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Stylish Fabrics Blog Tour

Written by Kimberly Coffin Β· This post may contain affiliate links Β· 41 Comments


Sew Ready for Fall LogoI'm so thrilled to be a part of this blog tour featuring Stylish Fabric! Who is ready for a fall-themed blog tour full of amazingly talented ladies, awesome giveaways and gorgeous fabrics?

Does it get any better than this? I think not!

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Tessa Sheath Dress Love Notions

I knew right off the bat, that I wanted to use Love Notions Tessa Sheath Dress (As a disclaimer, Love Notions sponsored this pattern and this post contains affiliate links.) I was pregnant when it originally released and I've been not-so-patiently waiting to make this dress! I really wanted to make this dress in a large, striped print. So I headed over to Stylish Fabric and started searching.

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After spending way too many hours ooo-ing and ahhh-ing over all the gorgeous fabric, I finally decided on this one. This is my first time using fabric from Stylish Fabric and I have to say I was quite impressed by their vast selection of fabric. They have a little bit of every type of fabric and I was left with so many different options!

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I instantly fell in love with this white and cream thick-striped liverpool fabric. (The fabric is actually more mint green than the photos show, my DSLR camera decided not to cooperate and I was left with iPhone photos, which are somewhat neon-looking.) Living in California makes for an interesting fall season. Coming from Idaho, I'm used to breaking out my heavy coats, thermals, scarves and boots when fall sets in. But northern California is a whole different ball game! It's almost never cold enough for a jacket which means my summer clothing gets worn all year long.

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For this blog post, I wanted to focus on how to take a summer look into the fall in true California style. For my summer look I wanted easy, breezy and comfortable. I could wear this look out to brunch with the girls or even to the park. I especially love the high neckline which is perfect for statement pieces like this one.

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Obviously this dress is NOT breast-feeding friendly. I kind of want to give up breastfeeding just so I can wear this dress all day, everyday. Okay, I'm kidding! I would never give up breastfeeding just for clothing.....but it's tempting because I really hate breastfeeding! I totally wish I was one of those super moms who had tons of milk and loved having a baby latched onto them all hours of the day. Unfortunately, that's just not the case. I do have a breast-feeding hack up my sleeve for the next time I make this dress. So be on the look out for that!

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Love Notions Tessa Sheath Dress

For my fall look I added a chambray shirt, chunky navy wooden heels and a jewel-toned necklace. This gives the dress a darker look and provides me with a little extra warmth. This dress has made its way to the front of my closet because it is hands down the most comfortable dress I own!

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I did make a few minor alterations to the Tessa Sheath Dress pattern. I took about an inch off of each side of the dress from the waist down. I also took half an inch off of each side of the pattern at the top of the center back since I have petite shoulders. Other than those two alterations, I followed the pattern to a T.

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My measurements are Bust 35.5, Waist 30, Hips 41. I traced out a size small bust and graded it to a medium at the waist and hips based on my measurements. Before making the dress for myself, I sewed a straight size small up for my future sister-in-law and it fit perfectly. So I ended up going with a straight small for myself. This fabric has quite a bit of stretch so the size small worked perfectly.

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You can purchase the Tessa Sheath Dress here.

Make sure to enter the AMAZING giveaway here: http://shopitstyleitsewit.com/2016/08/01/sew-ready-for-fall/

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Comments

  1. Tibeca says

    August 04, 2016 at 8:49 am

    I just love the 2 looks you pulled together with this. Too bad you didn't have your nursing hack ready for this one, because that would give it a chance to get a lot more wear now!

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    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 8:58 pm

      Thanks so much for all the work you put into this wonderful blog tour! πŸ™‚ I know I'm bummed I won't get to wear this dress for the next year. But, at least it will be there waiting for me once I'm finished nursing. πŸ™‚

      Reply
  2. Tara says

    August 04, 2016 at 9:05 am

    This came out so pretty! I definitely need this for fall.

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 8:59 pm

      Thank so much Tara! This pattern is such a great staple to have in your wardrobe!

      Reply
  3. Kerri Lynne says

    August 04, 2016 at 9:47 am

    love the stripes!!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 9:00 pm

      Thank you, Kerri! That's my favorite part πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  4. Monica says

    August 04, 2016 at 10:05 am

    I love the neckline and half sleeves

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 9:01 pm

      Thank you, Monica! I always love high necklines on other people, but I'm not so sure about them on myself. I'll have to get used to this look! But I adore the sleeve length!

      Reply
  5. Lindsay H says

    August 04, 2016 at 11:02 am

    This is great! I have some wide stripes set aside for my first Tessa too- I love your styling!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 9:01 pm

      Thank you Lindsay! I can't wait to see what you make! You always make the cutest stuff!

      Reply
  6. Ramona Wheeler says

    August 04, 2016 at 11:34 am

    Beautiful dress! Stripes intimidate me even after years of sewing!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 9:02 pm

      Thank you! Just pin, pin, pin and go slow. πŸ™‚ That's my not so secret, secret! Haha!

      Reply
  7. Katie Kennedy says

    August 04, 2016 at 12:00 pm

    Such a cute dress! I bought the pattern when too prego to bother making it, but now baby is standing on his own and it's high time Mama had a new dress!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 9:03 pm

      Yes, most definitely! πŸ™‚ Make yourself something pretty!

      Reply
  8. fenna says

    August 04, 2016 at 2:52 pm

    those stripes and that pattern are a great match!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 9:02 pm

      Thank you, Fenna!

      Reply
  9. Heather Jones says

    August 04, 2016 at 5:36 pm

    Looks great! The Tessa is next on my list of things to sew!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 9:04 pm

      Thank you! You must go sew it! You will love it. πŸ™‚

      Reply
  10. Kathy E. says

    August 04, 2016 at 6:09 pm

    Great job on this dress! Plus, it looks amazing on you. Every girl needs a stylish, comfy dress like this. Perfect!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 9:04 pm

      Aww thanks, Kathy! It's definitely one of the most comfortable dresses I own!

      Reply
  11. gail says

    August 04, 2016 at 7:04 pm

    Very cute!

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    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 04, 2016 at 9:05 pm

      Thank you, Gail!

      Reply
  12. Tami says

    August 04, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    This dress looks fabulous on you!! I love the wide stripes and the color is gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 10, 2016 at 1:00 pm

      Thank you, Tami! I instantly fell in love with this fabric when I saw it!

      Reply
  13. Tatyanna says

    August 09, 2016 at 4:22 pm

    Such a gorgeous dress! I recently had a baby as well and couldn't wait to get back into non maternity clothes! You look great!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 10, 2016 at 1:00 pm

      Me and you both! Maternity clothes are the worst! But I'm still stuck in that awkward in between maternity clothing and normal clothing stage.

      Reply
  14. Samantha (@PlanetBakeLife) says

    August 09, 2016 at 4:29 pm

    I really love dresses with super simple shapes. They're so easy to dress up or down or to wear by themselves. It's a great look!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      August 10, 2016 at 1:01 pm

      Thank you Samantha! I do too! I love the simplicity of this design, because it allows the stripes to take center stage.

      Reply
  15. Lauren says

    August 09, 2016 at 4:44 pm

    Love your blog! I'm definitely subscribing! Can't wait to read more! πŸ™‚

    xx, Lauren
    http://www.theteenrunway.com

    Reply
  16. Puja says

    August 09, 2016 at 4:48 pm

    Love the color and the dress. Really like the way you have dressed these up. Great!

    Reply
  17. Amanda Mann says

    August 09, 2016 at 6:18 pm

    So cute! love the necklace!

    Reply
  18. Jacq Writes World says

    August 09, 2016 at 9:40 pm

    Gorgeous dress but I hope they make a breastfeeding friendly one as I too am breastfeeding. xx

    Reply
  19. Jeanette says

    August 09, 2016 at 11:14 pm

    Love this dress. Always on the look out for suitable travel items. Things that can go from casual day out to a fancy pants dinner.

    Reply
  20. Charlie Albright | Moments by Charlie says

    August 10, 2016 at 12:27 am

    Even though you say the iPhone does not reflect the true color of the dress - I really like this color! Though I am curious how minty the color really is. It looks like a great fit, and sheath dresses are just awesome full stop. I was surprised, though, how come you didn't opt to shorten it above the knee. I read your bio (5' 2" - I'm the same) and my solutions has always been to go for above the knee. Maybe I'm doing this all wrong..oops

    Also, congrats on the baby and you do not look like you've just had a baby. Lol I laughed at the breastfeeding joke..

    Reply
  21. Anke says

    August 10, 2016 at 1:37 am

    Love your dress! Great photos too! The only problem I have now is getting myself off that fabric site πŸ™‚

    Reply
  22. Majean says

    August 10, 2016 at 2:51 am

    Such a beautiful colour combo and the shape is very flattering. Nice job!

    Reply
  23. Chante says

    August 10, 2016 at 4:29 am

    You have such a contagious smile! And those outfits are beautiful, absolutely love the stripes and the colour, so fresh πŸ™‚ x

    Reply
  24. Farrah says

    August 10, 2016 at 5:11 am

    The colors and style are so cute.. Love it! Perfect for a spring day!

    Xox,
    Farrah & London
    Londonhadalittlelamb.com

    Reply
  25. Wendy says

    August 11, 2016 at 10:12 pm

    Love love love it! The fabric, the dress, the whole thing! Oh and I was exactly the same... Totally hated breast feeding! I'm glad I'm not the only one! Thank you!

    Reply
  26. Wendy says

    August 11, 2016 at 10:15 pm

    Love love love it! The fabric, the dress, the whole thing! Oh and I was exactly the same... Totally hated breast feeding! I'm glad I'm not the only one! Thank you!

    Reply
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