Me-Made-June Days 2,3 & 4

Day 1 was a fail, as I was in shop-bought PJs the whole day!

Day 2

What me-made item was worn?

A 1950s dress that needed re-hemming and the straps lengthened to fit me, this took me 2 years to do.  A 1980s silk top that I took the sleeves off after having it for several years and never wearing it as it was unflattering.

Where was it worn?

To work, then for a dog walk.

How often is it usually worn?

I had never worn the dress before, as it needed altering, Me-Made-June made it happen! I wore the silk top a lot last summer after altering it and it’s great to layer over dresses.

Will it be worn again?

Definitely, I like the items together.  I really like the dress worn as a skirt and it makes it more casual.  The top is light and cool, and can go with most dresses or skirts, so is very versatile.

Day 3

What was worn?

Red cotton & white polka-dot peplum top, self drafted at least 6 years ago.

Where was it worn?

To work, then a dog walk, and finally to the pub where a lovely lady told me she loved my ‘stylish’ outfit.

How often is it usually worn?

I haven’t worn the top for years, I’ve no idea why as I love it, though the cotton is quite stiff and not great quality, so that does let it down.  I don’t have much that goes with it, but I think it works great with the skirt I paired it with.

Will it be worn again?

Yes, it has been rediscovered and I now aim to make a few plain coloured separates to wear with it.

Day 4

What was worn?

My newly sewn Parfait dress, blogged here, made with charity shopped fabric and buttons.

Where was it worn?

Charity shopping, the obligatory dog walk then to a friend’s house, where upon arriving, her usually silent boyfriend told me I looked very pretty!

How often is it usually worn?

This was its debut.

Will it be worn again?

Yes, though the fabric creases terribly, plus I do feel it’s a little tight around the ribcage.  Overall though I feel it’s a success.