Showing posts with label Mad Men. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mad Men. Show all posts

Monday, June 8, 2015

Mad Men Joan Dress



Here's a side by side comparison with the original:


I have been wanting to make a copy of this Mad Men dress for years!!! I was first inspired by Julia Bobbin, who did a great remake of this dress.



I used the "Wiggle Dress" pattern from Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing. I had to do some adjustments to the neckline because it was a bit too wide for me.

My hubby liked it so it's a win!


Update:

I am so flattered and surprised to have my dress be apart of the top twenty garments for the "Dress Up Party" challenge on sewsweetness.com. If you would vote for me I would be so grateful!If you already have, thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

I did something odd....I took apart the whole dress, took two inches out, and sewed it all up again, because I had to! Here are some pictures:




 Sitting down makes the dress a bit tiiiight but the fit is better!
Wish me luck!

Sunday, March 30, 2014

Mad Men!!!


I finished it! Between selling my house and taking care of my family I did it!!!


I know it isn't perfect but hey, I worked really hard on it and it is a lot nicer than any other dress I have ever sewn. It has lining, boning, a waist stay and everything! 


I freaking love this pattern. It was a blast to work with.


I'm really not much of a "Joan" but hers is a fantastic look I had to try to replicate.


 My hubby likes this dress so I'm considering it a win!