new dresses

Before we went on vacation, I had that marathon cutting out session that I posted about.  During that, I cut out two dresses.

I started with the 1911 Sense and Sensibility pattern.  The first thing Russell asked was if I had really used it.  I cringed and told him I used it a a guideline, which was true.  I lowered the bodice by eight inches, widened the skirt to a ninety inch radius, changed the neckline, shortened the sleeves, and lengthened the skirt so I can barely see my toes.

It is really comfortable and actually fits better then it looks here.  I am moving in circles in red shoes.

See!  Red Shoes!  

I also made the dress in brown corduroy.  So I have on in brown and red.  They are so soft that I am afraid I will be too rough on them.  But, I can always make more if I shed them.  I do have that tendency.