tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post2853627953905116376..comments2023-09-16T16:47:46.971+01:00Comments on SewRuth: Deutsches SafariRuthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12932941271891297975noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-60063268151587816022012-10-07T15:23:57.111+01:002012-10-07T15:23:57.111+01:00I think it looks fun! Like a safari kind of thing...I think it looks fun! Like a safari kind of thing. Exactly as it was meant to look. I first thought the fabric was suede and had assumed you were test driving your skills with a leather skirt before attempting the pants. The brushed cotton has a very rich look. Well done!Alaskapsychnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-26897805848388413092012-10-07T14:24:34.877+01:002012-10-07T14:24:34.877+01:00Ruth, this skirt is just gorgeous. Beautifully sew...Ruth, this skirt is just gorgeous. Beautifully sewn, the hardware is outstanding. Very chic. I love that you do the 'unusual' and go for the details that make all the difference between your garments and so many others. Inspiring.Cocohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13784505178222083364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-86133631945756040672012-10-06T21:17:57.641+01:002012-10-06T21:17:57.641+01:00Real suede, now you're talking! Anyway, you...Real suede, now you're talking! Anyway, you've an enviable figure.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932941271891297975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-37909563990661198112012-10-06T21:17:01.837+01:002012-10-06T21:17:01.837+01:00I want to be Grace Kelly - No wait I AM (dreams)I want to be Grace Kelly - No wait I AM (dreams)Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932941271891297975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-16328102093806614602012-10-06T19:13:58.059+01:002012-10-06T19:13:58.059+01:00Love it!!!! I wish I could still fit into my sued...Love it!!!! I wish I could still fit into my suede skirt. Maybe when I'm dead. ;) Seriously though, beautiful skirt.SEWNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05447977771494445400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-84743292066219592882012-10-06T13:09:31.988+01:002012-10-06T13:09:31.988+01:00This is exactly what Grace Kelly wanted to wear in...This is exactly what Grace Kelly wanted to wear in Mogambo! I love it. prttynpnkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16513331416653286924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-62551015830478161572012-10-06T08:37:15.545+01:002012-10-06T08:37:15.545+01:00Why thank you. Love your collection of blues.Why thank you. Love your collection of blues.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932941271891297975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-2782946407598298952012-10-06T08:35:19.574+01:002012-10-06T08:35:19.574+01:00Yes I had some concerns about that Judith but lack...Yes I had some concerns about that Judith but lack of language skills actually proved advantageous on this occasion. ThanksRuthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932941271891297975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-78060219374157682152012-10-06T08:34:24.940+01:002012-10-06T08:34:24.940+01:00They have great stylesThey have great stylesRuthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932941271891297975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-43941511838743467902012-10-06T08:34:06.314+01:002012-10-06T08:34:06.314+01:00The fact that the Pattern Company sells these too ...The fact that the Pattern Company sells these too is such a bonus so you don't have to go trailing around looking.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932941271891297975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-15750038580417554242012-10-06T08:33:14.053+01:002012-10-06T08:33:14.053+01:00Oh and you're right, No one ever messes with m...Oh and you're right, No one ever messes with me - well maybe once only! LOLRuthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932941271891297975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-53079358558613813462012-10-06T08:32:37.408+01:002012-10-06T08:32:37.408+01:00Marianna, this is not a proper exposed zip, I just...Marianna, this is not a proper exposed zip, I just folded the seam allowances in and positioned the zip behind then. There was an article in a Threads issue not so long ago that covered exposed zips.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932941271891297975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-47613841956349236282012-10-06T08:30:47.539+01:002012-10-06T08:30:47.539+01:00Thanks Pauline, I prefer a more fitted look anyway...Thanks Pauline, I prefer a more fitted look anyway.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932941271891297975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-45413878450645445052012-10-06T01:25:48.279+01:002012-10-06T01:25:48.279+01:00This is a fabulous skirt. The details are great an...This is a fabulous skirt. The details are great and I love the fabric and style. I agree with Judith, and prefer your fitted look rather than the scrunched up waistSewingellehttp://beurreblanc.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-40353455331246617832012-10-05T23:50:22.576+01:002012-10-05T23:50:22.576+01:00Love it! You are just so adventurous with your sew...Love it! You are just so adventurous with your sewing ideas, and they always turn out so stylish. I think I prefer the fitted waist on you, rather than the original bunched look...Judithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16406164663751567997noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-2810513313843970232012-10-05T22:39:16.172+01:002012-10-05T22:39:16.172+01:00Great details. I just might have to give these pat...Great details. I just might have to give these patterns a try. RhondaBusshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12555069797738423675noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-25758121309760293582012-10-05T19:35:59.866+01:002012-10-05T19:35:59.866+01:00It looks great! The metal clasps and details make...It looks great! The metal clasps and details make all the difference. Nice fit too!Karinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06551387452771116176noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-8512861542131098602012-10-05T18:26:07.309+01:002012-10-05T18:26:07.309+01:00I love this skirt and I love the whole outfit. I ...I love this skirt and I love the whole outfit. I don't think anyone is going to mess with you...<br /><br />Any tips on sewing the exposed zip? It really suits some styles and the look has been around for several years but I've yet to find out how to do it nicely. Mariannahttp://www.sew2pro.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9136040603292106359.post-82209579552932740532012-10-05T17:16:03.006+01:002012-10-05T17:16:03.006+01:00Ruth, despite the fact you say it didn't turn ...Ruth, despite the fact you say it didn't turn out the way it should, it looks lovely.pdiddlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12231666147175522583noreply@blogger.com