Monday 9 September 2013

High-low Popover with Pockets and Elastic

I wasn't planning to sew along with Project Run and Play.  The timing was just wrong for me.  The project weeks are right at the start of school (I am a teacher) and a lot of the prep would need to be done  at the end of August when I have minimal services available for my developmentally disabled son.  Then I saw three things that made me change my mind.  1st - only 4 weeks long this time!  There will be fewer projects to ooh and ah over but it makes it easier for people like me to sew along on our own.  2nd- plaid week!  I have had my eye on some really nice plaid and that gave me an excuse to buy some. 3rd - The Popover Dress Remix!  I love this pattern.  It is one of the first dresses I made when I got into sewing for my kids.  It is a wonderful pattern for a simple, comfortable sundress. 

I know everyone approaches a remix differently.  Some prefer to just be inspired by the pattern and take off from there.  I prefer to start with the physical pattern and make changes to customize and give it my own touches.  I made two Popover Dresses for this week.  

This first one has a high-low hem (higher in front and longer in back), Regular straps (no ties), a ruffle on the bottom, on-seam pockets, and elastic across the top.  The elastic was needed for my girls because with the original pattern the straps slip down a lot.  See the first picture - that is a popover dress I made earlier this summer.  



Original Popover                                                                                 Remixed Popover



 High-Low Hem


 On-seam pockets and elastic casing 


 Elastic holds the straps on the shoulders.  The elastic also adds stress points to the garment though so I added extra stitches to reinforce this area.

Here is the second dress I made.  She didn't want pockets and instead of a ruffle she has tiny purple lace trim along the bottom.







6 comments:

  1. Adorable! I can't wait to see what else you do! :) Following your blog now definately!
    Bonnie MS

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  2. Very clever idea. Never thought to do elastic. I'd love for you to link your outfit to our Fall Clothing Party!!!

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  3. Very sweet! I admire you for sewing along during the school year! I only started blogging and participating in sew alongs when I decided to stay home from teaching in the public schools! :)

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  4. I really like the look and the functionality of the elastic--thanks for the tip!

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  5. I love the elastic in the top---so clever and it gives it an extra detail which I LOVE! So well done!
    elizabeth

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  6. They are both so adorable! I really like the elastic in the front and back yokes.

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