I had ordered some fabric online (crepe viscose) for a jumpsuit I was going to make but didn't quite like the texture and feel for the look I was going for. I put it to the side for a later project and here it is . I ended up making another jumpsuit.

I know I wanted a kimono top style and had a great pattern in mind, can you guess which one? V9253 which I hacked to make into a coat (Blog Post here). I skipped the zipper and opted for a V back higher than the front V neck.  I also used the bottom part of V9075 and instead of pleating it, I gathered and added an elastic. This was an easy make and I love love how it fits feels and looks. Also works great as off the shoulder and you know I like some off shoulder action. What do you think? Want one? Get in touch with me to set up an appointment for your custom piece. Book here

When I first officially started sewing for other people Desiree was the first person to jump all over it. She was actually one of the very first people who actually saw me take my first steps into all of this and has been extremely supportive and encouraging throughout this journey (it's just who she is).

Fast forward one year later I still had not made the jumpsuit I promised to make Desiree, mostly because I was super sensitive and scared I would mess up (nervous laugh). So I kept making jumpsuits for myself and maybe one other person and the rest of the world lol. Desiree was not having this and subtly kept hinting on social media that she was still waiting LOL.

Anyways, I said I had been making things for everyone else but her and so I got myself together and told her I was ready to make her jumpsuit. As per process, I asked her to show me ideas of what she wanted and colors that she liked.  She finally picked out an off shoulder jumpsuit inspired by Style Pantry

Desiree wanted a different bottom style and so I asked her to bring me her favorite set of pants so I could make the bottom in a style that she loved. That right there was what sealed the deal.

I got to work and completed her jumpsuit in time for a conference Desiree was speaking at. Desiree came in for her fitting and everything fit perfectly. I used a lightweight Crepe fabric with an elasticated waist, the off shoulder feature and for ease in and out an invisible zipper on the shoulder.  Let's not forget the pockets LOL We love our pockets. All I remember afterward was her saying "I love it" I love it"

Day of the conference I managed to connect with Desiree again (She looked gorgeous) and before I could get in a word she was like OMG I have gotten so many compliments on this Jumpsuit. I love it it is so comfortable, I love it and want it in all colors.

This is the joy of sewing for me. Watching Fabric transform into something wearable but then making someone feel beautiful, comfortable and have them hear those compliments ring in. I love it

In my previous valentine's day inspiration post, I was trying to decide what look I was going to go for. I had started with a peplum red dress that I made about Christmas time and I thought I was going to go with that. Pinterest wonderland ended up sucking me in and I changed my mind after seeing a white wide legged jumpsuit by Solace London. I had to have this. White was too much and too bridal for my taste, so I decided to go with black.



I didn't have any pattern that I could go by so I fused two patterns together McCall's 6838 for the top and butterwick 6178 for the bottom. I added about 10 inches to the bottom because these were culottes and I was going for a more Pant effect.


So this was my valentines day look. I accessorized with cascading gold chains, a red open toe boot and a little red clutch. The outfit was a hit. Definitely one to remake.

 

 

 

I am not sure what it is, or where it came from, but I LOVE jumpsuits. Maybe it's because it's the one pot wonder of clothing (Ok maybe not). But yes, dress, pants and top all combined in one. Do you see it yet? .......Oh well I may be alone in this!!

With my love for jumpsuits comes the urge to acquire more and more, but that may prove to be a tad bit expensive. So I decided to make my own. With my sewing adventure I have made four jumpsuits which I will show case later, but for now this was my birthday jumpsuit and I absolutely loved how this jumpsuit flowed and fit. I will definitely be rocking it more often.

Pattern: Simplicity Pattern 1158
Fabric: 3 yards Rayon Challis Marni Teal Rayon Fabric
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