress to sew. It's one of those pieces that you can't wait to be done with because you know it's going to be so fabulous. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm-zqNx_IA3vspXF3EDxQyiwU7u0kdB2YH7xHiEF1CF5DKLKTKwHw0jzV227c16hfb2qSoet6gLPOnjhmoQz-mrtpsXOpLhRBB-37qi_kiczfIm3r7XhnXuzxT58yX_EPS46gEDg/s2048/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm-zqNx_IA3vspXF3EDxQyiwU7u0kdB2YH7xHiEF1CF5DKLKTKwHw0jzV227c16hfb2qSoet6gLPOnjhmoQz-mrtpsXOpLhRBB-37qi_kiczfIm3r7XhnXuzxT58yX_EPS46gEDg/s16000/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-8.jpg" title="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The pattern is <b><a href="https://www.simplicity.com/simplicity-storefront-catalog/patterns/brands/simplicity-sewing-pattern-s9114-misses-dress-top--pants/" target="_blank">Simplicity 9114</a></b> and my fabric is <b><a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/25714-aisha-all-over-sequin-floral-embroidery-mesh" target="_blank">Aisha All Over Sequin Floral Embroidery Mesh</a></b>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5DQIjY6jLi-fTbezKoMCyudPi-LP6KvCLAo_o80IQSIpfEsHc9sJT4AATo3i49NrzY11Wq78W99rV6xQotlHUcr8FuuRasBe0q3DIg1PRqZWkixkw_x61JVXevWcmOwHW-8cgDQ/s2048/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5DQIjY6jLi-fTbezKoMCyudPi-LP6KvCLAo_o80IQSIpfEsHc9sJT4AATo3i49NrzY11Wq78W99rV6xQotlHUcr8FuuRasBe0q3DIg1PRqZWkixkw_x61JVXevWcmOwHW-8cgDQ/s16000/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-7.jpg" title="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This was dress was fits somewhat oversized. It was designed to be worn as duster or dress, so it has a little more ease than a normal shirt dress would. I didn't make any fit adjustments. This one worked for me straight out of the envelope.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3-Ci_QDns4Q9O4D6j0MSPb0kXWlXKlqhz-H8ghV3mkLivNWJOZfR8UgGEFund333qSPimwgm9XHGhOIIiusOuq2hyphenhyphenrYLmuTb6DklXi3eG5eCBoxqVqJEBJ4keKON2R4VgPxSwyw/s2048/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3-Ci_QDns4Q9O4D6j0MSPb0kXWlXKlqhz-H8ghV3mkLivNWJOZfR8UgGEFund333qSPimwgm9XHGhOIIiusOuq2hyphenhyphenrYLmuTb6DklXi3eG5eCBoxqVqJEBJ4keKON2R4VgPxSwyw/s16000/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-6.jpg" title="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This wasn't necessarily a difficult sew, but it was tedious because I had to take my time sewing it. It's not a zip through project. I cut everything out on a single layer. I used my walking foot and size 100/16 ball point needle. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXkKOqyKyPf5jKTAvXK3WIaNg8-XCciIrmp2RhsBOrQifgAncj3inQz2CKmxbN5UA0av1a5YVJYVk5x5OAGU0taj2WBYX8p0N4i56eCNmDVR8kt-Sy-OP0EXmt7KdRhQosLgSkIg/s2048/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXkKOqyKyPf5jKTAvXK3WIaNg8-XCciIrmp2RhsBOrQifgAncj3inQz2CKmxbN5UA0av1a5YVJYVk5x5OAGU0taj2WBYX8p0N4i56eCNmDVR8kt-Sy-OP0EXmt7KdRhQosLgSkIg/s16000/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-3.jpg" title="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I didn't interface the collar or the front bands. And I left the cuffs off. I lengthened the sleeves by 4 inches and added 1/2" elastic. The worst part of sewing this was gathering the tiers. I used the yarn method for that. But it felt like it took forever.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBJprzXskpBtQdK8RNyrWp0pCQbsBTLKy_Bd2nDDfGmMeftvTfyfsNQwZVvFb5L9wCFAW3mpzQW0-p8R95ZJjyYBiFbuX8KiwVdrG0gZhby_ge34aWzdmPRhHgR6RGjXzEZFKo7w/s2048/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBJprzXskpBtQdK8RNyrWp0pCQbsBTLKy_Bd2nDDfGmMeftvTfyfsNQwZVvFb5L9wCFAW3mpzQW0-p8R95ZJjyYBiFbuX8KiwVdrG0gZhby_ge34aWzdmPRhHgR6RGjXzEZFKo7w/s16000/Simplicity+9114+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" title="Simplicity 9114 - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I didn't do any seam finishing. I just trimmed the seams down and I left the hem raw.</div><br />Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-63702604610336935502021-02-25T10:30:00.001-06:002021-02-25T10:45:43.826-06:00Mixed Animal Print Cardigan!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUshzpzF0H_2_4E_3zLv4hEYALnIP9Thk4I9Xc79cQMO_S0ktAsh0Jyo1phZbirQEfGrmqr8PXoI11mHynw3rCGmYZnlCCFj1XxfpaYDjoGmV-zhLJxvUeOQYmmyJHVbG0p7cSkA/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUshzpzF0H_2_4E_3zLv4hEYALnIP9Thk4I9Xc79cQMO_S0ktAsh0Jyo1phZbirQEfGrmqr8PXoI11mHynw3rCGmYZnlCCFj1XxfpaYDjoGmV-zhLJxvUeOQYmmyJHVbG0p7cSkA/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-11.jpg" title="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">I can tell you right off the bat that this is the statement piece that will be most worn this year. I'm already in love with this cardigan. And as we all know, animal print is a neutral, so this is going to pair with EVERYTHING in my closet.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuTQ5DbNNwwXJ8kT_MaPkTzrTZrrsZ8Cdl9NwPbozICcoSBRz0jI7iGsgUKJhDrhxj7WO7Fadx26Snh9kmaHYOAa8SefRoJb0ULX8dBhexcndH0wy1Qr_oWG_ClVZLvUHiDjsDpw/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuTQ5DbNNwwXJ8kT_MaPkTzrTZrrsZ8Cdl9NwPbozICcoSBRz0jI7iGsgUKJhDrhxj7WO7Fadx26Snh9kmaHYOAa8SefRoJb0ULX8dBhexcndH0wy1Qr_oWG_ClVZLvUHiDjsDpw/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-5.jpg" title="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This is a modified version of the <b><a href="https://mimi-g-style-inc.myshopify.com/products/the-annie" target="_blank">Mimi G Style Annie Cardigan</a></b>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXutHwouBH1slaqJj6gOdGZoQhKX8bHQiT8AYtl5ug57OGRcH6V3NsCyTDwXRzvvEL7t8X1e1VhXbPelj76fFbHWNiboAtcg_zODMYt_5CQRLHzBWv1yv22sf0gxBKq_uSEks7IQ/s1828/IMG_2752%255B1%255D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1828" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXutHwouBH1slaqJj6gOdGZoQhKX8bHQiT8AYtl5ug57OGRcH6V3NsCyTDwXRzvvEL7t8X1e1VhXbPelj76fFbHWNiboAtcg_zODMYt_5CQRLHzBWv1yv22sf0gxBKq_uSEks7IQ/w410-h640/IMG_2752%255B1%255D.JPG" width="410" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The <b>Show Me Your Mumu Out and About Cardigan</b> is my inspiration for this.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6_SNJXVGDZOCYWEIBvbpxsdQ3V2SttX3BYfMsb6V9QCX36_CX5b6r52utWLNjS5SrjNLblpRSDyIZAJ14W9eJWWFIzbmJGOTjOV0SozIWsuJgFFftwPabTsWFm8OczpeaUIAGnA/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6_SNJXVGDZOCYWEIBvbpxsdQ3V2SttX3BYfMsb6V9QCX36_CX5b6r52utWLNjS5SrjNLblpRSDyIZAJ14W9eJWWFIzbmJGOTjOV0SozIWsuJgFFftwPabTsWFm8OczpeaUIAGnA/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-14.jpg" title="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">In order to achieve my inspiration look, the Annie Cardigan was a great jump off point. I lengthened the whole thing by 15". </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHH16W4_zrxVTV_oFzY6m0du9pA6ABQPi7ehP4Ae0HoYVO9St3NmsQlzLayNsMqTy8eOVmaFJ6ckq-58oeK64eakPZ_DFoyCF3nBIYdbyASwNUfZq4O9XSHKFundfMqwwf7pqsQg/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHH16W4_zrxVTV_oFzY6m0du9pA6ABQPi7ehP4Ae0HoYVO9St3NmsQlzLayNsMqTy8eOVmaFJ6ckq-58oeK64eakPZ_DFoyCF3nBIYdbyASwNUfZq4O9XSHKFundfMqwwf7pqsQg/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-6.jpg" title="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZoUtHfG55k-2QFhloBcrtEROwOKRQsDvybI4_j8NNh-UG3hwM-G5w6AbqIvGUWC9NmJezO2TCgUq-zJaUrVicv29WJ8YDK5TpZep_iYmddPBQCzKkM-Xuxjp5673EkrToYgKwMQ/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZoUtHfG55k-2QFhloBcrtEROwOKRQsDvybI4_j8NNh-UG3hwM-G5w6AbqIvGUWC9NmJezO2TCgUq-zJaUrVicv29WJ8YDK5TpZep_iYmddPBQCzKkM-Xuxjp5673EkrToYgKwMQ/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-9.jpg" title="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I needed to add some volume to the sleeves to give them that slight balloon or bishop style.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgArthNqZ9-gR31qA8Tk5jrp5HWf_WdGTVDR0nfqJJBjgfmICZjnW0TRHeez2U2ZhcfTAT2qFcnJPXcaHFL_4iNhiP_SWhitkTVFpqvcTMgq8y157Yx6kPgXP16MDm277SLhEsUCw/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgArthNqZ9-gR31qA8Tk5jrp5HWf_WdGTVDR0nfqJJBjgfmICZjnW0TRHeez2U2ZhcfTAT2qFcnJPXcaHFL_4iNhiP_SWhitkTVFpqvcTMgq8y157Yx6kPgXP16MDm277SLhEsUCw/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-2.jpg" title="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I took the sleeve pattern piece and used the slash and spread method to get the fullness. I opened it up using a 1.5 to 1 ratio.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5HUi0cAlImoOpGCvlkcg-4AYCnv8yIS_c1el2GMfDF2AM5HKqgoDzju5oOOodXwVBrUTmgX_A3K2ZBOwBQaR5CWq_lJQPMWPGvd0v3ya6lGc3RQZUzX95ZtVVm2x0MeYj9K0X5Q/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5HUi0cAlImoOpGCvlkcg-4AYCnv8yIS_c1el2GMfDF2AM5HKqgoDzju5oOOodXwVBrUTmgX_A3K2ZBOwBQaR5CWq_lJQPMWPGvd0v3ya6lGc3RQZUzX95ZtVVm2x0MeYj9K0X5Q/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-7.jpg" title="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: justify;">I decided to keep that extra wide lower band detail. I really like the way it looks.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisQgTTmlQEUY6OhmsRPJpRG9ztMNo-SztpTRiZQYNhdGzOznIoxs9MuYAAi09mPm_GULXsS4k4ZazzpS7kJS9NiV4UMeibK8rKeisjubAyRSqnSxp6aEl1qNeY8R_3Ng9QMJx2Rg/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1535" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisQgTTmlQEUY6OhmsRPJpRG9ztMNo-SztpTRiZQYNhdGzOznIoxs9MuYAAi09mPm_GULXsS4k4ZazzpS7kJS9NiV4UMeibK8rKeisjubAyRSqnSxp6aEl1qNeY8R_3Ng9QMJx2Rg/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-10.jpg" title="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I took 5" off the wristband because I wanted a really snug fit. I used a slip stitch for my patch pockets. I didn't want any topstitching to be visible. And I added the the sweater knit to the top of the pockets.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwNqDphVASQkUg4lMEm9vS4uURjPzWQ88jDgx74BgsnY9bPVLK0oH7aieVztjkE1NTMoD5unMGVIUD8RxnlFO47M0Q9n_FOh4T5L18f-I4ddvoD6AF1wwLzCNQW0aEP2w1eZD-7Q/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwNqDphVASQkUg4lMEm9vS4uURjPzWQ88jDgx74BgsnY9bPVLK0oH7aieVztjkE1NTMoD5unMGVIUD8RxnlFO47M0Q9n_FOh4T5L18f-I4ddvoD6AF1wwLzCNQW0aEP2w1eZD-7Q/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-4.jpg" title="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My fabric is <a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/25769-5670-mixed-animal-scuba-crepe-jacquard?variant=33366390014040" target="_blank"><b>Mixed Animal Scuba Crepe Jacquard</b> from <b>Zelouf Fabrics</b></a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir34z-c9mh5Hzd759r39fJ9Djy8NoXLO3iwR19xCmzlcsc-r0XgHryxjt4prbOsJzKyoeks9AGWinNFEtzKZgWnIermtYlqxqJM9E-Cc3xv4qc5Q-BPv2vGR2bvD6V0IR4ZXHHUw/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir34z-c9mh5Hzd759r39fJ9Djy8NoXLO3iwR19xCmzlcsc-r0XgHryxjt4prbOsJzKyoeks9AGWinNFEtzKZgWnIermtYlqxqJM9E-Cc3xv4qc5Q-BPv2vGR2bvD6V0IR4ZXHHUw/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN92TBY64KhIFgnA9dIbmesZa7or7x0vk3eC-nfFtXUbMvEh2NvL51WVY5JMPAOQBgAqiCGGdiWBEseAoWvq6nFhF6oPt-sbnS-yQH51uHps9HSQ9bEG2ALRII9jNV1JGPZVSXCw/s2048/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN92TBY64KhIFgnA9dIbmesZa7or7x0vk3eC-nfFtXUbMvEh2NvL51WVY5JMPAOQBgAqiCGGdiWBEseAoWvq6nFhF6oPt-sbnS-yQH51uHps9HSQ9bEG2ALRII9jNV1JGPZVSXCw/s16000/Animal+Print+Cardigan+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style+x+Zelouf+Fabrics-3.jpg" title="Mixed Animal Print Cardigan - Erica Bunker DIY Style x Zelouf Fabrics" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My trim is <a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/26089-kristin-cut-sew-sweater-knit" target="_blank"><b>Kristen Cut Sew Sweater Knit</b> from <b>Zelouf Fabrics</b></a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: justify;"><br /></div><br />Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-35172507311366817672021-02-21T20:00:00.001-06:002021-02-21T20:18:27.870-06:00McCall's 8141<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0T4Cfbyaa3MVPu7gGQ0JPh69v_GWKd8dd2hH86IkFGEDnhSEIZ6KwSufv0jYJ4qIvPERmpcD5bpUZzD7hwNqEtmmQrYO7LgLFvGj0_0h6MOwffAO_XbVPUz_obl4EmK33dtCdVA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0T4Cfbyaa3MVPu7gGQ0JPh69v_GWKd8dd2hH86IkFGEDnhSEIZ6KwSufv0jYJ4qIvPERmpcD5bpUZzD7hwNqEtmmQrYO7LgLFvGj0_0h6MOwffAO_XbVPUz_obl4EmK33dtCdVA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" title="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Can I just say how much I love this shade of green! It's amazing and I need more of it. The fabric is a poly crepe from Joann that I've had for so many months, that I can't remember when I bought it. I think it was back during the summer. Whenever I see poly crepes like this, I grab them up. They're good stand-ins for heavy weight crepe de chines.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjssRkJPz6KdBytnKCULknDFry0ySX4hyphenhyphenhGygJRrX_CvvGAR06XAsw1ZivebcJ5HxALGk3PbUKrZ6PGkIsEH5BOOFR-jqS3WXOuD_Y0d52myNFCKiy9sNNf90_fCTo6mC336PWFng/s1800/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjssRkJPz6KdBytnKCULknDFry0ySX4hyphenhyphenhGygJRrX_CvvGAR06XAsw1ZivebcJ5HxALGk3PbUKrZ6PGkIsEH5BOOFR-jqS3WXOuD_Y0d52myNFCKiy9sNNf90_fCTo6mC336PWFng/s16000/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521.PNG" title="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This pattern is <b><a href="https://somethingdelightful.com/m8141" target="_blank">McCall's 8141, view C</a></b>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHE9e_uYUgbT7y01qhpa1mcD2rKx_S8bXlZh-COZIq66T4F_vJDKM05mIj3aE5R1x5Vf-6-yMuWQ8v1mEBAvon4nUqbgMZTgoTXGsCEjd_1DbYvv-zs-2ENsATB_sX1uQreu_UIQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-15.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHE9e_uYUgbT7y01qhpa1mcD2rKx_S8bXlZh-COZIq66T4F_vJDKM05mIj3aE5R1x5Vf-6-yMuWQ8v1mEBAvon4nUqbgMZTgoTXGsCEjd_1DbYvv-zs-2ENsATB_sX1uQreu_UIQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-15.jpg" title="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I cut the size 16 in the bodice and graded to the 18 in the skirt, because this fabric has zero give and this pattern is drafted true to size with very little ease. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgogbd9OKS1sv3v1SbSnC3R_bq3p7nX_Oxzs4H44PJVpjB6X1XkDIe5FhmA1tW3d-w08-m7mxI2J-r4T4900s5syRYmDfK0ObthdckJmSx9q7wHA2R4OX6XYGTYQsOTQFARGMQQkQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1535" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgogbd9OKS1sv3v1SbSnC3R_bq3p7nX_Oxzs4H44PJVpjB6X1XkDIe5FhmA1tW3d-w08-m7mxI2J-r4T4900s5syRYmDfK0ObthdckJmSx9q7wHA2R4OX6XYGTYQsOTQFARGMQQkQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" title="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">With the open back, this dress is not bra-friendly. So, I found the bodice to be a little loser than it normally would when I account for the bra and the additional padding. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisLkqOFclHVRSXDNoOKixibKey51IjP3DiLCvpaJRImZCKVPrF39ZXi63_DfjlKkn4Y_EgcnFKmYO9MqYAWwZnAWqCfyEV8YlL7lMI9y39ctfaxfFvW4USkBE_2AGf2wrjr0vrhg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisLkqOFclHVRSXDNoOKixibKey51IjP3DiLCvpaJRImZCKVPrF39ZXi63_DfjlKkn4Y_EgcnFKmYO9MqYAWwZnAWqCfyEV8YlL7lMI9y39ctfaxfFvW4USkBE_2AGf2wrjr0vrhg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" title="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So, there was no need for a FBA.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirRYvpK32U37EmEQ5RbrO_kkx7VK-qfZN5pmAGc4Y6zmrWzRE7j3x7DdfuKumbSScsgoQTkrapgI7L1NrSZmVwBqTYpHTJ2m4-eaUll_TXzmArzPcb_fddDJDdQ8HHEfIpLUY4dw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirRYvpK32U37EmEQ5RbrO_kkx7VK-qfZN5pmAGc4Y6zmrWzRE7j3x7DdfuKumbSScsgoQTkrapgI7L1NrSZmVwBqTYpHTJ2m4-eaUll_TXzmArzPcb_fddDJDdQ8HHEfIpLUY4dw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" title="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I did stabilize the arm opening to prevent it from stretching out and gaping.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4OUHwx3HxmELzn0hPDkDiUaUms_NUs_wi70xvVYkcxL-tPbiQhqSuISdGp3jlq5eKCtTaE70ASHqhbv9QYREflNZpurXPRx5CQ46hHVzoNRFFfjK2r8oMye63M2lMvWQxYhy_Hw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1541" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4OUHwx3HxmELzn0hPDkDiUaUms_NUs_wi70xvVYkcxL-tPbiQhqSuISdGp3jlq5eKCtTaE70ASHqhbv9QYREflNZpurXPRx5CQ46hHVzoNRFFfjK2r8oMye63M2lMvWQxYhy_Hw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-13.jpg" title="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made my normal sway back adjustment of one inch. But it's still a little bit of extra fabric and not laying as flat as I would like. But again, being that this fabric has no give, that may be some necessary ease. I haven't worn this for an extended period of time yet. And doing things like sitting for long periods of time and entering and exiting a car is always the real test.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6NuqK9cWrC1V99OjGUvV9jIXeSg4_LFbf9w5V-cxiMHDLEcEUqIXK9Qz9NFe-hNwv5bKl6Plx0mF7EdEXw-gNKnvWLTamIf8kzSNHNfdWntcclIqSZrdrX5vsX-aYot69pODV5A/s2048/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6NuqK9cWrC1V99OjGUvV9jIXeSg4_LFbf9w5V-cxiMHDLEcEUqIXK9Qz9NFe-hNwv5bKl6Plx0mF7EdEXw-gNKnvWLTamIf8kzSNHNfdWntcclIqSZrdrX5vsX-aYot69pODV5A/s16000/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" title="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0LOvFyiUu7SNvt2buxKCR99yrihhyphenhyphenI-fS8Mp-e1kkQh85R-WPe88a0i0G-XxQU2aNGZBkQf4Crwdo7owLJil3m8FiiZKgeML6olAjazhw19Tq4OGA5jVa8A-Y5OufatInBA27sA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0LOvFyiUu7SNvt2buxKCR99yrihhyphenhyphenI-fS8Mp-e1kkQh85R-WPe88a0i0G-XxQU2aNGZBkQf4Crwdo7owLJil3m8FiiZKgeML6olAjazhw19Tq4OGA5jVa8A-Y5OufatInBA27sA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" title="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I stabilized the back opening as well. I made thread loops -- here is my <b><a href="https://youtu.be/8Sre9PWGTMk" target="_blank">"How to Make a Thread Chain Loop"</a></b> tutorial.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPYb5TCus5xcIAI0L6-y3g3vQwlk_9BeRjV33tjpi7j_Qw3xT7EYDqw-5Kiq5JlxnJ5tPajd9X-MTiFhMsLycXoUtQMdwOFgsAmvWYqK1FhpV-hmQ_xFPj_yLBooe7BgSNDk2zwg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPYb5TCus5xcIAI0L6-y3g3vQwlk_9BeRjV33tjpi7j_Qw3xT7EYDqw-5Kiq5JlxnJ5tPajd9X-MTiFhMsLycXoUtQMdwOFgsAmvWYqK1FhpV-hmQ_xFPj_yLBooe7BgSNDk2zwg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8141+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-12.jpg" title="McCall's 8141 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I typically have zero desire to sew something more than once, but I really want to make this one again. Next time, I'll probably use something like a lightweight scuba knit with some stretch. </div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-68583795717470146772021-02-16T14:30:00.001-06:002021-02-16T14:35:27.689-06:00Simplicity 8870 for Valentine's Day!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_cWbaTEFstDmMpWeRS0TY3bAnFdoZVSL0iVheyTgUZ_rANJ-Zj-D0_GHo8XOqtUDfFgSyMkqYvrXK2GhDFDA9c_Yqkhvlx0Cel4Zn-drT4WbA7Nt3tcGvntnBPH8LDn322ntIdg/s2048/Simplicity+8870+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_cWbaTEFstDmMpWeRS0TY3bAnFdoZVSL0iVheyTgUZ_rANJ-Zj-D0_GHo8XOqtUDfFgSyMkqYvrXK2GhDFDA9c_Yqkhvlx0Cel4Zn-drT4WbA7Nt3tcGvntnBPH8LDn322ntIdg/s16000/Simplicity+8870+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" title="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">In my past life, I never made anything for Valentine's Day. I was simply never moved to do so. But this year, so much in my life has changed -- for the better, that I decided, what the hell! Treat Yo Self, girl!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKQdTxXP33_WzmfKBOwc4Ixb8WdfUAjHMNvOCHvRchVxKYVyPPpPjX3BvGbhYiXNPQA7lv5z9idMOB7zB3o9CVMLULO6bYZ5efvT5egRY_veFzUWsYTnWSvasgEu9kNVFP6PPlvg/s1800/IMG_2432.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKQdTxXP33_WzmfKBOwc4Ixb8WdfUAjHMNvOCHvRchVxKYVyPPpPjX3BvGbhYiXNPQA7lv5z9idMOB7zB3o9CVMLULO6bYZ5efvT5egRY_veFzUWsYTnWSvasgEu9kNVFP6PPlvg/s16000/IMG_2432.PNG" title="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I decided to go with <b><a href="https://www.simplicity.com/simplicity-storefront-catalog/patterns/women/dresses/simplicity-sewing-pattern-s8870-missesmiss-petite-dress/" target="_blank">Simplicity 8870</a></b>. I fell in love with all of the asymmetrical fabulousness this dress is offering me. Also, I'd like to introduce you to <b><a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/" target="_blank">Zelouf Fabrics</a></b>. I have a brand new collaboration with them and you'll be seeing all types of amazing fabric selections I'll be using. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI-LAV5JrOKHfGbC7a-vKo8Vu5xrH2836Ubip7vkfuvjrZovneehDsebxx9-iaoAscf-hdes1df-kyYD363IefeFTjfD3seA_wXH4qn8wXWAT7ffQ9OUezYJcAwrgcFQN2b5bYKQ/s2048/Simplicity+8870+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI-LAV5JrOKHfGbC7a-vKo8Vu5xrH2836Ubip7vkfuvjrZovneehDsebxx9-iaoAscf-hdes1df-kyYD363IefeFTjfD3seA_wXH4qn8wXWAT7ffQ9OUezYJcAwrgcFQN2b5bYKQ/s16000/Simplicity+8870+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" title="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div>This one is <b><a href="https://zelouffabrics.com/products/23215-pink-double-weave-heavy-laguna" target="_blank">Double Weave Heavy Laguna in Dazzling Cerise</a></b>. It's basically a scuba knit. I love the way it looks, feels and sews.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEittVB3uAZyb_b0GFB3V8HlP100UxWyCViNfZSEBdO36FI_UYoGKS-An_cdytdT-TR9EoyfOMQ9vuDfEZSAWc3y4yPLzJe7SdVmHv-w0_JjTH6kogJlR3Ps1evpzkBzX2hA7czejw/s2048/Simplicity+8870+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEittVB3uAZyb_b0GFB3V8HlP100UxWyCViNfZSEBdO36FI_UYoGKS-An_cdytdT-TR9EoyfOMQ9vuDfEZSAWc3y4yPLzJe7SdVmHv-w0_JjTH6kogJlR3Ps1evpzkBzX2hA7czejw/s16000/Simplicity+8870+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" title="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I cut the size 16 bodice. I didn't make a full bust adjustment because of the significant amount of stretch. I lengthened the bodice in the front by one inch and left the back to account for the needed sway back adjustment. The pattern called for a zipper at the wrist on the sleeve. I felt that was such </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKrsPla8abhj024_XUfpstfeq_ANICT3Dr3XfAblp9D_pbQnDlCwNNFL4GyyMI0FgiOHA47otXYNnGWgYxml_iQ9nJcAuMz9Vsfi6sJ_lP0daL3xKBKzS2-lG7FiARN-GFleFlXg/s2048/Simplicity+8870+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1551" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKrsPla8abhj024_XUfpstfeq_ANICT3Dr3XfAblp9D_pbQnDlCwNNFL4GyyMI0FgiOHA47otXYNnGWgYxml_iQ9nJcAuMz9Vsfi6sJ_lP0daL3xKBKzS2-lG7FiARN-GFleFlXg/s16000/Simplicity+8870+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" title="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">For the skirt, I chopped off the floor length gown to a midi length. I made a full seat adjustment, because we don't do hiked up skirts in the back! I added a front slit opening to one of the princess seams.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-52q2mgw21tDOR4NIr5j_BUwEzJMKyKpoYVQtEpKg7IWrz_OMNv4GU4BQyhYvl_3n2ze2XXFuJ-Z-7ZLYMaoZV86UE3k0L883LJA1epcLMKUmtiQFpDz9HTklHv0UvoXNh9zv1A/s2048/Simplicity+8870+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-52q2mgw21tDOR4NIr5j_BUwEzJMKyKpoYVQtEpKg7IWrz_OMNv4GU4BQyhYvl_3n2ze2XXFuJ-Z-7ZLYMaoZV86UE3k0L883LJA1epcLMKUmtiQFpDz9HTklHv0UvoXNh9zv1A/s16000/Simplicity+8870+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" title="Simplicity 8870 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I'm not longer waiting on that special occasion, I'm just making beautiful things. So, when the world is open again and it's time to travel and go to beautiful places, I'll be ready!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><br /></div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-48974293325534294012021-02-11T16:00:00.001-06:002021-02-11T16:00:02.644-06:00Simplicity 9176 - A Modified Version!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm6QFv5MP04w9todynBDC1asNm0DJJh1ckWQP-4GdQ7o46M99FnpPHr8JloUzxsttA6N-IiND_GkFiBlSNdZrJ7ZTHPXDzFsd-yXJZ582nDCH0p2aPg8i2fhv-0Qpd7RvAcv16Kg/s2048/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm6QFv5MP04w9todynBDC1asNm0DJJh1ckWQP-4GdQ7o46M99FnpPHr8JloUzxsttA6N-IiND_GkFiBlSNdZrJ7ZTHPXDzFsd-yXJZ582nDCH0p2aPg8i2fhv-0Qpd7RvAcv16Kg/s16000/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" title="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">My love of white dresses is endless. And don't you love a good dress that you can't stand still in and you have to swoosh about? That's exactly how this one makes me feel. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbuRfMVV6GgnsY2Eke_dP67pCH7ETy1rUaUwX13YTbl1uu-9av_4vU6ufQcfIbghEBlYxe6Pnzw5L5cXQ-IA8iKT66kMyOT6H4pGkff5F5WS_5Qo8vLA6PNZ4QtBcUuCg3SZWIUw/s1883/Mara+Hoffman+Elle+Dress.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mara Hoffman Elle Dress" border="0" data-original-height="1883" data-original-width="1170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbuRfMVV6GgnsY2Eke_dP67pCH7ETy1rUaUwX13YTbl1uu-9av_4vU6ufQcfIbghEBlYxe6Pnzw5L5cXQ-IA8iKT66kMyOT6H4pGkff5F5WS_5Qo8vLA6PNZ4QtBcUuCg3SZWIUw/s16000/Mara+Hoffman+Elle+Dress.jpg" title="Mara Hoffman Elle Dress" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I'd saved this Mara Hoffman dress in my inspiration file last year. I knew I was going to eventually make it. I'd thought about hacking the True Bias Nikko Dress. It would've taken some work, but I could see the possibility. But I was in Joann flipping through the Simplicity catalog and discovered <b><a href="https://www.simplicity.com/simplicity-storefront-catalog/patterns/brands/simplicity-sewing-pattern-s9176-misses--womens-dresses/" target="_blank">Simplicity 9176</a></b>. It was as close to perfect as I was going to get.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwXzoVqNZQpCxBA2RJ1tfQjpE-kcTJn-L776Z_BZovqcPzTD3D9Hxxsk9bfj6AD_h522EX2s1u1jK3dtVle97F1E0l_a2-Gp3AfHdASmbD5Fhqs_L0ph73LCwrjjSQyD_pclWNfQ/s2048/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwXzoVqNZQpCxBA2RJ1tfQjpE-kcTJn-L776Z_BZovqcPzTD3D9Hxxsk9bfj6AD_h522EX2s1u1jK3dtVle97F1E0l_a2-Gp3AfHdASmbD5Fhqs_L0ph73LCwrjjSQyD_pclWNfQ/s16000/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" title="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The style lines were already there... the sleeveless turtleneck, waist seam, and a-line midi length. My fabric is <b><a href="https://www.joann.com/stretch-crepe-knit-fabric-solid/zprd_15515133a.html?dwvar_zprd__15515133a_variationAttribute=16386104&quantity=2" target="_blank">Stretch Crepe Knit</a></b> I found at Joann.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq4tXK6pMf0QhWJwyFMUhfPFRRSoKOwJa-YcjLeQh7GCvd-pr06RDMEtxOMuVVVOzvb8FZFJOhcURBbYiy7yUyaPrFD10jpweQBFI2DbZMlVfHQ9lflk48QT_MNXRpdDyy3EfjDA/s2048/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1535" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq4tXK6pMf0QhWJwyFMUhfPFRRSoKOwJa-YcjLeQh7GCvd-pr06RDMEtxOMuVVVOzvb8FZFJOhcURBbYiy7yUyaPrFD10jpweQBFI2DbZMlVfHQ9lflk48QT_MNXRpdDyy3EfjDA/s16000/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" title="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I just needed to make a few easy modifications to achieve my dress.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg3N96GJogSVSyuxfFOrul3Jhwway-3G6ph4U9dPzYw6mZ004Jl-QwkoIIWCpPE2QYOhXApdhBWofJ6O5pUeBN5Nym9fsRPLEoYVt_5u7qv41VsahNYaq6by_FdznTcHFbsTvV9g/s2048/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg3N96GJogSVSyuxfFOrul3Jhwway-3G6ph4U9dPzYw6mZ004Jl-QwkoIIWCpPE2QYOhXApdhBWofJ6O5pUeBN5Nym9fsRPLEoYVt_5u7qv41VsahNYaq6by_FdznTcHFbsTvV9g/s16000/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" title="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made my usually bodice adjustment. I lengthened the front by one inch, and I made a one inch full bust adjust which created waist seam. I always need shaping right there.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-nTfUx-g_qWoCgho1AnIUzkmf8fAiaUUYwoEmD9QAVX91MZ_14yiZ1c726OElXpVTQ_TGtdi4iA3hklQ3eBwr2dVamZ94lpE7jPqjQF54hsiEM9Eq4eEj0FA3zx33qrFLAZe-XQ/s2048/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-nTfUx-g_qWoCgho1AnIUzkmf8fAiaUUYwoEmD9QAVX91MZ_14yiZ1c726OElXpVTQ_TGtdi4iA3hklQ3eBwr2dVamZ94lpE7jPqjQF54hsiEM9Eq4eEj0FA3zx33qrFLAZe-XQ/s16000/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-12.jpg" title="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made a one inch sway back adjustment to the bodice. I made a 2 inch full seat adjustment to the skirt and added 3 inches to the length.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipyne5HBr6fk_Wdf3euht-d4O17MexCvCppzWssin0IN0Y4Bp6huSdrEamkyM_VAq6iOfa6TjGQKC1XvbqNuG4H3CJOJVEBI6L22e6SRIt_xziGUvjG2UHMjidaPo-6vYUyxJOiA/s2048/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipyne5HBr6fk_Wdf3euht-d4O17MexCvCppzWssin0IN0Y4Bp6huSdrEamkyM_VAq6iOfa6TjGQKC1XvbqNuG4H3CJOJVEBI6L22e6SRIt_xziGUvjG2UHMjidaPo-6vYUyxJOiA/s16000/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-14.jpg" title="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I added a center front seam to the skirt in order to create the front slit opening.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaSfOQ7ok_4JIiGFP0aJ4ytePP8Pveucdpi9r4OyMJhNPgVdfH9SCofsvWg8NXGKsm6w9-aK8zwPFcYkoSc9LPmHml7oMj6sBj5tEl32J_HNYL4kKlxKPnE3uwSw78AEgld8Q0Cw/s2048/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaSfOQ7ok_4JIiGFP0aJ4ytePP8Pveucdpi9r4OyMJhNPgVdfH9SCofsvWg8NXGKsm6w9-aK8zwPFcYkoSc9LPmHml7oMj6sBj5tEl32J_HNYL4kKlxKPnE3uwSw78AEgld8Q0Cw/s16000/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" title="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I added pockets and made a belt. You can find my <a href="https://youtu.be/4wx9BFXNHn0" target="_blank"><b>How to Sew a DIY Belt Tutorial</b> here</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJx7oZ7El32_DlYZbu6zqp-R15b3N2L7sghyNQBVLMjWF3Zq8Iv2kXdVKUAPrVVx1l9b1MJKOIk4o5unK5iW1UDBx7i78_JNx98LMmGtrceq5WFzznl8Ck08_poIEkC9nptEyBvQ/s2048/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJx7oZ7El32_DlYZbu6zqp-R15b3N2L7sghyNQBVLMjWF3Zq8Iv2kXdVKUAPrVVx1l9b1MJKOIk4o5unK5iW1UDBx7i78_JNx98LMmGtrceq5WFzznl8Ck08_poIEkC9nptEyBvQ/s16000/Simplicity+9176+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" title="Simplicity 9176 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div> I love the way the dress turned out... very much like my inspiration dress.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-91549654157429477812021-02-03T10:30:00.002-06:002021-02-03T10:41:57.676-06:00McCall's 7866 - Modified!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwHmQzz_H4fMcfiE6ugrdus_vyMDtGTthMkZ7MXUteVe6mv6Pd305zpWsqMsdHtF4SJ-ORfz4UERN4l2AdZCrdt-D-01_cUp33scwoZ1jz6HsNaJOfiuF1aS33TVUmMHYvZ26nBg/s2048/McCall%2527s+7866+%2528Modified%2529+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 7866 - Modified -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1524" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwHmQzz_H4fMcfiE6ugrdus_vyMDtGTthMkZ7MXUteVe6mv6Pd305zpWsqMsdHtF4SJ-ORfz4UERN4l2AdZCrdt-D-01_cUp33scwoZ1jz6HsNaJOfiuF1aS33TVUmMHYvZ26nBg/s16000/McCall%2527s+7866+%2528Modified%2529+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" title="McCall's 7866 - Modified -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I bought <b><a href="https://somethingdelightful.com/m7866" target="_blank">McCall's 7866</a></b> when it first came out. Even though the main photo on the envelope screamed prom, I liked the more casual looks with the sleeves. I ran across the pattern in my collection and studied it for a while and realized that it would really work for me in a jersey knit fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlRyf2Xd2YX8IHmjbKXKdhyRDqo0gxz1BgxXmJ2vToKQ6wXkuhRBvWOGkYtCX3ZYYcPOBYYzjoZ9rndad_iHRTIV6P3fOvQY_ogJ7CTIi67NjgaJYXE4FOoj-7A0BsM9n3N67jpw/s2048/McCall%2527s+7866+%2528Modified%2529+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 7866 - Modified -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlRyf2Xd2YX8IHmjbKXKdhyRDqo0gxz1BgxXmJ2vToKQ6wXkuhRBvWOGkYtCX3ZYYcPOBYYzjoZ9rndad_iHRTIV6P3fOvQY_ogJ7CTIi67NjgaJYXE4FOoj-7A0BsM9n3N67jpw/s16000/McCall%2527s+7866+%2528Modified%2529+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" title="McCall's 7866 - Modified -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">In order to make this a more day-appropriate look or a casual date night look, I had to close up the front and back keyhole cutouts. The side cutouts and front slit are more than enough detail. I also made a full bust adjustment by one inch and added a waist dart for shaping.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfkXcETOyumn04tMbnIJw96xPlpBMLMM6EPxtr9ZdViO8UMxmgaFPxyIlT8t-3intOY6eLUXx-4jKdARRLsmbk_gB1Z_i9PeNjHtexxIdFkcDTpGwIPq9L9pfpHYjWuR756vIQYA/s2048/McCall%2527s+7866+%2528Modified%2529+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 7866 - Modified -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfkXcETOyumn04tMbnIJw96xPlpBMLMM6EPxtr9ZdViO8UMxmgaFPxyIlT8t-3intOY6eLUXx-4jKdARRLsmbk_gB1Z_i9PeNjHtexxIdFkcDTpGwIPq9L9pfpHYjWuR756vIQYA/s16000/McCall%2527s+7866+%2528Modified%2529+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" title="McCall's 7866 - Modified -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">For the back, I made my usual one inch sway back adjustment and a 2 inch full seat adjustment to prevent the back hem from hiking up.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIGqc6MbafG-YzKhytBZ91bFO5MrwurPEqJHX8jY2_3iKoZfNeHT_v71MLjQa_sisBUYyJUMYemP2Wk_9TOKP7okxWAuLfcmvBezZxeUj_9xYMMV8Q8Tbq2lhKhR8HK0uVfF2XYw/s2048/McCall%2527s+7866+%2528Modified%2529+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 7866 - Modified -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIGqc6MbafG-YzKhytBZ91bFO5MrwurPEqJHX8jY2_3iKoZfNeHT_v71MLjQa_sisBUYyJUMYemP2Wk_9TOKP7okxWAuLfcmvBezZxeUj_9xYMMV8Q8Tbq2lhKhR8HK0uVfF2XYw/s16000/McCall%2527s+7866+%2528Modified%2529+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" title="McCall's 7866 - Modified -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I originally made the full-length with no adjustment. It hit at a weird length above the ankle as I figured it would. I knew I was going to cut it down to a midi length. That seems to be my go-to hemline. But I love the way it turned out and it's perfect for cocktails.</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-45678207883997052852021-01-25T20:00:00.002-06:002021-01-25T20:13:49.101-06:00True Bias Nikko Dress!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL2o3Ovi2ZxMYCyAP1_zXBiepuL1GlINFPGes2LcRu5x1f6Llgm7ubTn32vip4GexyOKsJoclXsyoizQr-igP6DbPW54D6ZrlYkjLBCj2j0xsDMUVtJILnuJmByZhP3tPP9wa5QA/s2048/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL2o3Ovi2ZxMYCyAP1_zXBiepuL1GlINFPGes2LcRu5x1f6Llgm7ubTn32vip4GexyOKsJoclXsyoizQr-igP6DbPW54D6ZrlYkjLBCj2j0xsDMUVtJILnuJmByZhP3tPP9wa5QA/s16000/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" title="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Every now and then, my sewing mojo goes missing. So, I need a project that's quick and easy but packs a major style punch. And that's what the <b><a href="https://shop.truebias.com/poduct/nikko-top-and-dress-pdf" target="_blank">True Bias Nikko Dress</a></b> does, packs a major punch. This is such a versatile dress that can be worn year round. I'm wearing it now with over-the-knee boots and by March, it could be sneakers or sandals.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlVf126TehG2u7qaz8Z9FCFKU6VKWpW9gx2ZO2bZ7oJBPAya5lu4YuiZlmJ3ULs3oeQlvtdMJcJi7NvaT8vEW0VgemNRAqy_i8bu4S0nG_HyVlk2tnITheEMZjCVnPCAcycOzS1Q/s1800/IMG_0487.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlVf126TehG2u7qaz8Z9FCFKU6VKWpW9gx2ZO2bZ7oJBPAya5lu4YuiZlmJ3ULs3oeQlvtdMJcJi7NvaT8vEW0VgemNRAqy_i8bu4S0nG_HyVlk2tnITheEMZjCVnPCAcycOzS1Q/s16000/IMG_0487.PNG" title="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I'd purchased this pattern a while ago and it had been on my list for the longest time. I decided to make it in this heather grey sweater knit with spandex. <i>(Spandex is so necessary in a sweater knit because it provides 'recovery'. You don't want to have a dress bagged out in the butt from sitting down.)</i> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5WOgBEiAVFFjWxWPEoc0JhElck4QDtWnJXl9kuhyphenhyphenKEriYlaaaT8JukIh7M0k3WSD3aTFLVhIzMEn6AI94MyYI2VyhkuN9T_Vl8JBNwpn4BK_rewahJ-6_UtIQgYYRn5WeJ904og/s2048/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5WOgBEiAVFFjWxWPEoc0JhElck4QDtWnJXl9kuhyphenhyphenKEriYlaaaT8JukIh7M0k3WSD3aTFLVhIzMEn6AI94MyYI2VyhkuN9T_Vl8JBNwpn4BK_rewahJ-6_UtIQgYYRn5WeJ904og/s16000/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" title="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I cut the size 14 and graded to the 16. At first, I wanted the maxi length. But after trying it on, it didn't feel like me. So I cut it down to a midi length. That's pretty much my go to hemline.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-ODQSMGoITNXmVusitx-qBMmR5MQi9dpxeZ8P0zSN2PFh71WiRKNa95jxyIXXaf1EcXAP1KoAxf2-RUEBb5gMxsXnE1YYtUgX08zvj_YHkbQWP-0m2ML66Tq_VQyzocTmGjXlnQ/s2048/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-ODQSMGoITNXmVusitx-qBMmR5MQi9dpxeZ8P0zSN2PFh71WiRKNa95jxyIXXaf1EcXAP1KoAxf2-RUEBb5gMxsXnE1YYtUgX08zvj_YHkbQWP-0m2ML66Tq_VQyzocTmGjXlnQ/s16000/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" title="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I adjusted the pattern by moving the side slits up higher.</div><blockquote><h3 style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.ericabunker.com/2020/11/sewing-knits-on-janome-memory-craft.html" target="_blank">Sewing Knits on the Janome Memory Craft 15000</a></b></h3></blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8OodFlbJLvoR68dfHGiWDFJY2O1YnlklKjPACN86xJe3XcZ6vKy-wY6GPaCMtOxHRFEaK25K-l50lzif4cYDs3PqSOpwkxr86IDuRKBrqbMSBwVDbs97uMJJTQ4OtrdgPdvAKfQ/s2048/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8OodFlbJLvoR68dfHGiWDFJY2O1YnlklKjPACN86xJe3XcZ6vKy-wY6GPaCMtOxHRFEaK25K-l50lzif4cYDs3PqSOpwkxr86IDuRKBrqbMSBwVDbs97uMJJTQ4OtrdgPdvAKfQ/s16000/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" title="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I added a center back seam in order to make a sway back adjustment and a full seat adjustment. When dealing with a curvy body, I find the more seams the better for refining the fit.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSsxmX4fBOknkLxOAb8rftz3E6KD9H19uNOS-YCPqrMtOfFKMDD8fRTvmdfh4tMl63ETz21gVCqfp7Topcq7LrCp5c57qt2Fc6Ql5nMVhmMFq0eIN2AjPagWN_USzrKMu2DeIMKQ/s2048/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSsxmX4fBOknkLxOAb8rftz3E6KD9H19uNOS-YCPqrMtOfFKMDD8fRTvmdfh4tMl63ETz21gVCqfp7Topcq7LrCp5c57qt2Fc6Ql5nMVhmMFq0eIN2AjPagWN_USzrKMu2DeIMKQ/s16000/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" title="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is a closeup of the collar and the armhole finishing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim3Mmn_a922WaIjjbqAzbQMQFVWZZzCzN2lIKxBt455j7qcaeK8DbpvcTrqMIjUeJG-g2skxozu-XOApAylOb2adxcHQ9UhTGCCxixasUf_PzJ_6DKj_-XS9JnACF54T5IMwFjbA/s2048/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim3Mmn_a922WaIjjbqAzbQMQFVWZZzCzN2lIKxBt455j7qcaeK8DbpvcTrqMIjUeJG-g2skxozu-XOApAylOb2adxcHQ9UhTGCCxixasUf_PzJ_6DKj_-XS9JnACF54T5IMwFjbA/s16000/Nikko+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" title="True Bias Nikko Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I love this dress and I can't believe I took this long to make it. The simplicity of the design make it such a versatile wardrobe addition. I'm sure I'll be making another version of this one soon.</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-86237780987762559842020-12-25T18:00:00.002-06:002020-12-27T11:20:18.385-06:00Accessorizing with Gold Statement Hoop Earrings!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg588U5MiEtTbYKAmm-bftuoOb1YPq2rzcG5v7_icF0DlPlS9TiNWMFSjAxF6SSqh8GhyphenhyphenltUstBfIH2nL9D2jMgr1sd_xYgGVk9_XLAJhpYxUfOm2RlWy15jFMMRgdqUrsmWt6Q1Q/s2000/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-13.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="2000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg588U5MiEtTbYKAmm-bftuoOb1YPq2rzcG5v7_icF0DlPlS9TiNWMFSjAxF6SSqh8GhyphenhyphenltUstBfIH2nL9D2jMgr1sd_xYgGVk9_XLAJhpYxUfOm2RlWy15jFMMRgdqUrsmWt6Q1Q/s16000/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-13.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">When I sew myself things, the final touches are always accessories. And my favorite way to accessorize is with a great pair of earrings that I can get an amazing amount of mileage out of. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijr1yYMFrQXJVWEwpAkdzow3KUZEaNBl1HKge6OijUIykkcd-YR-SXXYBwGRNwTAkz-vXT29J_m_GBVXg-8TkizXL2jxerwEUtg1EEj6iVErZ-qN6SMAc9cSoIYqIyUtpdoklzVQ/s2048/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijr1yYMFrQXJVWEwpAkdzow3KUZEaNBl1HKge6OijUIykkcd-YR-SXXYBwGRNwTAkz-vXT29J_m_GBVXg-8TkizXL2jxerwEUtg1EEj6iVErZ-qN6SMAc9cSoIYqIyUtpdoklzVQ/s16000/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made <b><a href="https://www.simplicity.com/simplicity-storefront-catalog/our-brands/simplicity/simplicity-sewing-pattern-s8992-misses-sweater-dress-and-cardigans-with-pattern-hacking-options/" target="_blank">Simplicity 8992</a></b>. I was thinking of how much wear I would be getting out of this. Because it's not only a great button-front sweater dress that would work well with these amazing boots, but also dressier heels.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJNHscWnnRNXePKzR1klofB_WYutDIeMxz_IT4yvl-8HaK80JKznSbJ36GMW81zddxHTLpSzgDG-Npbpel_Ggu4z7_6vv_I_hw4tkkWjt4jroI1wwVtUCp5v4T40zdSwN78-UEVg/s2048/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJNHscWnnRNXePKzR1klofB_WYutDIeMxz_IT4yvl-8HaK80JKznSbJ36GMW81zddxHTLpSzgDG-Npbpel_Ggu4z7_6vv_I_hw4tkkWjt4jroI1wwVtUCp5v4T40zdSwN78-UEVg/s16000/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQrdtlD2ln-4vQ1qdXyalNPGlMbmMIufoM3Z92cfWBmHqT0v7iN_yQA0gfxfPwwab-dhigsNHZW7btvrjUZ1c8Zw-od_nLPrLAfMHgR13kavAvQMSyrH59xXUkqrOLMw5XpBOivg/s2048/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQrdtlD2ln-4vQ1qdXyalNPGlMbmMIufoM3Z92cfWBmHqT0v7iN_yQA0gfxfPwwab-dhigsNHZW7btvrjUZ1c8Zw-od_nLPrLAfMHgR13kavAvQMSyrH59xXUkqrOLMw5XpBOivg/s16000/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">It also works as a duster over a cami and <b><a href="http://www.ericabunker.com/2019/09/new-tutorial-learn-to-sew-your-own-jeans.html" target="_blank">diy jeans.</a></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguuvifYP8TupH-ZgYho9AX40DGGToMFLQ66-Bna2irWZvbF6tQReHKNCd7cL8VhNZVSM3alpBp97Hf5n3BFNJ74A-uWQ9Ww_cec_AbxWSaweEaVYmjeOim9KjxMqqYQjhQ0s_7eA/s2048/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguuvifYP8TupH-ZgYho9AX40DGGToMFLQ66-Bna2irWZvbF6tQReHKNCd7cL8VhNZVSM3alpBp97Hf5n3BFNJ74A-uWQ9Ww_cec_AbxWSaweEaVYmjeOim9KjxMqqYQjhQ0s_7eA/s16000/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This dress was super easy to make. I cut the medium and lengthened it by 3 inches. I made my usual swayback and full seat adjustments. My fabric is a cranberry 3 x 4 rib knit that I bought from Mood Fabrics ages ago. I also decided to add D-rings for my belt.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">In case you've missed them before in the past, here are my favorite tips for working with knits:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">Have you ever noticed that even when you sew a knit garment and even use a stretch stitch, you sometimes hear threads popping when you put it on? </span><span style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: center;">U</span><span style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">sing the right thread is vital. I normally use all-purpose high-quality polyester thread. But if your seams will be taking a lot of stress, I suggest trying a stretch thread. </span><span style="background-color: white;">My new discovery can resolve that. </span><span style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;">It’s called <span class="il" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><b style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">SERAFLEX</b></span> and it’s the perfect sewing thread for all elastic fabrics. </span><span lang="DE" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;">It makes especially the straight stitch extremely stretchable </span></span><span style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;">(elongation of approx. 65%) and double seam elasticity can be achieved compared to seams with conventional sewing threads. Here is <b style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=G4Hzx49tQpw&feature=emb_title" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">a video</a></b> where you can see more about it.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Use a ballpoint sewing machine needle or a stretch needle. I always use Schmetz 80/12 Stretch Needles.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Use a walking foot if you have one. If you sew knits often, you need to invest. It's a life saver for sewing with difficult fabrics.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">There's a lot of debate on what type of stitch you should use when sewing knits. If your seams will be taking a lot of stress and expanding, then you'll need to use zig-zag or stretch stretch instead of a classic straight stitch. On the Memory Craft 15000, there's a feature called Sewing Applications and it takes a lot of the guesswork out. It contains preset stitches for different applications. For sewing with my knit, I used Stretch/Knit under seaming and Medium under the seaming category.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn_8TuTPcRfbEgaZESzT9Io2JLrjxrjwe-dJUtlCvh9EixiAFr8WYgkpQhyphenhyphenlQAhL8sOgUYWTASUsZdXelBhsKCTdG5_WuFqJUAZ53vv4TrjGh6mntTM-iffpqI4B_HWxKiMiMPaA/s2048/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn_8TuTPcRfbEgaZESzT9Io2JLrjxrjwe-dJUtlCvh9EixiAFr8WYgkpQhyphenhyphenlQAhL8sOgUYWTASUsZdXelBhsKCTdG5_WuFqJUAZ53vv4TrjGh6mntTM-iffpqI4B_HWxKiMiMPaA/s16000/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" /></a></div><span style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;">These gold statement hoop earrings are <b><a href="https://auratenewyork.com/collections/gold-hoop-earrings" target="_blank">Aurate Long Beam Hoops</a></b>. <span style="text-align: left;">I've been wearing these gold statement hoop earrings non-stop. They've become my favorite everyday piece to wear because they teeter between minimal and statement.</span></div></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimUuK6AaE_VCUMyNF_wvba4uJ-w0gGmrHbdLk-1uAEbk1rlaWZtXsVww2HnYl5Bm6fvkDtU3IIOH1tsmd6gGeNaQVdx7bkmBBJwjXADQTzI885NdYBEpHVYFytgKTov9Id1U_Ftg/s2048/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimUuK6AaE_VCUMyNF_wvba4uJ-w0gGmrHbdLk-1uAEbk1rlaWZtXsVww2HnYl5Bm6fvkDtU3IIOH1tsmd6gGeNaQVdx7bkmBBJwjXADQTzI885NdYBEpHVYFytgKTov9Id1U_Ftg/s16000/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" /></a></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWHpCslVYuQo58yFI6dMneSEXE_EghTG-T3BEU1oHYZkDPl8ZW-m25AKV3UHhzIkzb22mJnEsmdKunlBbgI1vDxagc-pW3OMCKDqabmwp2culFlR_K2VONtqCkN8P417sC-8NoYQ/s2048/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWHpCslVYuQo58yFI6dMneSEXE_EghTG-T3BEU1oHYZkDPl8ZW-m25AKV3UHhzIkzb22mJnEsmdKunlBbgI1vDxagc-pW3OMCKDqabmwp2culFlR_K2VONtqCkN8P417sC-8NoYQ/s16000/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" /></a></div>I was in the holiday spirit, so I pulled out <b><a href="http://www.ericabunker.com/2016/10/review-mccalls-7468-cut-out-shoulder.html" target="_blank">McCall's 7468</a></b>, because I love the colors in this dress. And gold statement hoop earrings blends with it so well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPu6CALIma_hBgIIDIM7rUmL9t8ff4QFTjmpInzIXgYo7oEtH5ySSGad19T4g0DrnYjzz6O8ij7HPgGsG0mZISQ6hRp90K7zdU5pF7M9kp14InwyJi48LYApBd-JTsraYANXJ0aQ/s1652/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-14.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1652" data-original-width="1652" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPu6CALIma_hBgIIDIM7rUmL9t8ff4QFTjmpInzIXgYo7oEtH5ySSGad19T4g0DrnYjzz6O8ij7HPgGsG0mZISQ6hRp90K7zdU5pF7M9kp14InwyJi48LYApBd-JTsraYANXJ0aQ/s16000/Aurate+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-14.jpg" /></a></div>They even look amazing and work perfectly with eveningwear.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinARj5smviN1Gmy70YKM-HNsi1kDOSyWlbLxN1xUnhi9gF5ZoxkkZSpp-P85Ak5kg_lKU9iu-1jM1SNrhJheOI4vPmd7p_GIFaY08abl9q0hcT6g4POob_mqczL-8PUQJv5vnhbQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-19.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinARj5smviN1Gmy70YKM-HNsi1kDOSyWlbLxN1xUnhi9gF5ZoxkkZSpp-P85Ak5kg_lKU9iu-1jM1SNrhJheOI4vPmd7p_GIFaY08abl9q0hcT6g4POob_mqczL-8PUQJv5vnhbQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-19.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">What's your favorite piece of jewelry you use to accessorize?</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-11565353619890363682020-12-21T14:30:00.002-06:002020-12-21T14:30:37.083-06:00McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsllbFC_porEKnkewglVHaD0z0RyUoMHX0-xLeycRCEkJ7HBq-z7gv7pMNDeKME_BMgnfZf8vAX9WtsIxk75WavKx00SP5ULPZbWHL3GbN_HDjFP1twnddzr4FuBT3bTIF0vMqRw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsllbFC_porEKnkewglVHaD0z0RyUoMHX0-xLeycRCEkJ7HBq-z7gv7pMNDeKME_BMgnfZf8vAX9WtsIxk75WavKx00SP5ULPZbWHL3GbN_HDjFP1twnddzr4FuBT3bTIF0vMqRw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">In celebration of the Winter Solstice, why not a fabulous winter white evening gown? If 2020, has taught me anything, it's taught me that life is short and I need to be living it to the fullest instead of waiting for the right occasion. So, when I saw my good friend <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CI8HjXoFL1B/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Kim's version of this dress</a></b>, I knew I had to dig out this pattern and make my own. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN4xbNlnXNtpuOVCSfFp-NtM2qHdPm2SCl1XNipUCAaeSZT5ia0lnlFJwqlsJOn3Y-bGqvdjg1Fhb79n2pjNNau4yt7ItLgUzkaJDkdaGciZrGqJRNjQivdDNSkFIB6vyMGYBwTA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN4xbNlnXNtpuOVCSfFp-NtM2qHdPm2SCl1XNipUCAaeSZT5ia0lnlFJwqlsJOn3Y-bGqvdjg1Fhb79n2pjNNau4yt7ItLgUzkaJDkdaGciZrGqJRNjQivdDNSkFIB6vyMGYBwTA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This is <b><a href="https://somethingdelightful.com/m8037" target="_blank">McCall's 8037, view B</a></b>. My fabric is stretch crepe in solid white from Joann.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOCNk9V6HEH1MGxFbrCeYSdJB2n1l7IKm14-XIjoDuIHKNHw6wr0g6MNvBwhxFclP3dBHV6uAl6ddZsHb7nD91Jjo3f77yoRzapCtj6toWMFP7uBLGED7dXU4jhEsGfAUnL1vRYw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-24.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOCNk9V6HEH1MGxFbrCeYSdJB2n1l7IKm14-XIjoDuIHKNHw6wr0g6MNvBwhxFclP3dBHV6uAl6ddZsHb7nD91Jjo3f77yoRzapCtj6toWMFP7uBLGED7dXU4jhEsGfAUnL1vRYw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-24.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoDNkkehOkmCrIY61YO9vahKyqQV7MgV7b6Ayz9gg5h2YggYARsGn26mhe6mCZqNLgyW7rGoRww6GYkNGkLkDKlmToRGuKd94w2lnIlNFsW_huh71rsz5veEUmdIpPmt7dTQjJJw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-25.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoDNkkehOkmCrIY61YO9vahKyqQV7MgV7b6Ayz9gg5h2YggYARsGn26mhe6mCZqNLgyW7rGoRww6GYkNGkLkDKlmToRGuKd94w2lnIlNFsW_huh71rsz5veEUmdIpPmt7dTQjJJw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-25.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I cut the size 16, because I was unsure if my fabric would have enough stretch. And the 16 was the right choice!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUBzVIXd9KU2cRmGaNOykavsm5mp9kGJqrvfxejqmsjczLH6iWCNYAzCDsKGlz8XpSIPgYshT1tNJcccodurENXgkX2ScXLztEbx5BhYhdCHCTssIC8vGTqSpsDHHucJxDrkFh3w/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-22.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUBzVIXd9KU2cRmGaNOykavsm5mp9kGJqrvfxejqmsjczLH6iWCNYAzCDsKGlz8XpSIPgYshT1tNJcccodurENXgkX2ScXLztEbx5BhYhdCHCTssIC8vGTqSpsDHHucJxDrkFh3w/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-22.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made my normal adjustments: I lengthened the front bodice and adjusted the back for my sway back.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVdvLarbcpRQLdmT96KT5MWpHb8kjOAllnxG2jAPICe-gQoY0MOe03F5WXAJSpLO2lk74mCNrMvQ0EjepWjTpCJexWqnnRAxdQKA6DT8tnu8TuwEzPr2kmjIgOQI7wLbYRc6ICwg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVdvLarbcpRQLdmT96KT5MWpHb8kjOAllnxG2jAPICe-gQoY0MOe03F5WXAJSpLO2lk74mCNrMvQ0EjepWjTpCJexWqnnRAxdQKA6DT8tnu8TuwEzPr2kmjIgOQI7wLbYRc6ICwg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu68o-Hz23FxzV9t26dNGSO2AZaGEjjgbR5ANhTWGN4y70wT2Ru3nrIMBLq51QpYDca0N4FF-5XMf4kUU7FbtHDftU3XqseqURr-ChFPrI_w-C9Lp_GTgSbEEDWCDSQX4hF-izjg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu68o-Hz23FxzV9t26dNGSO2AZaGEjjgbR5ANhTWGN4y70wT2Ru3nrIMBLq51QpYDca0N4FF-5XMf4kUU7FbtHDftU3XqseqURr-ChFPrI_w-C9Lp_GTgSbEEDWCDSQX4hF-izjg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This is how the bodice looks when it first goes together. The tie goes through the top of the neckline and an opening left between the bodice and skirt. This creates a deep V front opening.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBoA1xodtoFGRi30qrvyNyMeUjnwcW1GD6KuwATogd0llGMSGqdVZK7eG54jgbfz28mUjVw3Deb2CzTVWTam10QD0q4Wbx4SfJQKQcuTScodvI7W96OVLOmsiZc320QQIBc9DnuQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBoA1xodtoFGRi30qrvyNyMeUjnwcW1GD6KuwATogd0llGMSGqdVZK7eG54jgbfz28mUjVw3Deb2CzTVWTam10QD0q4Wbx4SfJQKQcuTScodvI7W96OVLOmsiZc320QQIBc9DnuQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4H3GO7uwLdl3CHYx8BOHpMiiaMJ46LbkZ7JXic30g_KYaYHUSYu3djxFGclMt07cYH6_o1Adr2OVTTzqFNaXRQqdhn2Az19syVbX7Lj0uj_HTLVbqAeGwdW474h3LExT91j1ttQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4H3GO7uwLdl3CHYx8BOHpMiiaMJ46LbkZ7JXic30g_KYaYHUSYu3djxFGclMt07cYH6_o1Adr2OVTTzqFNaXRQqdhn2Az19syVbX7Lj0uj_HTLVbqAeGwdW474h3LExT91j1ttQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-14.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I slip stitched the front to close it up enough to make it bra-friendly. My fabric just isn't heavy and opaque enough to go sans bra.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXtuMdiP7x58eSRa89O-7viShCQBXvnkaS96zFjZ6MH6-0VL1BdByPIXiyXDgDExzpHJWzbHRCP2ybYJ87zTOvDqMgez3T791ToVfVd34qf02afAny5j63Bs4M3vawQk-2lj7LlA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-23.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXtuMdiP7x58eSRa89O-7viShCQBXvnkaS96zFjZ6MH6-0VL1BdByPIXiyXDgDExzpHJWzbHRCP2ybYJ87zTOvDqMgez3T791ToVfVd34qf02afAny5j63Bs4M3vawQk-2lj7LlA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-23.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I made a 1.5" full seat adjustment and lengthened the skirt by 6 inches.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV4voJkERALfs-5CY_tRh4gQOXPb4LoDIuNWQ76Z04T-1DFBJz40z4RQT1DavquCAgAuNpgYnCR92CpzT6hIB2hv7xOcH27PUbULQrfmZHK43YLg4YO_0xU30YBDjUFfc_w5hkVg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV4voJkERALfs-5CY_tRh4gQOXPb4LoDIuNWQ76Z04T-1DFBJz40z4RQT1DavquCAgAuNpgYnCR92CpzT6hIB2hv7xOcH27PUbULQrfmZHK43YLg4YO_0xU30YBDjUFfc_w5hkVg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyHMmp1_VtnTLNULpb0kNI5Ki-Tfujn9PfGCLYMpcs2T7vFIO_Q-XquUehJayQRZf20krpLh2C3X0ygKBG_UaZfPJ5_x0x_UzvIH8r5cr2p8yhysiLFyQ5b7rZZk3MMtIAOGqRLg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyHMmp1_VtnTLNULpb0kNI5Ki-Tfujn9PfGCLYMpcs2T7vFIO_Q-XquUehJayQRZf20krpLh2C3X0ygKBG_UaZfPJ5_x0x_UzvIH8r5cr2p8yhysiLFyQ5b7rZZk3MMtIAOGqRLg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgne9UiaAl1BBkgwhZsDIkfYP61upYoNRUdwHp8wo9WHwR6b9vjo5hVapmS2krR21m7WZ1U_4WepSoxVt62gCe3kaWFGqN9EeQQBHLIkanEYfhnepQNabM-0Jjnma9JxbVdRLpzvg/s1533/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-15.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1533" data-original-width="1150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgne9UiaAl1BBkgwhZsDIkfYP61upYoNRUdwHp8wo9WHwR6b9vjo5hVapmS2krR21m7WZ1U_4WepSoxVt62gCe3kaWFGqN9EeQQBHLIkanEYfhnepQNabM-0Jjnma9JxbVdRLpzvg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-15.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div></div>I raised the slit about 2 inches. You can't tell because it's hidden behind the ties. But since my legs are pretty long, I could go a little higher. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiImTnTPOXFW_qikjXt2goveaWQ17SUQQ-hM6G7aMNa0JJJLh5B06c7on0QsI0858vT70epE2NOzZArW55V6rl0BfKAhdIHrJtKnzZUYIN8w_h0bTuKLQ-b4TIVRiuSfx2dXvwvmw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiImTnTPOXFW_qikjXt2goveaWQ17SUQQ-hM6G7aMNa0JJJLh5B06c7on0QsI0858vT70epE2NOzZArW55V6rl0BfKAhdIHrJtKnzZUYIN8w_h0bTuKLQ-b4TIVRiuSfx2dXvwvmw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8037+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" title="McCall's 8037 - Winter White Evening Gown - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I love this dress so much! As far as eveningwear goes, this is so comfortable. I didn't put on heavy duty Spanx... just a nude t-shirt bra and lightweight shapewear to prevent panty lines. I highly recommend this dress and for you to not be fearful of the plunging neckline. You sew... so sew it up!</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-46928854541261011292020-11-30T17:30:00.003-06:002020-11-30T18:07:04.388-06:00Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5sma83mx7u4ZcH7G0AkifU8r-CkwO4euJFUst1w6iuyM1qwr0nSw7RmjSCoFDCu0Y6mrbaJkadg_oxrpibz2ic9PaUxAOFkLEQmVGa4YQaRz8v-xu9E_JuuggWJQHkZCfthpj-Q/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-13.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5sma83mx7u4ZcH7G0AkifU8r-CkwO4euJFUst1w6iuyM1qwr0nSw7RmjSCoFDCu0Y6mrbaJkadg_oxrpibz2ic9PaUxAOFkLEQmVGa4YQaRz8v-xu9E_JuuggWJQHkZCfthpj-Q/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-13.jpg" title="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I've had my eye on those super trendy padded shoulder muscle t-shirts for months now. I'd toyed around with the idea of doing a DIY version using an oversized premade t-shirt. There are a gazillion tutorials on YouTube. But I ran across a pattern that already had the pieces. It's from <b><a href="https://sistermagpatterns.com/products/59-1-wide-shirt-with-shoulder-pads" target="_blank">Sister Mag Patterns</a></b>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm_aNe8aUFPwupPydf8-02ClVCGZbySVtjj9QZoKh84YwpALHxPxhCUN0E6knfTvqFqOnYAZjYq5Bncm5lvBCjSUt7gefaeq0_Ct50RJBUYrDsBf7IUeA1DPdezoii7vLAZH2jCg/s1659/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1659" data-original-width="1244" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm_aNe8aUFPwupPydf8-02ClVCGZbySVtjj9QZoKh84YwpALHxPxhCUN0E6knfTvqFqOnYAZjYq5Bncm5lvBCjSUt7gefaeq0_Ct50RJBUYrDsBf7IUeA1DPdezoii7vLAZH2jCg/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" title="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I wanted a substantial weight t-shirt fabric... nothing that would look threadbare in a couple months after constant washings. I picked <span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-family: inherit; text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.fabric.com/buy/0668320/telio-stretch-rayon-bamboo-french-terry-knit-white" target="_blank"><b>Telio Stretch Rayon Bamboo French Terry Knit White Fabric</b> from <b>Fabric.com</b></a>. It's soft enough to make baby pajamas!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix8Q4dnydPyCnyUmXzOxDRffD10ciaFKe6gtmuqjOWg2oABy-ILbYzTRP8yG6fhZt8B8uRZV-BpLCUVcp0URJ3V1Ef8Ai9Obw8WOniYkl5bnLtUiHa2sjlVNStgcFjiO4spV3rBg/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix8Q4dnydPyCnyUmXzOxDRffD10ciaFKe6gtmuqjOWg2oABy-ILbYzTRP8yG6fhZt8B8uRZV-BpLCUVcp0URJ3V1Ef8Ai9Obw8WOniYkl5bnLtUiHa2sjlVNStgcFjiO4spV3rBg/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" title="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Sewing knits can often be challenging. If not handled correctly, you can easily have a garment with stretched out seams and wavy hems. I'm going to give you some tips on how I created this shirt using the <b><a href="http://www.janome.com/machines/embroidery/qm-mc15000/" target="_blank">Janome Memory Craft 15000</a></b>. Now, you won't have to call that wavy hem a "lettuce edge" and pretend that you meant that!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEX2KII8bzwOEKqJ0yLEhN2nc11Sc7W3OCLxZGJWZv236OwUxQYuk_OJRRzPJcwF1A2sqPsHnrRWNQSbpiyz5hdDiK9RcXut_Gd3TxdDremB6w0yDmQTHKdM-VkAdGTsgTNN6brg/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits using Mettler Seraflex Elastic Thread - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEX2KII8bzwOEKqJ0yLEhN2nc11Sc7W3OCLxZGJWZv236OwUxQYuk_OJRRzPJcwF1A2sqPsHnrRWNQSbpiyz5hdDiK9RcXut_Gd3TxdDremB6w0yDmQTHKdM-VkAdGTsgTNN6brg/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" title="Sewing Knits using Mettler Seraflex Elastic Thread - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Have you ever noticed that even when you sew a knit garment and even use a stretch stitch, you sometimes hear threads popping when you put it on? <span style="text-align: center;">U</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px;">sing the right thread is vital. I normally use all-purpose high-quality polyester thread. But if your seams will be taking a lot of stress, I suggest trying a stretch thread. </span>My new discovery can resolve that. <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">It’s called <span class="il"><b>SERAFLEX</b></span> and it’s the perfect sewing thread for all elastic fabrics. </span><span lang="DE" style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">It makes especially the straight stitch extremely stretchable </span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: inherit; text-align: left;">(elongation of approx. 65%) and double seam elasticity can be achieved compared to seams with conventional sewing threads. Here is <b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=G4Hzx49tQpw&feature=emb_title" target="_blank">a video</a></b> where you can see more about it.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJhf3BrPcgdHJILkhx9W69dExy6r5w_LTUL5gf_UtFfr6Dn4BikfgdxQ5dhUkY97LD9Xbu0G7uXCUMJWI7ylUFIA1VACBLC6BAf29rV5D_i4OonoeJIHPblZ8w_FEr99qd2AorlA/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJhf3BrPcgdHJILkhx9W69dExy6r5w_LTUL5gf_UtFfr6Dn4BikfgdxQ5dhUkY97LD9Xbu0G7uXCUMJWI7ylUFIA1VACBLC6BAf29rV5D_i4OonoeJIHPblZ8w_FEr99qd2AorlA/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" title="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9bvs9IPQrcBTMwvDRpg4HsaxXLqIF8SE-G1Ec-gekUHlL_Q88D1niA5-o40SEiU5JK6PoT6C2AX31N6f9EFet9-N7G-6bMd1sM2cMGwfGD0oSH1MZkoBFxLC0ubPVx7NLD2NjLQ/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits using Schmetz 80/12 Stretch Needles - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9bvs9IPQrcBTMwvDRpg4HsaxXLqIF8SE-G1Ec-gekUHlL_Q88D1niA5-o40SEiU5JK6PoT6C2AX31N6f9EFet9-N7G-6bMd1sM2cMGwfGD0oSH1MZkoBFxLC0ubPVx7NLD2NjLQ/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" title="Sewing Knits using Schmetz 80/12 Stretch Needles - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Use a ballpoint sewing machine needle or a stretch needle. I always use Schmetz 80/12 Stretch Needles.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlriCQdT8IULet2kEePs-TpJj-cDXNHaNuLXKAt0LwcuWoinkCggt_y-cjNVCV0wajow3DSH4v5PHU2myYx8j2DTSwWZHrKpi9sY3CHXksbPIA-uhMBDun-tUE7CDQXkZRVM9Nrw/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" style="background-color: white; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits using the Walking Foot on Janome Memory Craft 15000 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlriCQdT8IULet2kEePs-TpJj-cDXNHaNuLXKAt0LwcuWoinkCggt_y-cjNVCV0wajow3DSH4v5PHU2myYx8j2DTSwWZHrKpi9sY3CHXksbPIA-uhMBDun-tUE7CDQXkZRVM9Nrw/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" title="Sewing Knits using the Walking Foot on Janome Memory Craft 15000 - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlriCQdT8IULet2kEePs-TpJj-cDXNHaNuLXKAt0LwcuWoinkCggt_y-cjNVCV0wajow3DSH4v5PHU2myYx8j2DTSwWZHrKpi9sY3CHXksbPIA-uhMBDun-tUE7CDQXkZRVM9Nrw/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg"></a>Use a walking foot if you have one. If you sew knits often, you need to invest. It's a life saver for sewing with difficult fabrics.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz49FqYM8GxhkC5LEkA-HIt5WzJemXNdf9xTgueAxe3ziL_dWiNRIN0k8ukjTOX3rpOQMWuCOCGmFsHXCuskJ35ezNAYXxXiQSjC7CydE0LwPtTyi6pNJswafZqrkMtRxKKZRbpg/s1800/IMG_7460.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, using the Sewing Applications feature. Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1583" data-original-width="1800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz49FqYM8GxhkC5LEkA-HIt5WzJemXNdf9xTgueAxe3ziL_dWiNRIN0k8ukjTOX3rpOQMWuCOCGmFsHXCuskJ35ezNAYXxXiQSjC7CydE0LwPtTyi6pNJswafZqrkMtRxKKZRbpg/s16000/IMG_7460.PNG" title="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, using the Sewing Applications feature. Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a>There's a lot of debate on what type of stitch you should use when sewing knits. If your seams will be taking a lot of stress and expanding, then you'll need to use zig-zag or stretch stretch instead of a classic straight stitch. On the Memory Craft 15000, there's a feature called Sewing Applications and it takes a lot of the guesswork out. It contains preset stitches for different applications. For sewing with my knit, I used Stretch/Knit under seaming and Medium under the seaming category.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj8ekd1cSs_7MUFp9LMz4ELMGYYHJuuuhOQIRSxGXq2pDenHHrkKbCfwsdg703LqnQ21J-GQWvS8OzcgTWrnMcEJFplXmJMekS3UCr2fLXqFH9mlyHoy648eNLS5Fy11F1jwBX3w/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj8ekd1cSs_7MUFp9LMz4ELMGYYHJuuuhOQIRSxGXq2pDenHHrkKbCfwsdg703LqnQ21J-GQWvS8OzcgTWrnMcEJFplXmJMekS3UCr2fLXqFH9mlyHoy648eNLS5Fy11F1jwBX3w/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Remember that knits don't fray, but the edges tend to roll like crazy. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirxRogrml94kpEqyHglyPTOk8c_r4lCS2ayNDYhw8ubm6O-jYpnC-TDuzI_oifeepk46PRtMDqxgdob-Idxz2FPi24hlmrN5dlrvWU2Pz7vz7YLCtKcTLGsQpe_8UB9VPuLGS5PQ/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirxRogrml94kpEqyHglyPTOk8c_r4lCS2ayNDYhw8ubm6O-jYpnC-TDuzI_oifeepk46PRtMDqxgdob-Idxz2FPi24hlmrN5dlrvWU2Pz7vz7YLCtKcTLGsQpe_8UB9VPuLGS5PQ/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" /></a></div></span><div style="text-align: center;">I always use spray starch and press them flat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0jkZ0_Hqxd_693FCcs_GGYqsHLY3lMD7Jzp1Hz8iF81euNBuPtCQ2xOf6VfbWefZ2qrBpduY7wteWROEuN5Nvh9GK_nzo8yls-cwmoJOgjuuRedpTVFIse6cymket7ahxv9thWQ/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-15.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0jkZ0_Hqxd_693FCcs_GGYqsHLY3lMD7Jzp1Hz8iF81euNBuPtCQ2xOf6VfbWefZ2qrBpduY7wteWROEuN5Nvh9GK_nzo8yls-cwmoJOgjuuRedpTVFIse6cymket7ahxv9thWQ/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-15.jpg" title="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">I DIY'ed the shoulder pads...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigf1dWf9GZlM_5gCyVPLGaO347m7sB6e3zgXYWVFMctwaup1Il5M1v7VR83N6YO6EMiq1UXIPn3HLK8myYAOkuMxmIYqd35uiy09zTOnm4yYUj-SbvT0nEyKNJgQMgIsYQ6U4f6A/s1875/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1875" data-original-width="1406" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigf1dWf9GZlM_5gCyVPLGaO347m7sB6e3zgXYWVFMctwaup1Il5M1v7VR83N6YO6EMiq1UXIPn3HLK8myYAOkuMxmIYqd35uiy09zTOnm4yYUj-SbvT0nEyKNJgQMgIsYQ6U4f6A/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" title="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div></div>This is a cute pattern, but I felt it hanged down the shoulder farther than I'd imagined it would. So, I added pleats to each side to draw it back up.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieh76CQF6jeb6zEXk2vWFMOsI-IXzl6pt3CgbgbddsmfotbNchTTQjRZ85raA947ZU1ptFo5svtrXSIELXQtKTCEGYWXsfCq5OFCmTye_ux3e7_fTSuKGD8sH7WNkoWe7vBfDkRQ/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieh76CQF6jeb6zEXk2vWFMOsI-IXzl6pt3CgbgbddsmfotbNchTTQjRZ85raA947ZU1ptFo5svtrXSIELXQtKTCEGYWXsfCq5OFCmTye_ux3e7_fTSuKGD8sH7WNkoWe7vBfDkRQ/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" title="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">I finished with a one inch hem with a zig zag stitch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfGaYTVKfJbI1nDcqU5q8JF67HQhrto8hHLEtslDQflop39Z8XuRwOI7ajuUuUkHEFCEqR7T0ej37xVBZD5B81RdBMR8ZS2lZPxSD7pK4zdh5Jg2Y3S1gU1vF145xhbBdOhRDWjQ/s2048/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-14.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1540" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfGaYTVKfJbI1nDcqU5q8JF67HQhrto8hHLEtslDQflop39Z8XuRwOI7ajuUuUkHEFCEqR7T0ej37xVBZD5B81RdBMR8ZS2lZPxSD7pK4zdh5Jg2Y3S1gU1vF145xhbBdOhRDWjQ/s16000/Padded+Shoulder+T-Shirt+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-14.jpg" title="Sewing Knits on Janome Memory Craft 15000, while creating a trendy padded shoulder t-shirt -- Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">The pants are <b>Simplicity 8749</b>.</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-45562927236969401512020-11-23T10:00:00.003-06:002020-11-23T11:46:46.820-06:00Style Sew Me - Anna Dress!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtTioZemxWz0mepr7ESNtgZRuU-nfuQfxB6RBl5HyRzDJymX1EbNSZbC8quF6B3oGZdH1sASD-xw0Oi7yudEEfo1QidifOVB5yQ2DP-PcForQ3CoExJTs8TdoKRlsc22ZILARB0g/s2048/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtTioZemxWz0mepr7ESNtgZRuU-nfuQfxB6RBl5HyRzDJymX1EbNSZbC8quF6B3oGZdH1sASD-xw0Oi7yudEEfo1QidifOVB5yQ2DP-PcForQ3CoExJTs8TdoKRlsc22ZILARB0g/s16000/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" title="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This dress is the latest release from <b>Eryn</b> at <b>Style Sew Me Patterns</b>. She's called the <b><a href="https://shop.stylesewme.com/collections/printed-patterns/products/anna-handkerchief-hem-dress-patterns" target="_blank">"Anna Dress"</a></b>. Eryn reached out to me to help launch this amazing new pattern which is available today:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><ul style="background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: start;"><li style="margin-left: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="https://shop.stylesewme.com/products/anna-handkerchief-hem-dress-patterns?aff=2" target="_blank">Anna Printed</a></b></span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http:// https://shop.stylesewme.com/products/anna-handkerchief-hem-dress-pattern-digital?aff=2" target="_blank">Anna Digital</a></b></span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="https://shop.stylesewme.com/products/lolo-blouse-with-collar-ties-pattern-digital?aff=2" target="_blank">Lolo Printed</a></b></span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="https://shop.stylesewme.com/products/lolo-blouse-with-collar-ties-pattern-digital?aff=2" target="_blank">Lolo Digital</a></b></span></li></ul></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7_T2FxvOyknNU5FBfR6bABO9rb8Szq-oupaL3kZ_rdgHSnrHxM4TThMgZC5wxOzZB2MAqtyFIgXVEDZprjPZHYHa-YA-mL5QcHUimIuOmOLc2GWWR6DuVie5VcKcenAL82977lg/s2048/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7_T2FxvOyknNU5FBfR6bABO9rb8Szq-oupaL3kZ_rdgHSnrHxM4TThMgZC5wxOzZB2MAqtyFIgXVEDZprjPZHYHa-YA-mL5QcHUimIuOmOLc2GWWR6DuVie5VcKcenAL82977lg/s16000/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" title="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">My fabric is <a href="https://www.fabric.com/buy/0725458/telio-mojito-slub-linen-look-dotted-print-red" target="_blank"><b>Telio Mojito Slub Linen Look Dotted Print Red</b> from <b>Fabric.com</b></a>. <i>Note: This pattern is drafted to use 60" wide fabric.</i> Based on the Style Sew Me Patterns size chart, I cut the size L (14-16). I have a large waist to hip ratio, so I ended up taking a few inches out of the waist area. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRCehGInsYudaE1cQbYnC0ODiEhtxA9kgxQjMb27-sWxvehizuoqrrgNY8dqAHClkupEBSjZkwFB_pw6h9jYjKolyVKXO2vr4LMmvrxkdf-2p9A_vmQSQoDPtmhgOrFCEI1PAImA/s2048/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRCehGInsYudaE1cQbYnC0ODiEhtxA9kgxQjMb27-sWxvehizuoqrrgNY8dqAHClkupEBSjZkwFB_pw6h9jYjKolyVKXO2vr4LMmvrxkdf-2p9A_vmQSQoDPtmhgOrFCEI1PAImA/s16000/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" title="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">With any pattern that I sew, I have to make changes, alterations and modifications so that the pattern will best suit me. The neckline on the pattern was too high for me. I look best in deep v-necks and scoop necks. I like visible clavicles and I give good décolletage. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp6Q1Eeje0KYQS6IcyMczfCi0VbEyP-RiRQPie0my8wKQ3dJN2oUO9fFEG9J_ZWuW0loSOuC20-EiWD9xdlKD_AYIhAwEM5h0-aDJrdcclJ6Te5bUAMjL4RsLJ4-w-8StVkUhvAw/s2048/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-12.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp6Q1Eeje0KYQS6IcyMczfCi0VbEyP-RiRQPie0my8wKQ3dJN2oUO9fFEG9J_ZWuW0loSOuC20-EiWD9xdlKD_AYIhAwEM5h0-aDJrdcclJ6Te5bUAMjL4RsLJ4-w-8StVkUhvAw/s16000/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-12.jpg" title="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">So, I opened up the neckline by lowering the center front by 3 inches. When lowering a neckline, always draw the line slightly curved so that it will contour to your chest and not gape. And if you have a facing, don't forget to re-draft your facing as well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdxoTzSmcnMKHMQYt7GxAGo4ueblikQb_zrDPz9eIfHFRw6igOQvuDsiBGKlVPz0k6iCnj7hASSX_tJh6y1AKci6czKTNKTW3Bx_zQa8vj72vMmKa_trJI6tNJuVyUAoytLo563g/s2048/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdxoTzSmcnMKHMQYt7GxAGo4ueblikQb_zrDPz9eIfHFRw6igOQvuDsiBGKlVPz0k6iCnj7hASSX_tJh6y1AKci6czKTNKTW3Bx_zQa8vj72vMmKa_trJI6tNJuVyUAoytLo563g/s16000/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" title="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This pattern is drafted with an interfaced sleeve facing. I opted to omit that. After I tried on the dress, I decided that I wanted to go with a softer sleeve finish by simply hemming it.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1__4r5qmOaKTN6MTxyGl7lJYAcq7IBt8t6lJ8ZGlTm2eC0hXSAk8JfhyPb5-8igBQApN6lkFUxxyUNITnD6pb_WH7PVyZlrE3LUnyLtKiXHakzJlGTMwgFWGdW4jlEBX36X8epA/s2048/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1__4r5qmOaKTN6MTxyGl7lJYAcq7IBt8t6lJ8ZGlTm2eC0hXSAk8JfhyPb5-8igBQApN6lkFUxxyUNITnD6pb_WH7PVyZlrE3LUnyLtKiXHakzJlGTMwgFWGdW4jlEBX36X8epA/s16000/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" title="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRxuUMWkrXXk_BS0EKTSYTZldbARY9CU5bLW1kjguC61sM-dNOCbqIZUYjEdoZAbXygWEgMPYLdrPF0NwMOox112N8OVrFEuR7B8Ekvs8ZT0WXbqUqo0c9f49yxDLseS78LSkXFQ/s2048/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRxuUMWkrXXk_BS0EKTSYTZldbARY9CU5bLW1kjguC61sM-dNOCbqIZUYjEdoZAbXygWEgMPYLdrPF0NwMOox112N8OVrFEuR7B8Ekvs8ZT0WXbqUqo0c9f49yxDLseS78LSkXFQ/s16000/Style+Sew+Me+-+Anna+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" title="Style Sew Me - Anna Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><span style="text-align: justify;">I love the asymmetrical handkerchief hem. They're always fun to wear and make me want to just flutter and flounce about.</span>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-44079333322808623282020-11-10T10:30:00.001-06:002020-11-10T10:39:26.871-06:00Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwOJ3uhtUAUHoYI78LHDkBVHpIqczkMsjDcncd_lokarIXT8RXZuX4Pl4MTlAVmN-FBdUcDR1b4A3cy16MYAicUZct4UVj-Nd4qqLRTOFQdxEDkvXfnub_vAaWDDIrrWbvSKH9-A/s2048/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwOJ3uhtUAUHoYI78LHDkBVHpIqczkMsjDcncd_lokarIXT8RXZuX4Pl4MTlAVmN-FBdUcDR1b4A3cy16MYAicUZct4UVj-Nd4qqLRTOFQdxEDkvXfnub_vAaWDDIrrWbvSKH9-A/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">My sweet sewing friend <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dibsandthemachine/" target="_blank">Dibs Maxwell</a></b>, gifted me this gorgeous green wool crepe from her store <b><a href="https://www.selvedgeandbolts.com/collections/wool?page=3" target="_blank">Selvedge and Bolts</a></b>. The fabric is so gorgeous that I wanted to make something that I would enjoy wearing often, and this fabric is lightweight enough to go from fall to spring.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSTiFisYudEZMDdNl2g3slsCCHRzcJe00eHAiyF3yN1hByDqwyyqPgmiEb_MdwLUJkAmhpEYczNgjmPmdZA_LNxJOhYTKPMH8f1Z3NNbi_ups5XVz67_YwAWp-2r6jIg000H5Xfg/s1200/Wool+Crepe+Inspiration.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSTiFisYudEZMDdNl2g3slsCCHRzcJe00eHAiyF3yN1hByDqwyyqPgmiEb_MdwLUJkAmhpEYczNgjmPmdZA_LNxJOhYTKPMH8f1Z3NNbi_ups5XVz67_YwAWp-2r6jIg000H5Xfg/s16000/Wool+Crepe+Inspiration.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i>Source: <b><a href="https://www.net-a-porter.com/en-us/shop/product/emilia-wickstead/gerda-off-the-shoulder-wool-crepe-top/1088558" target="_blank">Look 1</a></b> and<b><a href="https://www.theoutnet.com/en-us/shop/product/lela-rose/tops/off-the-shoulder-top/off-the-shoulder-faux-pearl-embellished-wool-crepe-top/10516758729043493?tp=175318&cm_mmc=PartnerizeUS&CA&utm_campaign=shopstyle&utm_medium=affiliation&utm_source=PartnerizeUS&CA&shopstyle=shopstyle" target="_blank"> Look 2</a></b></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">I researched wool crepe separates and the possibilities were so good. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlypPoI7wMBGDZN1lknLteppfoaXWRW4EzlO6FzZKjzVNltLApR_nEBkIh_LMEpY_2oVvdOs-WL-W18P5LG9dmm4myiJGs5A2BmPP6byRpg7zOwQ2eU4K3Aecaagzm_AkiTMAzOg/s2048/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlypPoI7wMBGDZN1lknLteppfoaXWRW4EzlO6FzZKjzVNltLApR_nEBkIh_LMEpY_2oVvdOs-WL-W18P5LG9dmm4myiJGs5A2BmPP6byRpg7zOwQ2eU4K3Aecaagzm_AkiTMAzOg/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I decided to go with <b><a href="https://www.simplicity.com/simplicity-storefront-catalog/clearance/simplicity-pattern-8693-misses-one-shoulder-tops/" target="_blank">Simplicity 8693</a></b>. I can't believe I slept on this pattern for so long. I bought it when it was initially released, but never got around to it. And it turned out to be perfect for this cut of fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyPKYschFZnphsXwA1B7mx8Ux-e-iwg_FNdkVg4xVYsk1swZ80gG38COyYWltPw8t2fFYf51ahc5n0S7f0ocyH4egJJhfqWqFXitjoyMD4fAFrF1og1cJJ1l4VuJkpANcYoWOEjA/s2048/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyPKYschFZnphsXwA1B7mx8Ux-e-iwg_FNdkVg4xVYsk1swZ80gG38COyYWltPw8t2fFYf51ahc5n0S7f0ocyH4egJJhfqWqFXitjoyMD4fAFrF1og1cJJ1l4VuJkpANcYoWOEjA/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><b><i>Pre-shrinking 100% Wool Crepe: </i></b>Now, you can spend the big bucks and take your 100% wool crepe to the dry cleaners and have them steam it for you. Or, if you're like me -- throw it in the dryer with a wet towel. Always serge the raw edges first. Make sure it's a well-used towel, so that you won't get lint all over your beautiful cut of wool. Wet the towel thoroughly with hot water... soaked all the way through, but not dripping. Set your dryer to high for about 40 minutes. And lay your fabric flat to cool.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmwqQ6_m2bKEB0OlkwYOGIWy5EZ9kB7t9iuOLHTt6tzdQwQ9NGzo4FTUuZWZL21xDeWrPE3gd3M4z47WkwawQ0kD0UyHw_6WNF7ED7Pr9Bq9k9PkTrAdf_Y8Fp8DhC2pZV9FNBGg/s2048/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmwqQ6_m2bKEB0OlkwYOGIWy5EZ9kB7t9iuOLHTt6tzdQwQ9NGzo4FTUuZWZL21xDeWrPE3gd3M4z47WkwawQ0kD0UyHw_6WNF7ED7Pr9Bq9k9PkTrAdf_Y8Fp8DhC2pZV9FNBGg/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I cut the size 16, to insure that it would hang properly off the shoulder. I didn't need to make any adjustments at all to this. It was perfect straight from the envelope.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9A3XMZHrWxEW1PHAyC4etyhmNj_JGRBQGL6I6EsTDjQkE-kSUnkTvhtdSGr58fdm1UkQUy5zFXuKm4irpkrrPSHwXgHCLDtNxOIR2lx0T2RYD_vbw3lKsVqwvAphq6SyRvfKwdA/s2048/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9A3XMZHrWxEW1PHAyC4etyhmNj_JGRBQGL6I6EsTDjQkE-kSUnkTvhtdSGr58fdm1UkQUy5zFXuKm4irpkrrPSHwXgHCLDtNxOIR2lx0T2RYD_vbw3lKsVqwvAphq6SyRvfKwdA/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">It's the button sleeve detail for me! This is what sold me on this pattern and what makes it unique.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6T1E4qVq1Sy84XwcIF70xLRFgjjC7rh70pawTXmUodMUhfshkowKw1uxzyeUb1bs1RwUsTZH60rMmXVwrxyfXDrhsY3hDmOkeA28E-mUL2QjbCURQUGKiNJnqaWXhaYL4LVPZAA/s1623/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1623" data-original-width="1217" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6T1E4qVq1Sy84XwcIF70xLRFgjjC7rh70pawTXmUodMUhfshkowKw1uxzyeUb1bs1RwUsTZH60rMmXVwrxyfXDrhsY3hDmOkeA28E-mUL2QjbCURQUGKiNJnqaWXhaYL4LVPZAA/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These are functioning buttonholes!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ_WgmJztWxqt1yO9eVciCjmgLlqU0CSxvWymFJRE2_TbBscCMKWzWL82zAlZi5shYSJZUxGkfLHPBr1DpR85wG6gYsWD-Xo0fiU85-85Glit4RhzTDCqF0aAwVJRwQpju2WATPA/s2048/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ_WgmJztWxqt1yO9eVciCjmgLlqU0CSxvWymFJRE2_TbBscCMKWzWL82zAlZi5shYSJZUxGkfLHPBr1DpR85wG6gYsWD-Xo0fiU85-85Glit4RhzTDCqF0aAwVJRwQpju2WATPA/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwXBgUu4f8wnIeHYz1cJbwIRvsKhZCvbsLreRm_LSplEKEVmz-LcV9zEvkZHafOwPfnShwwd0PSZBYQTV3OZ1OfUVt3aTimfP2-Bs72iY1LkpAnwFhfSjfM4uiNzSMR2foWqSW9A/s2048/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwXBgUu4f8wnIeHYz1cJbwIRvsKhZCvbsLreRm_LSplEKEVmz-LcV9zEvkZHafOwPfnShwwd0PSZBYQTV3OZ1OfUVt3aTimfP2-Bs72iY1LkpAnwFhfSjfM4uiNzSMR2foWqSW9A/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-12.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>Here is a close up of my buttons. They are gold metal shank buttons size 24L/15MM (5/8") from Mood Fabrics.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy5ALHcDUBDKYELRGItxDlCEgUDoDSx9rHAYzhL6K1jCQNgvPrPdlVEBMFEh6XXKgLymrTy6-FXqXxA6q9BmNkN7oSvPy88BBT4h1d2StYAbhwWHYV2W-aTqbZyhjwzENw2GaO_Q/s2048/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy5ALHcDUBDKYELRGItxDlCEgUDoDSx9rHAYzhL6K1jCQNgvPrPdlVEBMFEh6XXKgLymrTy6-FXqXxA6q9BmNkN7oSvPy88BBT4h1d2StYAbhwWHYV2W-aTqbZyhjwzENw2GaO_Q/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The front and the back of the pattern is exactly the same. And the neckline is incredibly flattering.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitV_zZtHTO1iOqKzb2PpFawgyG4-Ssu1nFAqTYLl2yHLhLi0YF1IFxqn5-b7uWNog6_4r39ksiokwrqlCeC43UKbmIxcA5Q_84m6zsPRHBkvzykFCRZbCq117GnYvK2sfLBVbkoA/s2048/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitV_zZtHTO1iOqKzb2PpFawgyG4-Ssu1nFAqTYLl2yHLhLi0YF1IFxqn5-b7uWNog6_4r39ksiokwrqlCeC43UKbmIxcA5Q_84m6zsPRHBkvzykFCRZbCq117GnYvK2sfLBVbkoA/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>See my tutorial on <b><a href="http://www.ericabunker.com/2018/12/new-tutorial-how-to-sew-lined-pants.html" target="_blank">How to Sew Lined Pants</a></b>!</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This top is versatile enough to work with jeans and a dressier trouser.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB72WswZqjQjebmD1-ll8HRA1jRSvv_ws4loiii1t1RSXu_43SDlLc7Mw1vHA2VmWCgMWifQ_zoH___HP1XR1MdBiTzYLdJQhIgrC5Ifnl6n5yNLmzFQ5pBNihPQkuEossYeZXBw/s2048/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB72WswZqjQjebmD1-ll8HRA1jRSvv_ws4loiii1t1RSXu_43SDlLc7Mw1vHA2VmWCgMWifQ_zoH___HP1XR1MdBiTzYLdJQhIgrC5Ifnl6n5yNLmzFQ5pBNihPQkuEossYeZXBw/s16000/Simplicity+8693+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" title="Simplicity 8693 - Off the Shoulder Button Sleeve Top - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>See my tutorial on <b><a href="http://www.ericabunker.com/2019/09/new-tutorial-learn-to-sew-your-own-jeans.html" target="_blank">How to Sew Your Own Jeans</a></b>!</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love this top so much and I'm going to wear it so much this season.</div>Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-54344593473626224052020-10-27T14:45:00.001-05:002020-10-27T14:47:54.409-05:00McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHNWGLL9MTKTSb-K8RllQCMn9uJ2UXyTugY7m4DWV4u9Ab7-i4gOHhJ2RswUqEAymBDmnTkXFcLTFbz1hfIk0P4uA9omd7yBW3EdmhNrli6LJ2LsPbKQhh7perntGEcbDAg1NzqA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHNWGLL9MTKTSb-K8RllQCMn9uJ2UXyTugY7m4DWV4u9Ab7-i4gOHhJ2RswUqEAymBDmnTkXFcLTFbz1hfIk0P4uA9omd7yBW3EdmhNrli6LJ2LsPbKQhh7perntGEcbDAg1NzqA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Tapered pants with ankle details, be it button taps or ties, are one of the hottest trends of this season. They're everywhere. Since the pandemic, I've been living in stretchy pants and I'm ready to toss them aside. Utility-inspired cargos in everything from twills to suiting fabrics are in my feeds and now on my mind. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqWjI4ad6J8BohexGQVe3Cw-6N2YrYdr37ga89pcxMAzcM-rBcSwPKyuzPCFbJqOuX0cp8FZw-WXVYHbEBDS17Y7hwQpG609ObgoHo_eBzNHPQrY9dotRvesQ3ndESkqiGKk-aTQ/s927/IMG_6137.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="927" data-original-width="695" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqWjI4ad6J8BohexGQVe3Cw-6N2YrYdr37ga89pcxMAzcM-rBcSwPKyuzPCFbJqOuX0cp8FZw-WXVYHbEBDS17Y7hwQpG609ObgoHo_eBzNHPQrY9dotRvesQ3ndESkqiGKk-aTQ/w480-h640/IMG_6137.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I was inspired by this style. And <b><a href="https://somethingdelightful.com/m8045" target="_blank">McCall's 8045</a></b> just made since. The princess seams were designed to be colorblocked.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgZ_3haYPzxLnS72vbEbnHvM9zT5poIwApAjJb-yBjPUO0g7F4ugJp0-MQA-CcgHckISAm-aLQyr7oYAtlUipl45WomELN0NKMSfnCHXzCOH3HRDxXO6Mo4jHrNgMeXrD9stPdlQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgZ_3haYPzxLnS72vbEbnHvM9zT5poIwApAjJb-yBjPUO0g7F4ugJp0-MQA-CcgHckISAm-aLQyr7oYAtlUipl45WomELN0NKMSfnCHXzCOH3HRDxXO6Mo4jHrNgMeXrD9stPdlQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-14.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">For my pants, I sewed them using my <b><a href="https://www.janome.com/machines/embroidery/qm-mc15000/" target="_blank">Janome Memory Craft 15000</a></b> and the <b><a href="https://www.janome.com/machines/sergers/at2000d/" target="_blank">Janome AirThread 2000D</a></b>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAjXZ7X3uQUP_lALjinIw81Zs-XWb2GwtsY_wnIwVU_81b2_GETFfTPAX2iZ84-vK5j8dE1hDdv2XN5Pabk-jTfD9OnIBXFSlvdbES1qG-q2ircd1JJ0QTNe4VKje-tgYYe-Z82g/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAjXZ7X3uQUP_lALjinIw81Zs-XWb2GwtsY_wnIwVU_81b2_GETFfTPAX2iZ84-vK5j8dE1hDdv2XN5Pabk-jTfD9OnIBXFSlvdbES1qG-q2ircd1JJ0QTNe4VKje-tgYYe-Z82g/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">My fabric is two different shades of khaki cotton twills with some stretch. I've had them for a while, but I'm pretty sure they came from Mood Fabrics. I cut the size 16 and graded to the 18 at the hip and back to the 16 through the legs.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg-kip2Siatxa8q_qy9zYtGAn8uRnY-j-5NHZt3pk6yUcpaDN5iiN13BrSY6Xhn3ABPeJsKWb6CRQbDENPPZGKErQdlKSLPIrNPnSiXzdvB_r1PwJijVUJS0gphZUdaQyf_3N9mg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg-kip2Siatxa8q_qy9zYtGAn8uRnY-j-5NHZt3pk6yUcpaDN5iiN13BrSY6Xhn3ABPeJsKWb6CRQbDENPPZGKErQdlKSLPIrNPnSiXzdvB_r1PwJijVUJS0gphZUdaQyf_3N9mg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-4.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">These days, there is just no getting around not doing a full seat adjustment for pants. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWBj-5BX5y8aFVOQbhaVOp0W2x_QRJOUptO1_fik_mN7pNvmL36YwQi_fshnBkPb-FyP8pM3B0Qw1iDElIFXq2EDyOpaO2uCcJ1sVtKUfa2eB2dDtAUgshJEQrRFqM9lYeUAAknQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWBj-5BX5y8aFVOQbhaVOp0W2x_QRJOUptO1_fik_mN7pNvmL36YwQi_fshnBkPb-FyP8pM3B0Qw1iDElIFXq2EDyOpaO2uCcJ1sVtKUfa2eB2dDtAUgshJEQrRFqM9lYeUAAknQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made a 1.5" adjustment on the back and the side back pieces and half an inch to the crotch length. I also added three inches to the length.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv9z4QyytzoTKTy4yOcBAFT1TXGsc-JT0wbd7-M8yXnAF6n5d3sYfOj3VjFMPqgzqSoc6Kz_eWs1UdN7l0-uLwdrST3Mg7Vg60Oez73_I-_K6ItgrwI0r7HjQDwa01hdKP4AtlMA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv9z4QyytzoTKTy4yOcBAFT1TXGsc-JT0wbd7-M8yXnAF6n5d3sYfOj3VjFMPqgzqSoc6Kz_eWs1UdN7l0-uLwdrST3Mg7Vg60Oez73_I-_K6ItgrwI0r7HjQDwa01hdKP4AtlMA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a>Before adding the waistband, I took 3 inches off the waist and made the adjustment on the waistband also.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBBo5CYVyuzh584xfhmfN3dnP2wvHtQ7MKDMHZHs23XA6nu48-aJEBCp2rcye1u_7Ij1tZicyVcB1pKcYAXjS697KapQIzXxbTyOvqdHTQRIBhDUqgTnkv2GrjbrQudw4FHD5-mQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBBo5CYVyuzh584xfhmfN3dnP2wvHtQ7MKDMHZHs23XA6nu48-aJEBCp2rcye1u_7Ij1tZicyVcB1pKcYAXjS697KapQIzXxbTyOvqdHTQRIBhDUqgTnkv2GrjbrQudw4FHD5-mQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-12.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I also added darts to the yoke for additional shaping.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjHX1ptP-NugtKdWCNyNpSyDKwPQ7vcsP4nfRR7Ica00ANjP-NLkB3yWBR6z6WrDGaZM69_HFXx_p0H5UxmxDeTZ2RY3c5j2OAL7CiwojuIuI2AyK6TczzGeUvzFV3bXdjTVuiiw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1535" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjHX1ptP-NugtKdWCNyNpSyDKwPQ7vcsP4nfRR7Ica00ANjP-NLkB3yWBR6z6WrDGaZM69_HFXx_p0H5UxmxDeTZ2RY3c5j2OAL7CiwojuIuI2AyK6TczzGeUvzFV3bXdjTVuiiw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-9.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">These aren't things that anyone would expect you to know to do if you're new to sewing pants. I've been sewing pants to fit my ever changing body for so long, that I know how I want them look and fit.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN2ADvwPsR3slZEmJnRhMMBi6NHa7967OkIbh4I9V9BkIIgWUrPGsfljSOXcS1TMkq7y94J_7VQJGLrW5h2ltgBOtY3rNJIpHx6mUSr248nwh0ZQ_e3uQ2eNDVH-Zzf_TVmda_Eg/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN2ADvwPsR3slZEmJnRhMMBi6NHa7967OkIbh4I9V9BkIIgWUrPGsfljSOXcS1TMkq7y94J_7VQJGLrW5h2ltgBOtY3rNJIpHx6mUSr248nwh0ZQ_e3uQ2eNDVH-Zzf_TVmda_Eg/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-13.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">I decided to match my topstitching thread to the fabric. It looked "cleaner" that way. I used 3.0mm stitch length.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkDAlkPRBQ8NYEXuJV6Ax8kGoYKmGQeStOTvcG4MPhDh6R6YWkJLVgaMnGEOxN4XT_LBZiXM9cO_MGVgEQTPi6lpj0TElv1ozyr9OrUQMuIOvYPEOkpKih9onTVEmUF15JTSNwqA/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkDAlkPRBQ8NYEXuJV6Ax8kGoYKmGQeStOTvcG4MPhDh6R6YWkJLVgaMnGEOxN4XT_LBZiXM9cO_MGVgEQTPi6lpj0TElv1ozyr9OrUQMuIOvYPEOkpKih9onTVEmUF15JTSNwqA/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">I used denim buttons. I like the hard edge that they gave the pants.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheE4c6CkKCaJScBcv97_4fQHqA2fjixfhBIY8k0snH4bNOjN_NMOuVPAyNe2H48uTlC3QZh6s8k_ZXaa0RwuIV8dbMKmDuL4ZEKtvtOuRZkHHY7-aDndjS8WZPwnOjWn1vg4YQYQ/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheE4c6CkKCaJScBcv97_4fQHqA2fjixfhBIY8k0snH4bNOjN_NMOuVPAyNe2H48uTlC3QZh6s8k_ZXaa0RwuIV8dbMKmDuL4ZEKtvtOuRZkHHY7-aDndjS8WZPwnOjWn1vg4YQYQ/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-10.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I added the tabs which are just an epaulet that I pulled from another pattern and played with the length.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd6O-s-pnPChKfWjCuwp0bHvNCbKXJujssRiQCZ_Ax1asqJsDCuugJyxBng2oJDD7-BRKkX_Mai16Jn9vrrIDchz06WpwGC-7dp12yL9tTHBLvGbXuC4JIzF9p2CN-nwvtv3xjgw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd6O-s-pnPChKfWjCuwp0bHvNCbKXJujssRiQCZ_Ax1asqJsDCuugJyxBng2oJDD7-BRKkX_Mai16Jn9vrrIDchz06WpwGC-7dp12yL9tTHBLvGbXuC4JIzF9p2CN-nwvtv3xjgw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" title="McCall's 8045 - Colorblock Tapered Utility Pants - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></a></div>I really love this detail. It feels so modern. And it's also a great way to draw in and further taper down a straight-legged pant that might look a little boring.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMLx-T5viEyXeXgUP3o1FosjnP5Lb-f1jnZNcMaPGlOOM7TfovkDkh1kF2eW5lZ1zY6BSh_e3TbVnbwS4siiQFmrngwHW8EPLNnUd02RZwP9oe-V7anD0uAtqe1fdrUr5WDmhWcw/s2048/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMLx-T5viEyXeXgUP3o1FosjnP5Lb-f1jnZNcMaPGlOOM7TfovkDkh1kF2eW5lZ1zY6BSh_e3TbVnbwS4siiQFmrngwHW8EPLNnUd02RZwP9oe-V7anD0uAtqe1fdrUr5WDmhWcw/s16000/McCall%2527s+8045+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" /></a></div>These are a fun spin on a pair of khakis or chinos. I needed a good neutral in my wardrobe, but I didn't want basic or boring. And these will be great this fall with sneakers and t-shirts.Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14933168.post-69980724660524526932020-10-05T16:00:00.001-05:002020-10-06T16:28:45.987-05:00True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizFOKeO4yUV81t0NWGgs-oN_ZpxjYhpkyeT3t88WXSvPzn0V8KVuYCXeyBCuS_o0P3h8GqsF6faMwmZWAWKqbqxboULoIfTzZVUSoqrBWyps9MFvVv88wIBq7Srq8fJqk1gOh1iA/s16000/True+Bias+Calvin+Wrap+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-8.jpg" title="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This dress had been cut out and waiting to be sewn for most of summer. So, now it's become a fall dress! It's the <b><a href="https://shop.truebias.com/product/calvin-wrap-dress-top-pdf" target="_blank">True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress</a></b> that is drafted in such a flattering and enhancing way. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZD32aMV4687WFBYaEInvZFmgJULgiw3eGIoNdR3zVF_UZKuBgJ-gXB6ktT-_9slwQ5rIHqrHMQRviFeL3zDpdVQLdFEy7ZDwD1mgIBx_pDLMNsVbDEkhdsOt7UVi_yybm2_FEAw/s16000/True+Bias+Calvin+Wrap+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521++%25281%2529.jpg" title="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">My fabric is a poly crepe print that cut, sews and pressed beautifully. The pressing part is vitally important because there is a lot of bias binding that has to be created. And if your fabric doesn't press well, it will definitely impact the look of this dress.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAQNEzTsfp2BLcxxKCeoJRsSCznHs_KZEmDo4ga33eAjJOmAsMWZ1_I_IFNtxA_hWtleRxsHs0k-WOcYY21HhxXu1BeE2VZPU-H388Z7A62NudDEdx0Vo_3kKMJaeFuZuqMSLW_Q/s16000/True+Bias+Calvin+Wrap+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-3.jpg" title="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">According to the instructions, the pattern is drafted for someone 5'5" with a C cup. I'm 5'9" with a DD cup, and this is the fit with no FBA and 1" added at the waist and 1" added at the hem. So, this dress has a generous amount of fabric at the bust and is drafted long.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsgE_DxMdonUbnSZn8BDHUb6zBfEJg33IQj2_6vUv_vdsc1-rACeWlB-ti0ZP7juRRTnaFtoBfP7XPgtzE_SYle_pHw4mlIjKtNMK_SpV5p8nGWlbpfZ369iyeatU7v2WyGMuW7A/s16000/True+Bias+Calvin+Wrap+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-5.jpg" title="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsBgFlKJHicvVXABv7gDDcb4guhL2X_zdchx3jETOz-Xj884RhcSOuisYMitH7ME2djMUHhj7mOVBCuBWn8muneKbTe4IOOXlmgTC-Ti3q26SxJRqr8Fk2y9s6YVTddfdYeT0exA/s16000/True+Bias+Calvin+Wrap+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-6.jpg" title="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></div>I did however, make my normal sway back adjustment, because that's just an area where I'm always subject to have an excess amount of fabric pooling at the small of my back. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoHIoc38uQpq2LY6uFsRfzh32pHuMtNXLzUBfRZnDCf8tR3LPDxLhc2wlivLNkSrkUmW8BC-gDH5OusBrj4ji7WRk-ncDvQFK4sdZbp-WJlSetPxBPzYb7p0VeDuooGBSIxzwzwg/s16000/True+Bias+Calvin+Wrap+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-11.jpg" title="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></div>I love the generous length. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1438" data-original-width="1917" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw70s3nAWJe67CDI1cZuJNnTu5sg8le2oBKENEyVFSNs-TZb0ESi9LuUJ3unLc3Lx3Kw6CZ7s_ooPB5RXNMybtdZb__Qe_5PQMPaleGDr_oDaNAfc4SeZBxSAMyNMPUH2K4b2pbg/s16000/True+Bias+Calvin+Wrap+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-1.jpg" title="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This is the second dress recently that I've made where I've had to create a lot of bias binding. And on this one, it's one of my favorite details.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="1408" data-original-width="1877" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikn8icaiRB77ENR321jAFJXE0K5pMzJutAO1RdWWULITYkgi8jao_o8J_c8cwImGVyalZqW-HNYXiiFfX_o-2tWRjSIoEmiejH71OVQZvsiDWAtFnkg79YsC8qyUP1MoOssycVgQ/s16000/True+Bias+Calvin+Wrap+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-7.jpg" title="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></div>And it has adjustable straps. Even on a dress that's custom fitted, sometimes you need to make adjustments. My rings and sliders are recycled from an old bra.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi44bC3KQbirnYdR2LAkAvmfy6zoaahmrojrRXYHKd0GXaEVWXD_95yXlpuf6aRz6U50fjtMfj6RP04Z9OSP85h-d4VD0T3JMtrtL4MA8_tupPAtbAUxTtjJHWV9sF5XVEDP3LmcQ/s16000/True+Bias+Calvin+Wrap+Dress+-+Erica+Bunker+DIY+Style%2521-2.jpg" title="True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress - Erica Bunker DIY Style!" /></div>Readying this dress for fall is quite easy. I can just throw on one of my favorite jackets -- preferably this <b><a href="http://www.ericabunker.com/2016/11/review-vogue-1517-two-ways-to-wear.html" target="_blank">gold one</a></b> that adds another layer of texture and shine. Erica Bunkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07023668349294387098noreply@blogger.com2