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Thursday, May 10, 2012

DIY LBD + Aldo Heeled Sandals

Happy Thursday! 

I can almost reach Friday! and boy can I tell ya I have a lot going on. I have started the sewing on the skirts ordered and should be shipping the first few by Wednesday so that is awesome, I also have a project I am working on with another blogger (I'll disclose that soon enough) and to top it all off my baby's birthday is tomorrow and he turns 5 and Sunday is Mothers Day! 

I made this dress before in a wine color and loved it so I made another one in black months and months ago but never got around to wearing it. The pattern is McCall's 5705 which is out of print BUT I think you can still order it on the website. Speaking of McCall's....Hobby Lobby has McCall Patterns on sale for .99 cents so if you live near a Hobby Lobby you may want to stop in and grab a few patterns.

In Store Only Until 5/12

What I Wore: Pattern Review

Pattern Description: Short dresses have elastic casings at waist; dresses

Pattern Sizing: I cut the 4 on top and 8 on the bottom


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes


Were the instructions easy to follow? The instructions are easy to follow and if you have made any of my maxi dresses or skirts you can make this.


What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I like how easy this pattern is because sometimes I like to make no brainer items that take little effort or brain power, lol

Fabric Used: ITY Knit Black

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? No, I have already made it once before so I think I will retire it.


Would you recommend it to others? Yes

  H&M Necklace, Kate Spade Sunnies (old)
Aldo Heeled Sandals (old) Similar here 


xoxo
mimi g.

32 comments:

  1. Jenell May 10, 2012 at 11:19 AM

    Loveeeeee! You are so inspiring, if I could I would have everything you sew turn into a DIY - seriously! FEE-YUS! (Fierce in a major way)

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  2. Me!May 10, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Mimi,
    You look very pretty. Tyna

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  3. GioannyMay 10, 2012 at 11:25 AM

    Mimi, I didn't know you made clothing for sale? How can I order? Thank you!

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    1. UnknownMay 11, 2012 at 10:23 AM

      I dont in general hun, the skirt was a one time thing, LOL

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  4. M. InezMay 10, 2012 at 12:31 PM

    Nice! I was afraid we wouldn't get many DIY's with all those skirt orders you have to fill lol.

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    1. UnknownMay 11, 2012 at 10:24 AM

      LOL, I will still work a few in for you ;-)

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  5. GCFCMay 10, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    Killer LBD ensemble! Love it :)

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  6. Davina916May 10, 2012 at 3:57 PM

    You look great! I have a guess as to who the other blogger might be.

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  7. Sew-To-Fit by AD LynnMay 10, 2012 at 5:19 PM

    Mimi, what's up, you make even the simplist thiings look AMAZING!!! I showed your blog to my sister, she's 5'2" and you two are SO much alike. You both can make even an old thrift find look trendy and fashionable.
    Love your blog!!!
    Andrea

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    1. UnknownMay 11, 2012 at 10:24 AM

      Thank you pumpkin! shout out to your sis ;-)

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  8. ldymrmldeMay 10, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    Girl, you are working that dress! Love it!

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  9. UnknownMay 11, 2012 at 4:18 AM

    Love the dress....

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  10. AnonymousMay 11, 2012 at 4:32 AM

    Stylebaby says:

    On my way to hobby lobby as soon as they open. What is ITY Knit. Tried to look it up, but got no answer.

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    1. UnknownMay 11, 2012 at 10:26 AM

      ITY stands for Interlock Twist Yarn and It's usually a polyester ;-)

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  11. LevoneMay 11, 2012 at 5:56 AM

    This dress is gorgeous and love the shoes! Can't wait until you reveal your 'secret' project.

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  12. AnnAsburyMay 11, 2012 at 6:31 AM

    Shut the front door! U R KillN IT IN THIS OUTFIT! Go head mama!

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  13. PensiveFashionistaMay 11, 2012 at 7:13 AM

    OMG! I love those shoes!!

    i hope your son has a great birthday.

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  14. UnknownMay 11, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    As usual you are fabulous...I love the outfit!

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  15. UnknownMay 11, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    Thanks babe

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  16. UnknownMay 11, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    Thank you ;-)

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  17. UnknownMay 11, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    Great little black dress, you look fabulous!!


    Carsedra of:

    http://www.embracingtherealme.com/

    http://sweets4yourtooth.blogspot.com/

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  18. Misti EMay 13, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    You look fab!!!! Girl you really do be killin em!!!

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  19. DOWNTOWNCHICAGOBARBIEMay 18, 2012 at 8:22 PM

    This is beautiful on you. You make everything look so great on your body. I think all the patterns you do are easy for you because you have a gift.

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  20. Lo WesSeptember 21, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    Would you consider selling this pattern?

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Thank you for taking time to comment ;-)

xoxo
mimi g.