I disappeared from the HSF for several months, but now the
Hundred Projects have settled down and it is winter break and I sewed something:
I made this doll before and I have just finished its
dress and given it a face, by request of Loops, who chose the colors.
I am very pleased with the thought to use a scrap of wool roving as
hair; it is nice and fluffy and took seconds to sew on; now, we'll see how long
it lasts...!
The ripply neckline results from my turning-and-stitching
rather than using bias tape as instructed: a lesson learned.
Now, can one of you experts out there tell me whether this is
actually what gauging is supposed to look like – like an obstructed flow of
water, and with four rows of visible stitching?
The challenge: no. 12, Re-do. Let's call this a re-do of the earlier challenge "Out of My Comfort Zone". It is my first attempt at gauging. It is my first attempt at a 19th-c. dress, with the dropped sleeves and double darts and hook-and-eye closures.
Fabric: I thought this would be a quick test of a pattern for use by students, so... polycotton scraps *ducks and runs for cover*
Pattern: Great Auntie Maude's Favorite Doll, sold here.
Year: somewhere in 1840-1865 -- I'm going to guess I hit around 1860
Notions: three hooks-and-eyes
How historically accurate is it? The pattern is ultra-accurate. Ms. Clark says to paint on the hair and features. I didn't make the underpinnings or perfect the fit as instructed, the fabric is a blend, and I have my doubts about the visible machine-stitched hem.
Total cost: all from stash.
Is it suitable for beginners? I actually think making full-size baby clothing is easier. But working in miniature is quickly rewarding.
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