I bet you're wondering where I have been this past week?

BUSY!!  I had some new neighbors move in a couple of houses down and some cleaning to do to get ready for my vacation in a week.  So what did I do during this time as far as crafts?  I did some knitting on my sweater vest and then some on a gift for someone for christmas and started sewing a dress for myself.

I've always wanted to be able to make clothes for myself and my family.  This time, I'll be the guinea pig and make a dress that is really easy so far.  I did the worst part of it already, but went to try it on, and wouldn't you know I looked at the measurements wrong.  When I looked at the measurements on the packet, it said a 22 is for a bust of 46.  For some gosh-darn-it reason I thought that was for the band size.  I'm actually a 50 in the bust.  So I need to fix that.  But I can't just re-cut the pieces since I got the fabric on clearance and there was only so much of it left on the bolt.  I have a little left, but not enough to fix the problem.  So what I'm thinking I will do is just take off the lining and re-cut those since I bought MORE than enough of that and then just add 2 inches to each side of the seam.  Since it will be under my arms, it shouldn't be that noticeable and maybe if I'm clever enough I can try to match the print exactly so you wouldn't be able to see it ever.

This is the pattern I am using.  I did modify the neckline to match the dress on the left, but like the cap sleeve on the right.  So on the pattern I transferred the markings to make the neckline I wanted on the right side or dress B pattern.  

This is the top.  I got it for $4.00 a yard at Joann's. I'm so excited to see it coming together.  I will post pictures when I get more done.  But for now, I will take a break and finish it tomorrow.

Happy Crafting!!