The Made From Scraps Blouse
The Facts:
Fabric: Cotton shirting bought over four years ago that I found while cleaning out my closet, about $4/yard
Pattern: Simplicity 1554
Year: 1945
Notions: black plastic buttons, $1
Time to complete: 6 hours
First worn: Hasn’t been worn yet!
Wear again? Yes!
Total price: $5?
Pattern used:
I found this already-cut plaid cotton shirting wadded up in a ball at the back of my closet. The blouse is surprisingly comfortable and came together pretty quickly (from cutting to stitching) in about an afternoon.
I serged the interfacing so it would be more flat, and double-folded all the edges. I used French seams on the sides. I’ve made this once before but altered it to use facings instead of seam binding, since the seam binding kept flipping up. I also lengthened it to it’ll hit around mid-hip.
Shown here with Wearing History trousers. The shirt is very comfortable and would work well worn casual or dressed-up. The muted color of the plaid makes it feel very 40s.
Jackie you look very cool in your blouse, I love your styling
really cute blouse! love the collar…and the color :)
Great vintage pattern!
Such a classic blouse. I’m glad that there was enough fabric to complete. I’m with Charlotte on the styling.
Gorgeous top Janice very 40′s, love it!
I love that you are into vintage pattern sewing. This is a great little blouse. I look forward to seeing what else you make in the coming weeks.
Such a 40s vibe. You look smashing!
A fabulous ensemble – I love the color of the plaid!
I can’t believe I missed this last week. You look wonderful- I love the strong, sharp 1940′s woman vibe. Really great outfit. I love simple little blouses like that… useful and easy to sew and look great. :)