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From: Kaitlinnegan
Date: 03-26-2006, 12:06 AM (1 of 34)
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Hi again everyone! So, I'm trying to decide which kind of fabric to use for my wedding dress, and I just don't have much experience with different weights of fabric. I've pretty much decided on a cotton sateen -- I used some stuff from Joann's for my "practice" dress and I like the way it turned out. I just discovered a new fabric store in town, and they have some cotton sateen there too -- it's much lighter weight than the stuff from Joann's, and finer and slightly shinier. It's pretty sheer in a single layer, but I'd be lining the dress anyway. The woman at the store called it almost "heirloom weight." This fabric really seems much nicer (fewer slubs, finer weave, etc.) than the sateen from Joann's or Hancock fabrics, but I'm a little concerned that with the lighter weight the skirt won't drape quite as well. The dress will be a v-neck with princess seams and a full skirt. Also, they only have it in white, but I was leaning toward ivory for the dress. They have "cream" at Joann's and "natural" at Hancock. I'd be a bit too nervous to dye it, but I'm not opposed to having the dress be white. Any thoughts on this? Thanks in advance -- you guys are great! Edited: I forgot to mention that the nice lightweight sateen is $14 a yard, while the stuff from Joann's is $6/yd and Hancock is $4.50/yd. Quite a range, although I wouldn't mind spending a bit more. It is my wedding dress, after all. http://www.sew-whats-up.com - the new home for Sew What's New
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From: paroper
Date: 03-26-2006, 01:29 PM (2 of 34)
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Personally I like the white or a warm ivory tone for a dress. I like the off white shade that has a light warm butter-ish tone to it. Both are great. I don't know that I've ever noticed a cotton wedding dress, but certainly it is possible and if done well will probably look quite nice. The skirt should drape well but it may be a little limp. You may want to do womething to stiffen the fabric. There is a whole aray of things you could do. You could just use simple netting and do an underlining (just baste it to the panels and then sew it with the skirt panels as you sew them. With that type of usage you get a little more body in the skirt panel without a lot of "fluff" that you would get with a can-can effec (just an idea). Since white is in with flower girls, if you plan to have a flower girl, you might make her dress out of the same fabric and experiment there. That would give you a chance to try the fabric on a dress that won't be as important as your own and one that will probably take a little less fabric. If you don't like the results you'll still have a dress you can use in the wedding. pam
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From: bunzino
Date: 03-26-2006, 04:18 PM (3 of 34)
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Kaitlin, cotton sateen would be an unusual choice mainly because it doesn't have the body most wedding dresses require. If you do decide to use it, definitelly underline w some kind of heavier satin. To underline, you just cut the same pieces and treat both as one. So, you're sewing the fabirc +underlining to another piece of fabric + underlining. j Underlining will also prevent show-thru of the seams. Did you have that problem in your muslin? Nancy |
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From: Chrysantha
Date: 03-26-2006, 04:43 PM (4 of 34)
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Cotton isn't my first choice for a wedding dress either. If you're looking for less expense in the fabric dept. Try a silk...they come fake these days with wonderful colors and with more of the 'body' needed for a wedding dress. It's also comfortable....
Chrys
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From: Kaitlinnegan
Date: 03-26-2006, 07:11 PM (5 of 34)
I guess I probably should have explained my plans a bit more. I'm planning an informal, outdoor wedding in July -- it can get quite hot and humid here in the summer, so breathability is an issue (polyester is pretty much out). I can't use silk because I'm a vegetarian, and while I'm not a big worm-rights activist or anything  , I think the number of worms that have to die is excessive (this is just what I personally believe, I don't think badly of people who wear silk!). There is such a thing as "wild" or "peace" silk which uses the cocoons after the moths? have crawled out, but it is a much rougher texture -- not really what I'm looking for. I did a practice dress in burgandy cotton sateen (You probably saw it in the garment construction thread), and I think it turned out pretty well as far as the weight. That one is only lined in the bodice, but I think a petticoat/crinoline of some kind might add a little more fullness to the skirt. I'm not looking for a very traditional wedding dress -- it's going to be tea-length, I'm not going to be wearing a veil, etc. I hadn't thought of the seam show-through issue (obviously wasn't a problem with the darker color) -- this definitely might be a problem with the lighter weight sateen, but I think it would be less so with the medium weight. There is also a stretch sateen that is heavier, kind of like will -- I think show-through would definitely not be an issue with that. Well, I hope this explains what I'm looking for better! What do you think? As always, thanks so much for all your help!
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From: plrlegal
Date: 03-26-2006, 10:22 PM (6 of 34)
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In my reading of pre-Civil War history, lawn and batiste were quite often used for wedding gowns that were to be in an outdoor (lawn/garden) setting as well as everyday dresses due to the heat and humidity of that region. As far as seams showing through a fine cotton, you can always use the french seam technique. You could even use a "handkerchief linen" if you can find it. Patsy Patsy
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From: paroper
Date: 03-26-2006, 10:29 PM (7 of 34)
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Personally, I think with the right trims the cotton could be quite lovely and feminine. Also I think it makes sense for an outdoor wedding.
pam
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From: Chrysantha
Date: 03-26-2006, 11:29 PM (8 of 34)
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Of course since I have embroidery machines I think of tone on tone embroidery....whispy designs....with a few seed beads....(for sparkle if you like it)
Chrys
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From: Kaitlinnegan
Date: 03-26-2006, 11:40 PM (9 of 34)
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I guess I should have posted in the bridal forum, as this is getting rather bridal-y -- but here is the dress that is my inspiration: http://www.rawganique.com/Womens/organic-hemp-evening-gown-wedding-dress.htm My original thoughts were to add a green ribbon/sash at the waist and ombre dye the very bottom hem green, and also to do some hand embroidery with beads. However, I kind of like the simplicity of it..I may just go with the sash. Any thoughts on this? I suppose it'll be easier to visualize when the dressmaking is underway. 
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From: paroper
Date: 03-27-2006, 04:23 AM (10 of 34)
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I like the sash. I also like the hand embroidery idea. I think you'll know better when you are closer to having it done. A lot of time the inspiration comes then.
pam
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From: Scratch 'N Sniff
Date: 03-27-2006, 09:48 AM (11 of 34)
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I don't have any experience with cotton sateen, but I thought I'd add my experience with my dress. I wanted a loose and flowing dress for my beach wedding, but I need the support for a full chest and hips. I'm using a moderate weight satin for the base layer, and then a light chiffon for the top layer. That way the top layer is flowing like I wanted, but I will still be supported where I need it. Hope this helps a little!
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From: stephi
Date: 03-27-2006, 10:34 AM (12 of 34)
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Kait, Its hard having that idea in your head come out onto material! I like the green Idea, I would go with the heavier sateen just because it will more likley lay/hang better. I used a light wieght sateen for a girls dress about 4-5 years ago and it was a mess. It will give at the seams pretty easy considering this a a slightly form fitted dress. Even with interfaicing and an additional lining the dress popped itself under the arms. Now mine was on a 5yo girl who was dancing around in it, but even you will be doing alot of moving and shaking in this dress....Not to mention you will prespire, probobly alot and that will only increase your problems with the thinner sateen (becomes more like plastic when it is wet). Just my thoughts  Stephi When in doubt rip it out!!! Stephi
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From: Kaitlinnegan
Date: 04-06-2006, 09:29 PM (13 of 34)
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Hi again everyone! I've been mulling this over, and I'm thinking about a different style for the dress (http://www.simplicity.com/dv1_v4.cfm?design=4689 view F for the bodice, top left in the picture). Here are some of my thoughts, maybe you guys could give me some direction? Tencel twill -- it seems like a few people here have worked with this -- would it hold up with the boned bodice? How is the drape? I can't find it locally -- I would have to order it online. Linen (medium or heavy weight) -- I like the idea..but would it work for this style of dress? I would do a lining in cotton broadcloth or something like that, and I suppose I could do an underlining for the bodice. There is also the tendency for linen to wrinkle.. Then there's my original cotton sateen idea. The bottomweight sateen is 3% spandex, and I'm having trouble figuring out exactly how that would work. I'd have to line it in something that stretched slightly too, if I wanted the whole thing to stretch. Would this help me much as far as fitting? I tried on a similar style dress (too short, though) that was unlined and some kind of stretch fabric -- it seemend nice. Would it be reasonable to make this kind of dress unlined and forgo the boning if it's a stretchy fabric? Well, thanks again for all your help everyone! http://www.sew-whats-up.com - the new home for Sew What's New
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From: paroper
Date: 04-06-2006, 09:52 PM (14 of 34)
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When I think of twill I think of men's work pants. I must admit, however, I'm not familiar with tercel. Twill might be nice for the skirt but I can't imagine that it would be very pretty in the top and I think it would be hot. I can see a cotton organza in the sleeves. You'd need to be careful with it because it will wrinkle so you won't want to crush it before the wedding. The sateen might work or the linen. The boning not only holds the bustline in place but it also keeps the dress from curling up or all moving toward your middle. When you bone a dress it frequently has a lining, an interlining and the main fabric, three layers. Anything heavy that you use will only be heavier and stiffer when you are finished. I have done a couple of dresses out of cheap jaquard which, with the right lining and interlining and boning have ended up looking like a thousand dollar dress because of the difference the linings made. One dress I made was taken from the sale table. Total cost of the evening gown was about $12. It was beautiful! I REALLY like this dress pattern, by the way! I think so far it is the best you've shown us! pam
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From: stephi
Date: 04-07-2006, 08:14 AM (15 of 34)
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Kaite, I love Jessica Mclintoc stuff. I agree about the twill because a formal dress has a few layers to it I think the cotton sateen is going to make you the happiest. especially considering the flow and hang that you want in a formal dress. Am I corresct in asuming you are still going for tea length on this one too or the formal length?? either way it is a gorgeous pattern I cant wait to see it done. Still thinking green?? Maybe embroider some muave and green flowers and ivory around the bottom and the back neckline offset?? Stephi My two cents has been handed over, now Im broke!! Stephi
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From: Sancin
Date: 04-07-2006, 05:31 PM (16 of 34)
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Kaitlin I am jumping in late here. I like cotton sateen but have had a hard time finding it for several years. I hit payola at Fabricland the other day . ... different colours, different weights, but unfortunately not colours I like. I like the Simplicity pattern because the A line skirt is the same as I skirt I had out of cotton sateen that I literally wore out. I always felt elegant in it due to the sheen. I agree with the others about interlining at least the bodice but probably the skirt as well, to give it some body and richness. My wedding dress was a very similar skirt design as the Simplicity, but in silk which was about the same body as the cotton sateen. I also had an informal wedding outdoors in hot weather. This all happened eons ago. When my dressmaker started to put in the interfacing, I objected due to concern for temperature. In fact it was very comfortable as the interfacing was cotton and a very lightweight ? (rayon, perhaps) was used as a lining, making it slide on my body comfortably. I can see why you like the first dress, it is very pretty but so is the Simplicity (advantage to 2 pieces is in afterwear). For either pattern I think you should use cotton sateen in the heaviest weight possible, but think it would hang better if it was interlined. I don't think the 3% lycra would affect the interlining. I never consider that when making something as the small percentage of lycra essentially just adds body and makes fabrics cling to the body a little more, it doesn't stretch that much. I think you wouldn't be happy with linen in either of the designs you like as I always think of linen as more 'sporty', except for hankerchief linen which is altogether different. The tercel is definitely sporty. I am very much into "plain is beautiful". While it may be nice (and lovely) to embroider or add something to the dress I think for the type of wedding you describe either dress would be lovely with or without adornment. When making a dress, formal or informal, one needs to consider, what undergarments will be worn as they affect the way the garment moves when you move. For instance, will you be wearing nylons? Keep thinking and good luck. *~*~*~* Nancy*~*~*~* " I try to take one day at a time - but sometimes several days attack me at once."
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From: paroper
Date: 04-07-2006, 06:27 PM (17 of 34)
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Keep in mind that you are going to have to have something under that skirt. White is the worst for showing through. You may be able to handle it in the lining but more likely you'll need a slip.
pam
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From: Kaitlinnegan
Date: 04-07-2006, 09:01 PM (18 of 34)
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Thanks for the suggestions! I'm a bit concerned that the heavier sateen (with spandex) will be too heavy -- I've used it in a different color to make a skirt, and it's probably about the same weight as twill. The red dress I made was from a quilter's sateen, which seems like it would be more reasonable with underlining and lining. I guess the reason I was considering heavier fabric was from seeing this site: http://www.thefabricofourlives.com/StyleFile/WeddingMarch/ Of course, it's cotton propaganda.  But what is your best guess on how the denim dresses are put together? You would think denim especially would be pretty thick if you did all the underlining and lining and stuff. Anyway, I don't want to do anything too crazy, but I thought that site was interesting. Thanks again! You guys are really great for putting up with all my questions.
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From: Sancin
Date: 04-07-2006, 10:08 PM (19 of 34)
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Kaitlin - Perhaps you should check out some underlining and lining. They are very thin fabrics, simply with different 'hands' which affects the way the fashion fabric behaves. They will not make your dress heavy. If you are worried about the top being to heavy, you seem to have access to different weight cottons. Would one do for bodice and another for skirt? It is not likely but you could hold them up in different lights to see.
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From: paroper
Date: 04-08-2006, 12:25 AM (20 of 34)
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Well, it has been a long time since I've been up north in the summer but in Oklahoma if you made a denium dress for an outside wedding dress in the summer, you'd be taking it off before you got to the front of the procession. You'd absolutely fry in denium. It is really hard to wear denium pants in the summer around here...and as you sweat, they get heavy from perspiration (I'm sorry, the GLOW) and they start to stick to you (YUCK). Now, you could go with a cotton sailcloth if you thought you needed something with a little more body. I'd be looking for a plain eggshell cotton Chintz if it were me and I'd probably put something like a broadcloth lining in it.
pam
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From: Kaitlinnegan
Date: 04-11-2006, 07:32 PM (21 of 34)
It can be pretty hot up here too, especially in July. And humid! It doesn't get consistently in the 90's, but even the 80's can feel pretty sticky with the humidity. Denim probably would be too hot -- I will wear jeans in the summer sometimes, but only at night or on cooler days -- or when I used to work in a lab where the AC kept it frigid. I guess I just haven't been able to find very many fabrics that aren't polyester or some polyester blend. I have not seen anything like a cotton organza or cotton chintz at the Joann's or Hancock fabrics here. There's a fancier store downtown that had a few other things, like cotton lawn, but really not too much else in cotton. They have lots of great silk of course..  Sometimes being a vegetarian can be a real pain in the you-know-where! I'm a little leery of buying fabric online, but do you guys know any good sources? I think the sateen will work out, but it would be nice to have some options.Well, now that I'm done with exams for a little bit I'm hoping I can try out the new pattern. I'm sure I'll be checking back here lots! Thanks again for the help everyone! You guys are just great! http://www.sew-whats-up.com - the new home for Sew What's New
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From: paroper
Date: 04-11-2006, 08:53 PM (22 of 34)
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I like Denverfabrics.com They will also let you buy swatches of their fabirc if you are interested and they'll give you credit toward your purchase. http://www.denverfabrics.com/pages/static/cotton/cotton-fabric.htm They have what looks like a nice satin cotton batiste in stock. http://www.denverfabrics.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=23992&Category_Code=CT-Batiste&Product_Count=3 They also have eyelet, dotted swiss and pique. pam
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From: DorothyL
Date: 04-12-2006, 06:39 AM (23 of 34)
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I like these people http://www.voguefabricsstore.com/ You could call them and I'm sure they would be helpful. I'm sure the phone number is on the web site. If you don't see what you are looking for on the web site, or if you have any concerns or questions, give them a call. Vogue Fabrics has three or four big stores -- they are not just a web site. And I have found the staff to be very helpful whenever I called. Here is the web site where Threads Magazine lists their advertisers. You might find a company that can help here too. http://www.taunton.com/threads/index.asp I just tried that link and it went to the home page. On the right you can find the advertiser's index link. Dorothy |
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From: stephi
Date: 04-12-2006, 08:34 AM (24 of 34)
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Kaitlin, How long are we looking at until your wedding?? Are you gonna have flower girl(s)?? I ask because maybe you could buy both fabrics and make the flower girl dress and see which one you like better!! Theres wont be as long as yours is but it should be long enough to get an Idea of how it hangs and how well it breathes. If you can pin it to a tee shirt and do some moving around (yeah I am crazy) then you should get a feel for how warm it is...Keep in mind that it is doubled over if you do that.  Didnt you say that you where going to do it in green??? I am not sure if I am remembering correct or not?!!! I love deep green with mauves and lighter green!! Keep us up to date!! Stephi So much material, so little time!! Stephi
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From: paroper
Date: 04-12-2006, 09:10 AM (25 of 34)
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Denver fabrics is also a real place (with multiple locations), not just a web address.
pam
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From: Kaitlinnegan
Date: 04-12-2006, 10:06 AM (26 of 34)
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The wedding is July 8. So, I don't have a ton of time, but I think it'll be enough even if I have a few mishaps. We don't happen to have any little children in our families at this point, and we decided in the spirit of keeping things simple that we weren't going to seek out a flower girl, ring bearer, etc. Unfortunately this means I have no one to practice on. My fiance vetoed the idea of me making the bridesmaid dresses (probably for the best!) and we've ordered lovely dresses from Coldwater Creek. I was thinking about incorporating green -- one of the ideas I liked was ombre dyeing the bottom of the skirt, but I'm a little bit concerned about the level of color being even across the skirt. I also want to do a green ribbon or sash at the waist. Thanks again for all your help, everyone! I'll have to check out some of those websites this afternoon. http://www.sew-whats-up.com - the new home for Sew What's New
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From: crazy4quilting
Date: 04-16-2006, 12:52 AM (27 of 34)
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Have you thought about doing some cut-work on the bottom edge of the dress. I think that would be really pretty vs. sewing laces, etc. since it will be made in a cotton material. Just a thought. By the way - Congratulations on your Wedding!
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From: bluebirdie
Date: 04-16-2006, 02:15 PM (28 of 34)
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It's so nice you can taylor your own wedding dress. I'm not textile expert but the fabric for your skirt (on the garment forum) looks great to me. I also have a wedding dress similar to that Simplicity pattern, except with short puffy sleeves (that was, uh, a few years back) and slim skirt. The slim skirt will make the wearer looks taller. It may not have been the best choice for us becasue my husband had to carry a thick yellowpage with him for wedding photo But you can adjust the visual effect by adjusting the fullness of the skirt.Have you decided on an outdoor wedding? A green dress on a lawn wedding will be subtle, if that's what you prefer. As the most important person on your wedding day, a dress color that stands out a bit more would be nice too. But believe me, you will be so pretty and so happy that day, your charisma will make any dress becoming. - Robin
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From: Kaitlinnegan
Date: 04-16-2006, 11:40 PM (29 of 34)
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crazy4quilting - The cutwork is an interesting idea, but I have no idea how it's done! Do you know of any websites that would give me a basic idea? I was initially thinking about adding some crocheted lace when I was thinking about doing a strapless dress, around the top of the bodice. I don't think the lace would work with the off the shoulder style bodice, and doing an edging around the skirt would take a *lot* more -- I've done doilies, but never trims, and I also don't really have a concept of how to make it the right length as I'm crocheting it or how to attach it. Anyway, I'm wondering if it would be worth the effort. bluebirdie - My fiance is only about 2 inches taller than me -- I've ruled out wearing heels, and I should probably avoid anything else that makes me look taller! Our wedding "colors" are blue and green, since they are the colors of our birthstones, which we used in our rings. Green is my birthstone (peridot), and blue is his (blue topaz). So, we're kind of continuing the theme with our attendants, etc. My bridesmaids will be wearing green dresses (my "man of honor" will probably wear a green shirt), and his groomsmen will probably wear blue shirts. I was thinking that some blue on my dress might be nice symbolically..but green is really my favorite color. I was thinking I might incorporate blue into the embroidery, if I decide to do that, but keep green as the main color. But there are so many choices! Since I haven't really made many clothes, it's hard for me to picture what will look best. We have a barn-style shelter reserved for the wedding -- the ceremony may or may not be outside in the park, but the reception will be in the shelter. I guess I'm not too worried about standing out -- I don't really like being the center of attention. Maybe I should do my dress in camouflage instead. Well, thanks again for the input everyone! http://www.sew-whats-up.com - the new home for Sew What's New
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From: paroper
Date: 05-04-2006, 11:01 AM (30 of 34)
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I realize this is very late but when I saw this site I thought of YOU. If you haven't chosen your fabric yet there are some lovely cottons here. They aren't discount priced but....very nice fabrics!!! http://webstore.quiltropolis.net/stores_app/Browse_dept_items.asp?Shopper_id=5465541025385465&Store_id=198&Page_Id=17&categ_id=1 pam
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From: stephi
Date: 05-04-2006, 03:58 PM (31 of 34)
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Wow you could really do alot when making your own wedding dress!! I am wearing mine this weekend for a bridal review my church is doing to raise money. I am not sure how I got roped into it considering my dress is still hanging from when I took it of 7months ago. I havent had it cleaned yet and it still has red velvet cake stains on the inside from where we mushed eachother good. If I had any courage I would have made my own dress, Lucky you!!! I would love to see one with dark and light green ivy creaping all around the bottom and some maybe across the top (am I repeating myself?). Or some blue flowers on a green vine around it. Or any irish blood? you could do clovers and shamrocks. I could go on for hours and hours but I will stop. Stephi Stephi
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From: Kaitlinnegan
Date: 05-04-2006, 05:33 PM (32 of 34)
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Thanks for thinking of me Pam! It looks like they have some great stuff. I haven't picked out a fabric yet. I'm still thinking of going the cotton sateen route, but I'm wondering about the textured fabrics I'm seeing..having trouble visualizing how they would look as a whole dress! One of our friends had kind of a cool texture on her dress -- it was kind of like pin-tucking in a kind of wide grid (maybe 1x1 inch), all over her dress. The cake had a similar texture on it! There are some fabrics on that site with a small texture to them -- like pique. It might be interesting, but I don't know if I would like the smooth texture of the sateen better? They have some damasks that look pretty too, but they might be too heavy? Almost too many options. I made a muslin of the bodice and it actually fit decently, but I don't think I'll be starting the dress very soon.
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From: paroper
Date: 05-04-2006, 05:51 PM (33 of 34)
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They used to sell some of that pin tucked fabric now and again. I don't know when I last saw it. I've also seen some that is voile with a ribbon looking stripe that is quite lovely. Of course, it has to be backed but it is quite pretty. Well, if I happen across another lovely fabric site then I will post the link for you. You might want to call or e-mail them to see if you could get samples if you see something you like. The white pique is usually a little softer than the dyed but once washed, usually the dyed pique is a little softer. It seems to me that the darker the pique the stiffer it is. I just made a sun dress out of some. It was black with a white flower and where the flowers were it was softer. I guess that has to do with the dying process. Pique is one of my faborite fabrices, esp the type that is done in little waffle looking squares. I like that much better than the basket weave look. The basket weave look usually ravels a little more and is a little heavier. The satine fabrics are very pretty too and they had some nice pale colors. pam
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From: paroper
Date: 05-04-2006, 06:09 PM (34 of 34)
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Cotton Faille would make a lovely gown too except I don't see it in anything but a pretty blue. The Swiss texture pique looks pretty but I've never seen it in person. The pique that I like for weight is called "graph" here (looks like waffles to me). The satin pique is pretty interesting too...I don't think I've ever seen it either. Wow...this looks like a shop I could spend a few years and thousands of dollars in...too bad South Carolina is so far away! pam
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