Saturday, May 19, 2012

Trend Spring 2012 color blocking

Plumbing issues are keeping any progress on the jackets at bay, but here are some really interesting color blocking ideas from Net-a-Porter.  These are a terrific use of fabrics that you loved but don't have enough left over to make anything from.

Preen has a stretch satin body and jersey sleeves, the Giambattista top is actually a knit but can be made up in practically any fabric.
Elizabeth and James - Silk Chiffon
DVF - Silk Crepe
Victoria Beckham - Jersey
Chloe - Silk Crepe


Color Blocking spring 2012

So get back to that stash and see what leftovers you have, they're not just for stuffing small sewing projects.

2 comments:

claire said...

I tried to post on the 8804 page, but couldn't find a button.
The front sleeve on 8804 is on a slight bias. There are hand-sewn darts on the back lining to "shrink" out some of the fullness.

Thank you for reviewing my patterns.
Claire Shaeffer

ELMO said...

Thank you Claire for reading, I'll be sure to add that to the 8804 page.