Another finished project

I actually finished this one a while ago - vintage McCall's 7554, a robe from 1964. The fabric is a funky skull print on flannel from JoAnn's. They came out with a prettier flannel with roses and skulls on a brown background, so maybe I'll make another one of these out of that. The pattern was easy and fits nicely, just like all the other vintage patterns I've used to date. It's quite comfy, the short sleeves make it wearable in the summer - as well as make it easier to cook breakfast. I can't think how many times I've caught the sleeve of a long sleeved robe on the frying pan.

it is a good day to sew

McCall's 5378: I've assembled the bodice, skirt, and sleeves.

McCall's 7554: The front and back are together, the sleeves are done and pinned in, I also finished the tie.

cut it out

I've cut out the following clothing projects:

McCall's 7554 (vintage housecoat) out of this skull flannel fabric. I know - again with the skull fabric. I spotted this stuff on the shelf at JoAnn's and it made me almost unreasonably happy. Originally I was going to make a dress but I decided it would be better off as a nifty housecoat. Why did housecoats go out of style?

Advance 718 (vintage "convertible" apron) out of old school tattoo art on a pink background - I have high hopes for this one.

I also finished cutting out New Look 6899 (view e). The pattern layout was wack, and I just couldn't figure out how to cut out both skirt panels with the yardage listed on the envelope. The fabric has a bright pink background with butterflies and budding branches, I had to wait until HoLo got more in stock. Can't find a picture of the material so I'll have to take one later.

I'm in the mood to make another shirtdress or two; I'm waiting the arrival of vintage Simplicity 5845 that I found on Etsy the other day. View 2 has a nice full pleated skirt.

Probably won't get to do serious sewing until winter break, so I have to get ready for the eventual sewing binge!