The Evolving Vogue 9081

When Vogue 9081 first came out, I thought, finally, a dress I will love. I always think that, especially when summer days are fast approaching. They always look so cool and comfortable.

Vogue 9081

I liked Vogue 9081 so much, that I made two of them.

I have worn the black one a number of times but every time I put the orange on, I take it off again. I look too much like a speed cone with legs.

Next I dipped it in black walnuts. The color is better but still I do not wear it. Last night I removed the lower panels. Then I added a piece of bias print for the hem tape. I have it on now and I like it so much better as a tunic with pants. I do not know why. I just do. I might even make it a third time now!

Slimmer pants would be even better.

I am holding another bag made from Noodlehead's Open Wide Pouch tutorial.

It is such fun to whip up one of these. The fabric is from a remnant of cotton canvas DD purchased at Ikea. I added a small piece of printed cotton, and a piece of ribbon. And, of course, sashiko.

This one is in honor of today's MMM16 theme - polka dot parade.