Tuesday, January 12, 2010

The Clone Continues

I may just have to start shopping for RTW clothing so that I could bring them home and clone them. Then make me some clothes that look like what's in the stores, but make them to fit! I think this is the very first time I've ever lamented not owning RTW clothing. I love the way my new clone top turned out.


Well, I'm not thrilled with the sleeves, but they weren't cloned. I couldn't find my pattern for the ones I wanted and found this pattern in my search. While they're not perfect, they are much better than the ones that came on the original blouse. The next blouse I'll use the same sleeve pattern, just make it about 3 inches shorter and take out the gathers.


Be sure and click on the photo above. It's a composite of 3 views and the original blouse. I know all the details are lost in the black dotted fabric, but I thought the fabric had just the right hand for the blouse AND it was in my collection. Remember my goal to sew only from the collection? Now if only my jeans fit as well.

OK, now I have to get back to sewing those UFOs and I think I'll search for another fabric to make this top in again while it still fits.
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16 comments:

  1. GailJanuary 12, 2010 at 11:15 PM

    Don't be too hard on yourself. The sleeves look fine. There is a BWOF pattern for this shirt with long sleeves. When I find it, I'll send you the number.

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  2. willowsmumJanuary 13, 2010 at 1:07 AM

    I think your blouse is much, much better than the RTW blouse and can I just say that length of sleeve really suits you and I wouldn't change it at all.
    Superb job.
    Sandra

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  3. ElarayJanuary 13, 2010 at 2:38 AM

    Another great looking blouse. Now you can clone anything!

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  4. EugeniaJanuary 13, 2010 at 4:12 AM

    Beautiful blouse, I love that fabric, and, personally I think the sleeves look rather nice!

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  5. GigiJanuary 13, 2010 at 4:45 AM

    Wow, the fit is really good! And I like the sleeves. Of course, this is a style you can easily make a half-dozen times with different sleeves.

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  6. ClaudineJanuary 13, 2010 at 5:01 AM

    That looks fantastic on you! Nice job

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  7. TraceyJanuary 13, 2010 at 5:47 AM

    Wow, that turned out great and looks wonderful on you! I even like the sleeves. I have a top I would love to clone but for some reason taking the on-line classes intimidate me. I feel like I need to see a demonstration in order for it to click rather than reading about it.

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  8. BConkyJanuary 13, 2010 at 6:03 AM

    It's perfect. You look great in it. Love the fit.

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  9. BeangirlJanuary 13, 2010 at 6:29 AM

    Amazing! This is so cute and I love that sleeve length on you personally. This is one great top!

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  10. gwensewsJanuary 13, 2010 at 6:30 AM

    You did such a new job on that blouse. Isn't it wonderful to make your own clothes that fit properly and you can have any fabric, any color?

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  11. Sew ShyJanuary 13, 2010 at 7:44 AM

    Looks great, Sherril. The sleeves look good too, and the fabric really suits the pattern.
    I finished my shorts yesterday! Now just need to take pictures...

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  12. Amy (quixoticpixels)January 13, 2010 at 8:24 AM

    Your blouse turned out so nice! I like the sleeves :)

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  13. Gretchen the Household DeityJanuary 13, 2010 at 1:27 PM

    Such a cute blouse! The cloning process was very successful.

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  14. CarlaF-in AtlantaJanuary 13, 2010 at 6:02 PM

    You did an excellent job cloning. I like it.

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  15. HeathersSphereJanuary 17, 2010 at 11:56 PM

    Absolutely BEAUTIFUL, Sherril!

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  16. sanjeetMarch 15, 2010 at 12:00 PM

    Another great looking blouse. Now you can clone anything!
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