Transformation

Sunday, October 18, 2009

I finally got around to completing one of the project pieces I brought back from my last Warrenton trip. Go back here for the before shot. This is the after shot. I used some vintage patterns from my Great Aunt and a bit of mod podge to cover the existing scratched and marred surface. Then I used a bit of Jennifer Paganelli's fabric and a vintage tape measure from my Grandmother's sewing cabinet to dress up the top. I'm not sure if I'll be keeping this one yet. When I transform the other dress form from Warrenton, I may have to choose which one stays and which one goes. For now, I'll just enjoy the process.
The skirt is a free pattern from Oliver + S. I used some vintage brown rose trim and Fabritopia's gorgeous green lace to finish it off.
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7 comments:

  1. UnknownOctober 18, 2009 at 8:44 PM

    Wow, what a difference, looks great and I love the measuring tape around the neck. I have some of that Ginger Blossom fabric but I'm too scared to cut it LOL.

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  2. The Polka Dot ClosetMarch 12, 2013 at 6:09 PM

    I just wanted to let you know your girl arrived safe and sound at the dress form ball! She looked so cute with her tape measure bow! She was swept off to the dance floor as soon as she arrived. I promise to return her safe and sound when the ball is over. Thank you for attending!

    Carol

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  3. BeansieleighMarch 12, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    So SWEET, and love the measuring tape bow!.. Nice meeting you, Courtney, via The Dress Form Ball today! ~tina

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  4. NannaMarch 12, 2013 at 10:32 PM

    covering her in your Aunts vintage patterns not only makes her fabulouse but she now holds sweet sentimental value everytime you look at her
    Helen

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  5. CreateologyMarch 12, 2013 at 11:37 PM

    How lovely she looks and the tape measure bow is perfect. This is such a fun event. Dancing the night away...

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  6. 20 North OraMarch 13, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    Love the old patterns and the measuring tape. What a doll. Coming over from Polka Dot Closet.

    Judy

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  7. UnknownMarch 14, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    Lovely dress form! I love what you did with the measuring tape. So cute!

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