Vintage Fabric Sencha

Now I know that the Colette Patterns Sencha blouse pattern isn't actually vintage, but I think it would be difficult to argue that it isn't a 'retro' style so I'm posting my creation here anyways! I don't normally go for 'blousey' type shapes, but the back buttons appealed to me and I like how this pattern is a real canvas for the fabric choice, making all the Senchas I've seen look very different.

The fabric I used definately is vintage though. It's something synthetic that I found buried in a pile at work. It has a crepe-y texture, with a soft handle and nice drape. There's a wierd sparkliness to it as well. Any ideas what it could be?!

The buttons I used were from my stash, bought at a flea market at some point last year. I think they fit perfectly with the nautical theme of this blouse.

For more on this creation, including info on the modifications I made, please check my blog post.

Happy stitching peops!
Zoe xxx

Handmade Jane

Hi, I’m Jane and I’ve been sewing for just over a year.  When I'm not chasing around after my two young sons, I spend a lot of my time sighing over fabrics (usually vintage inspired prints) and agonising over which pattern to team them with.  So far I’ve made a few retro styled items, this 50’s style button back blouse from Collette Patterns...

... and what I like to call my ‘lady dress’ which I made from McCall’s Easy pattern M2401. 

Please check out my my blog Handmade Jane, where you can read about them here and here.

Having gained a few skills and upped my confidence I’m now ready to have a go at a real life vintage pattern.  I’ve got three waiting in the wings, but I think this one will be the first one I try.

Looking forward to sharing the results with you all. x