When I was trying to decide what to make first STTGLABS had their first Sew Along. Because many of us were new to TG patterns a simple pattern was called for. Zelda it was!
Zelda is considered a slip but can be worn as a tunic, slip, or dress. She is also a free patttern to TG Sewing Club Members.
I have now made three of her and learned something from each one. All are made from sheets and each is a joy to wear!
The pink with ruffles and flowers was my first. The shoulders needed to cut at a slant next time so they will lay better. This one was also a bit big on me.
The green one was made without ruffle because there was not enough fabric for it. I did, however, take advantage of the fact that she could be made longer. I learned that I could really mess up continuous bias binding and that I did not slant the shoulders enough.
The bright pink one is perfect in size and the shoulders. This time I decided to do the bottom with pieced straight pieces of fabric for added length and left the seams out raw on the bottom. I self-drafted facing for the neck and sleeves. I learned that sometimes just letting go and doing it is loads of fun.
This is todays' Zelda slipped between two dresses for a pop of color. (Puns always intended.)
So what's on your sewing table?
Yours,
Phyllis aka Queen Sheet
