Edwardian 1914 Frock

 Life is taking a huge chunk of my sewing time. Part is organizing our meals and part is making sure the Spousal Unit is safe.

I am working on Keepers Dolly Dud's 1914 Frock. 

I started off following the pattern and putting on lace trim. My lace refused to cooperate so I removed it and did top stitching. I also chose not to have contrasting collar and cuffs so had to dig in the notions stash for something to break up the monotony of the outfit. I really don't have to follow what the designer does. 

While digging in the notions stash I found these lovely little flowers that were gifted to me by a designer in England. They are perfect for the outfit. 

I glued down the ones in the picture though I have moved one up a bit since taking the picture. I will hand stitch down all the leaves with green thread.

I laid down more of the flowers onto the collar and the over skirt. The extra ones on the collar may or may not happen. Decisions!

The sleeves are done with no picture. The cuff is topped stitched and a rose is on each cuff.

The skirt will have the 2 rows of top stitching. I will hem it first with white thread as it won't be noticeable and then top stitch over it. 

The buttons on the back will be plain white ones as I don't have any more of the blue flower ones. 

I am so looking forward to finishing this dress just to see the final results. I didn't have a vision for this dress so it is evolving as I sew it. 

I will post when it is done. Hopefully I can squeeze in sewing time this weekend. I do have to make potholders and a fabric pouch before I can start on the Regency era outfits I want to make. 

Happy Doll Sewing.................................................................