I’m really sorry about my computer not letting me get into my blog and write the post for Wednesday morning as I usually do. I don’t know what happened, but I was totally locked out and couldn’t do a thing… Occasionally Word Press closes down things for maintenance but I don’t recall receiving anything about it if they did. I could get on Ebay, Etsy, Facebook, my email, etc, but just not my blog.
So I sent a quick email to Linda and asked her if she could go into my blog post from the day before and add a comment at the bottom of the comments letting you all know I was having troubles. I could have sent an email to Charlotte too, as they are both my early risers… well, actually Charlotte is on the west coast and she’s a night owl! Anyway, things were okay as of Wednesday morning, I got my blog post written and now I’m writing this for Thursday! All is well! :o)
I made a little bit of headway, and the pictures I have are semi-constructed … the sleeves are just pinned on, but they give you an idea of what this dress will look like.
I found this one lone necklace from my daughter, Rebecca, and it made me lonesome to see her, so that’s how this dress came to be… up until I found it, I was ready to put all my dolls names in a hat and draw one out…
I bought this fabric a while back and absolutely love it… it reminds me of a watercolor print… the colors are so soft and feminine!
Rebecca is probably going to be the “wearer” of this dress, but I do think I’ll give a chance to Elizabeth…she’s my Regency gal… OOPS… I spoiled it and spilled the beans… this is a Regency dress… well the start of one… I have lots more to go, but wanted to give all you American Girl doll fans something to look forward to!
I’ll have to see what I can accomplish tomorrow! Isn’t Rebecca a nice Regency girl too? I think she’s such a pretty doll!
See you tomorrow,
Blessings, Jeanne
Good morning, Jeanne! All is well this morning, and here you are! I am happy to have helped a bit with yesterday’s problem, and glad it is over.
Rebecca makes the perfect Regency girl! While a lot of us might think a Regency hairstyle is the upswept French Roll, I do doubt little girls wore their hair like that except on special occasions.
Oh my, those pretty water colored roses make such a beautiful design! And speaking of roses, they are spectacular this year! Amazingly, I do not have a rose bush in my yard, since I refuse to have a bush with thorns! They aren’t fun to take care of, so I just admire them from other yards!
The pearl necklace is just the perfect kind for that dress, and I have one also made by Rebecca, exactly like that!, The lace piece across the bodice is beautiful! Can’t wait to see what you do with the rest!
Well, I didn’t see your yesterday’s blog until tonight; glad the glitch was only temporary!! Anyway, a comment about yesterday:
Eventually you will get that Mary Jane shoe pattern perfected; I have no doubt about that. I really loved the shoes just as you made them to go with the last outfit, though.
Had you thought about using something like a similar-weight felt to make your mock-ups as you go along? It would save you from using your pieces of pretty leather, and might be close enough to at least see if you are heading in the right direction!
The thongs are so cute! That would be a fun style to have on hand, and then whip up some shorts and a top for a future outfit.
For today, I love that fabric, and I was pretty sure you were going to say Regency! Even though I’m not so much a Regency fan, I think this is going to be one gorgeous gown.
I think this fabric would work equally well for a 50s-era sundress with a full skirt! Just a thought….
We had a lovely dinner out for our 48th anniversary, and I was happy to see that they had returned my favorite, Miso steak, to the menu!! So, that’s what I had!!
So glad Jeanne, included a closeup of that lovely fabric. It reflects the blue water or sky in little splotches as well as the brilliant tricolored roses. Love this lace as a bodice attraction. Rebecca does look lovely, but Elizabeth might be a wonderful star as well. 🙂
Linda, there are lots of thorn less roses out there from which to choose. In fact, years ago, probably 30, I planted one, and it has become a favorite for me. It is sort of a peachy/pink and actually changes color as it blooms. It is also a repeat bloomer so if it is deadheaded regularly, it can bloom all summer here in CA. It is in the fenced backyard here so the varmints, aka deer, can’t bother it. 🙂
Actually got a little bit more done on my outfit for Siblie Ten Ping. Might be all together soon. 🙂
Dear Jeanne, what beautiful fabric! What is that lace insert across the bodice called (the non-sewer would like to know – laugh)? It is so pretty. The necklace does make the top look festive. Maybe there is a June Ball in some dolly’s future.
HI Dorothy,
I think I got that piece of lace at either Hobby Lobby or Walmart. I know it wasn’t Joann’s. It’s just a dainty lace, embroidered on netting and is a very pretty lace. I love the scalloped edge at the top…
A June Dolly Ball, huh? :o) hmmmm….
Blessings, Jeanne
Jeanne, this fabric is beautiful and very feminine. The lace across the bodice adds a delicate touch. It also looks lovely on Rebecca. The pearl necklace, perfect.
Can’t wait to see what’s next!
I was just so glad to see your blog today👍🏻😉 right where it usually is!
I’m trying to think of a word to describe how well I love that fabric! Beautiful, awesome, fantastic….the colors are perfect and of course I love roses. The lace across the front looks so nice too. Can’t wait to see how this one progresses.
Thornless roses are just what you need Linda👏
Edmundo Roses show several that are described as “ nearly thornless”.😉 but are still the pretty tea rose shape.
I didn’t see yesterday’s blog until late in the day so I saved my comment for today. I think the Mary Jane shoes for Stella”s outfit were perfect so unless there is some reason to want to make the shoes one piece I wouldn’t work too hard at it and instead make lots of flip flops. I guess you still can’t get on your Etsy site so there’s no use asking you to sell some on Etsy. I know my RRFFs would love to have a pair – or two. Charlotte’s idea of using felt while you are trying to perfect the Mary Jane sizing, etc., sounds like a good one.
The current dress you are making makes me want to run out and buy a Rebecca or Elizabeth. The dress is going to be stunning and would look good on either of them. The necklace is perfect and I love the lace embellishment. And the fabric – breathtaking! Can’t wait to see the finished product and accessories.
Rose thorns! Oh how I know about them. The only roses I’ve managed to grow successfully are the Texas native roses and their thorns are the worst. I have torn clothes on them while just weeding the bed. I have to be very careful when I deadhead them.
Since I could not access the blog yesterday morning I opted for heading in to my sewing room. My Paola Reina now has a lovely new dress that has been on the drawing board for almost two years. I planned the dress to go with some shoes I bought. Cleo is over the moon with her new dress and her coordinating shoes. Today I’m going to start a lovely dress for Greer Adele to wear to her school Spring Fling. She is in 6th grade this year and in middle school so rather than a prom they have a Spring Fling where all the girls wear lovely spring dresses so she, of course, has to have a new dress for the event.
Glad all is well on the blog, Jeanne. Yep, I knew it was a Regency dress immediately even though Rebecca was modeling. i think she makes a great Regency girl as well. Beautiful fabric with the watercolor roses. I’m really looking forward to seeing this one.
I absolutely love roses (and any blue flower) and am anxiously awaiting the arrival of the first blooms on my three antique variety Zephirine Drouhin climbing roses. I have had one for about 20 years and just planted two more this spring.The variety has been around since 1868, exactly 100 years before I was born.:-) It’s a true rose pink with a heavy old rose fragrance and repeat blooms. It is truly thornless! I’ve also never had the problems with blackspot, mildew, or rust that it says it is prone to getting.
LINDA, BARBARA, and anyone else who would like a truly thornless rose.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosa_%27Zephirine_Drouhin%27
Laura, I wish I would have room or the right place for a rose bush, but after living here in this same house for 48 years, things are pretty well established here, plus shade from two enormous trees, so I don’t think a rose would thrive in my yard. I love climbing roses! My father had a beautiful, pale pink climbing rose in our first house, and I have always loved that kind! When the petals fell off we would put them on our lips like they were lipstick, you know, the silly things kids do!
Laura, thanks for the description of the rose. I was tempted and ordered it in a pot. I will try to plant it in my garden. Regards.
It promises to be a beautiful Regency gown. These dolls in costumes from this era are very cute.