What I'm Wearing | Serving Up Leftovers!
6:30 PM
I still had fabric lying about from the last couple of projects. And while I was about to fold and shelve the pieces, I decided to just use it instead.
This is the patent leather from Mood Fabrics that I used for this skirt. I liked it so much that I decided to make a patent leather t-shirt. I used Vogue 8840, view A.
This top went together really easy. The only alteration I made was a FBA... didn't want to have that "smushed uniboob" look! I really love this designs welt seams. They scream, "Let me be leather or suede!"
It's a simple pullover top with a cute little neck slit opening with a hook and eye closure. I fused the hems for a cleaner look.
***Sidenote: When ironing leather/faux leather, I always use a pressing cloth with no steam.
For my simple, single-seam pencil skirt (fabric cut on the fold, based on the your waist measurement with negative ease, with an elastic waist), I used the last yard of leftover red ponte knit from Mood Fabrics that I used for these pants.
I layered my top over a black long-sleeve knit top, added opaque tights and patent leather booties and my pea coat.
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37 comments
Wow, you have awesome leftovers, LOL! I love this top and your red skirt!
ReplyDeleteThanks Levone!
DeleteWhat a fun look! Great way to use up your leftovers!
ReplyDeleteThanks Amanda!
DeleteIt is very nice! What a great look.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dk's Wife!
DeleteIt's like getting a free outfit! I like using up whole pieces of fabric now too, hope I can create outfits that look as good as yours.
ReplyDeleteIndeed it is Allison! Thanks!
DeleteVery nice look. You are tearing up that trend for the season.
ReplyDeleteFaye, I'm unabashedly addicted! Thanks!
DeleteGreat use of leftover fabric, such a fun top!
ReplyDeleteThanks Andrea!
DeleteHi Erica, what did you use to fuse the welt seams? Did you fuse all seams or just centers? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI didn't say anything about fusing seams. I don't know why anyone would do that. I fused the hems.
DeleteMy apologies for mistype. May I ask what you used to fuse the hems? Thanks.
DeleteJust regular fusible hem tape. Like Stitch Witchery or something.
DeleteThanks for sharing
DeleteGreat outfit, Erica. You look fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThanks Peter!
DeleteYou look amazing! Red and black (one of my favorite color combos) and patent leather (I just can't get enough of it). The styling is perfect!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tany!
DeleteI am in love with this look. You wear it so well. You make your sewing seem easy, and yet it looks high end. I will have to attempt a skirt like that. Looks too good not to.
ReplyDeleteLove of Cuteness
Thanks SanjaT!
DeleteLOVE the stash busting look! That top pattern has been in my stash for a while. I'm just waiting for the right ultra suede to come my way.
ReplyDeleteQuestion; how much negative ease do you recommend for a slim ponte pencil skirt like this one?
As much as you want. I have to give myself walking ease without wiggling. And I have to be able to enter and exit a car. Thanks Grace!
DeleteYou sure did work those leftovers and served them up real good.LOL. Love the outfits and styling.
ReplyDeleteThanks Kelroc!
DeleteGreat look and great use of leftovers!
ReplyDeleteThanks KMQ!
ReplyDeletegreat outfit! love your top and necklace!
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Thanks Life's a Shoe!
DeleteLovely outfit , its match very good !
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Thanks Catarina!
DeleteOk, this is too amazing. Sometimes, when deciding the next project I find that I have too many choices and methods- I could sew clothes, knit a sweater. However, if I start with a fabric (or yarn) that I have, the finished product is somewhat more satisfying as is the process. That is. Y take on this outfit. That is my take on this outfit. I want one too!
ReplyDeleteThanks! SoSoLili!
DeleteThat top is amazing! Love the clear lines and contrast :)
ReplyDeleteThank you!
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