Yesterday was my last day of patternmaking class: we presented our final projects and received our reviews.
You can see my jacket in motion here.
My professor loved it and asked if I would donate it so it could be used as a sample to show future students. Naturally, I said yes.
Here's a closer look at the shorts; as you can see, I tried to keep things simple and elegant.
Remember, we had to make jackets with notched collars and either a dolman or "creative" gusset sleeve, plus pants of any length. We could only use muslin and black cotton fabric. A lot of creativity on display!
A few more projects can be seen here and here.
While I am sad the class is over, I'm also grateful to have a break. The last 10 weeks (5 of draping, 5 of patternmaking) have been intense. Fall classes begin the last week of August.
Naturally, I'll be sewing just as much in the interim but, hopefully, using a lot less muslin.
Have a great day, everybody!
And for those seeking a chuckle...
Fun to see others' work. Your sewing skills are top notch--now your design skills are catching up! The speed of the class sounds exhausting.
ReplyDeleteYou created a beautiful organically shaped collar - so pretty.
ReplyDeleteThe other students have some fab work too - what a talented bunch you are!
I have really enjoyed these FIT posts, you are developing and honing your skills. I wonder if you have an end game in sight or if the journey is the enjoyable part......I will be so interested to see where this goes.
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ReplyDeleteThanks for the eye candy, education, and chuckles. Your posts always brighten my day.
A.
I love this strange black and white world of half clothes. I love your collar. Enjoy your time out!
ReplyDeleteI like how the assignment both relates everyone's projects while allowing so many different possibilities. Wow! A class with all those ideas must be really enjoyable; I can well understand why you will miss it. But congrats and relax during your well-earned vacation.
ReplyDeleteI have to say I like your submission the best.
ReplyDeleteYour shorts are a "stand alone" add-on to the assignment. Very understated.
ReplyDeleteIf Bonwit-Teller, or I. Magnin were still around those shorts would have graced a catalog cover (and I know just the model to work them - her legs haven't given out on her).
No wonder your professor wants to keep your work --- you've clearly excelled above others in this class. Thank you for sharing all of this with us. Your blog efforts are so deeply appreciated.
ReplyDeleteI love that collar! It reminds me of the optical illusion with the faces and the wine glass - in a good way.
ReplyDeleteYour lapel is awesome. Love it!
ReplyDeleteoh golly, all of my recordings of Joan Morris and William Bolcom disappeared in some move or another, and they are all out of print. I had not thought to look on You Tube. Their parlor songs recordings are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteAnd the clothes are lovely too! You have found your place, dear.
I live all of these outfits. Such versatility given the limited palette. Limitless ideas, though. You, and your classmates, are all so talented.
ReplyDeleteWow! Congratulations. You must be on cloud nine. Thanks for taking us all along on your sewing journey.
ReplyDeleteWhat amazing creativity you tapped into in this class. I really like the way you attached the sleeve with the princess seamline and the collar detailing too. Really have enjoyed seeing the whole process : )
ReplyDeleteThese are some really good final projects. Who knew muslin could look so good? =)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing the journey through your FIT classes. I look forward to seeing what you do next!
Adore the collar, I love the way the black looks against the muslin actually. Awesome job :) I hope I can do that some day, I imagine it is pretty difficult.
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