Sewing up a Vintage Storm

Over my Summer break I have been doing a teeny bit of sewing. 

My first project was a pair of berry coloured high waisted pants that were loosely based on a Vintage 80's New Look pattern.  They had to be altered a little.

The next was a 50's inspired vintage jumpsuit that should get a bit of wear over the sweltering Summer to come.

I will be posting the how to's and photos of the completed projects over the next couple of days!

My next project will be a cropped top that I can wear over my high waisted pants and jeans. A few ideas below, I think the last pattern is the one that suits best...

Jess x

Vintage Inspired Onesie (Jumpsuit)

I picked up the McCall's 7157 vintage pattern which had an early 90's grunge vibe to it a couple of years ago and hadn't got around to making it up. Now with a warm Summer more than already here I thought it was time for a comfy jumpsuit, but with a girly whimsical edge!

I used a French cotton floral fabric from our local Spotlight. I also had to add a cotton lining underneath so that it wasn't see through. I chose a bright orange!

I made a few alterations along the way...

• I didn't have a zip handy when I was making it and so just added elastic to the back instead which worked fine!
• The bust was too big so I added a strip of elastic down the centre to gather each side in. 
• The straps were MILES too long for me so I altered them accordingly.

*Shoes from Wittner, poncho from Sportsgirl

It will be a great addition to my wardrobe over the next few Summer & Autumn months.

Jess x