Sunday, December 2, 2012

A Cowl to Covet



Sometimes the jury can be out for me on whether a cowl sits comfortably and doesn't feel like it needs to be fiddled with or constantly adjusted. Not so with Vogue 1197. This is the deepest cowl I've found and the weight of it creates the perfect drape. Combine this pattern with a nice, heavy knit and it is a joy to wear. I found this beautiful houndstooth Ponte at Gorgeous Fabrics.
 
I love this pattern and I think it could easily be passed by because the pattern envelope does not do it justice. To fully appreciate it have a look at the line drawing:


I love EVERYTHING about this tunic. Especially the cowl:



And the sleeves:



My Pattern Review and some other close up pics and comments are here. Thanks for stopping by!
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16 comments:

  1. Little Hunting CreekDecember 2, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    Beautiful! This looks great on you. Now I need to make one :)

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  2. Merche MartinezDecember 2, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    You are right, the envelope photo doesn´t make this pattern justice. But you chose the right fabric and with that belt and the boots you look fantastic!

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  3. JudithDecember 2, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    This looks extremely modern, and classic at the same time. Your balance of fabric, colours and style is a winner with this one...

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  4. Linda TDecember 2, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    Looks fabulous! Looks like a "must get" pattern.

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  5. CherrypixDecember 2, 2012 at 4:45 PM

    Looking very sleek and chic in that dress! Great houndstooth color combo!

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  6. Steph ADecember 2, 2012 at 8:45 PM

    Gorgeous!!! I love the cowl, it's so full! The fabric is great for this style, just the right amount of body, and what a pattern!

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  7. Monica DDecember 2, 2012 at 9:22 PM

    I love this houndstooth!

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  8. shamsDecember 2, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    This really looks great on you!

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  9. Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic)December 2, 2012 at 10:55 PM

    Your fabric choice really adds to te deliciousness this garment!

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  10. velosewsDecember 3, 2012 at 12:29 AM

    Oooh. It's so pretty and stylish too!

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  11. RuthDecember 3, 2012 at 3:08 AM

    Super dress and, as usual, super styling. Well done.

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  12. MarthaDecember 3, 2012 at 7:37 AM

    Well, I love everything about this too! You are so productive and it looks so very chic on you.

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  13. Goodbye ValentinoDecember 4, 2012 at 9:27 PM

    Covetable, indeed! Love this :)

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  14. sewingkmDecember 7, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    So chic! I've been thinking about this pattern and after your success I must try it




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  15. pdiddlyDecember 12, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    this looks great on you especially with the tights and boots - is it starting to cool down over there yet?

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  16. CocoDecember 13, 2012 at 5:02 AM

    Pretty, pretty - great look for you.

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