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Featured Seamstress: Dixie

Name: Dixie

Skill Level: Intermediate

Pattern: Jasmine

Blog: Dixie DIY

Her post about the pattern: Black & White Colette Jasmine

What kind of fabric did you use? A silky soft white rayon and a black linen/rayon blend for the collar.

How did you decide to reflect your personal style in the pattern? This year one of my sewing goals is to fill in gaps in my wardrobe – one of which was solid color tops. The Jasmine pattern was perfect for that goal. And with the simple black and white and the cute tie this shirt has a sort of feminine 1960s French vibe which I love. What thoughts do you have about the project? This is the first bias cut shirt I’ve ever made and I love it. It’s great that I don’t need any closures to put the shirt on yet it is still form fitting without being uncomfortable. I think I’m hooked on bias sewing now!

Thanks, Dixie!

Caitlin Clark

Caitlin is the Colette Patterns design assistant. You can follow Caitlin at her blog, the story girl.

Comments

Marie

January 30, 2012 #

This is so effortlessly chic, I absolutely love it! I’m working on a polka dot version at the moment, but I’m convinced I’ll be making some plain versions now too!

Mandy

January 30, 2012 #

Each time I see this design the more tempted I am to make one of my own. It really just looks smart and yet could also be a casual addition to any wardrobe.

charlottepb

January 30, 2012 #

looks so lovely!

Popbabe7

January 30, 2012 #

This looks absolutely stunning!!!

Amanda

January 30, 2012 #

I think I am falling more and more in love with the Jasmine pattern, because, Dixie, this is stunning! Awesome work on your first bias cut pattern!

Violet

January 30, 2012 #

That Jasmine looks really very attractive on you. I love the crisp look of black on white.

Alice

January 30, 2012 #

Your blouse looks so good, I’m convinced to try the pattern. It’s on my list. You’ve done a really terrific job.