Friday, August 28, 2015

Nautical Obsession



I'm not sure what to call this make....a kimono..duster...jacket....bath robe....vest...beach cover up? It has become all those things to me. I have worn this everywhere! I wake up in the morning and just put it on. Everyday. ok...that may be a bit of an exaggeration...but not far off.


I made it using McCalls 7200. I love the look of a Kimono style top and when I found this print I knew what pattern to turn to. My obsession with patterns serves me well this way. 

I made view A and the only change I made was adding 20 inches to the length. That was it! So easy. I added so much to the length that I didn't have enough fabric for the facing so I used a navy and white floral that I had in my stash. I didn't get picture of it....sorry.


I wanted to wear it with navy shorts and forgot that I had made these...I felt that they were perfect for this look. You can see the original post here.


A close up of the print... and in the picture below you can see just a peek of the floral facing.
Can you spot it?


Here I am at the beach. Gilllian..I have now completed my dare to make something beachy! Sorry it took so long! Gillian also inspired me to take pictures in a new location.
Check out her Better Pictures Project!

 This kimono goes perfectly with my high waisted two piece bathing suit. I made the bottoms and a couple others like it about three years ago but have never blogged about them. I love a high waist bikini and this nautical one is my absolute favorite bathing suit ever! I actually made two of them...I'm at the beach a lot. Maybe I will one day share how I made them in a post....


All covered up...



I don't know if it is because I live on the coast....but my obsession with nautical, navy and white outfits is deep. I can't seem to stop...



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  1. GillianAugust 28, 2015 at 4:15 PM

    Oh. My. Gosh. You are the prettiest! Seriously, you are just stunning. Love the kimono robe thingy and the shorts and the bathing suit... love that you got pics on the street, which I have never ever been brave enough to do... and kuddos on the perfect "pin-up" pose! I'm so impressed. Way to go on the Sewing Dare!!!! (I'm so late on doing a round up for those - should I do one, even though it's 2 months late?)

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    1. MargoAugust 28, 2015 at 8:23 PM

      Aww thanks Gillian! I was inspired by your better picture project to go to other locations. My driveway is getting a little boring, I'm sure. I don't think it's too late to do a round up! It took me that long to get my dare completed ;)

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    2. Sue @ A Colourful CanvasAugust 29, 2015 at 12:33 AM

      Ditto what Gillian said. You really are the prettiest! I appreciate that you blogged about this garment. It's unique and I'm really hoping to sew more one of a kind things this coming season. Adding the length makes it so much more special.

      Yes please Gillian. Another roundup would be great.

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  2. MarrieBAugust 28, 2015 at 4:46 PM

    Gorgeous! I've never wanted a kimono, but your makes me think I need one.

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    1. MargoAugust 28, 2015 at 8:23 PM

      Thanks Marrie! I didn't really know how much I needed one, either!

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  3. HeatherAugust 28, 2015 at 5:54 PM

    What a great piece! I love how you styled it with your shorts - and your bikini is so cute!! Enjoy your beachy days!

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    1. MargoAugust 28, 2015 at 8:24 PM

      Thank you Heather! I forgot that I even had these shorts... I plan to enjoy every last beachy day that I can...we have so few.

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  4. Merche MartinezAugust 28, 2015 at 6:17 PM

    Gorgeous! And you made that bikini too! Love it!!

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    1. MargoAugust 28, 2015 at 8:25 PM

      Thanks Merche! A high waisted bikini bottom is my favorite!

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  5. Beth (SunnyGal Studio)August 28, 2015 at 7:12 PM

    Super cute and love the beach photos

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    1. MargoAugust 28, 2015 at 8:26 PM

      Thank you so much Beth! My daughter was super sweet to take the time to shoot the pics...then we went for a swim of course!

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  6. Justine/ Sew Country ChickAugust 29, 2015 at 12:18 PM

    I love it as a beach cover up! So pretty and you look stunning. I made a silk kimono but have been too scared to mess it up at the beach. You've inspired me to go ahead and wear it.

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    1. MargoSeptember 5, 2015 at 8:01 PM

      Thanks Justine! I'd be a little scared to wear silk to the beach too...mine is poly...so it's fine. But why not wear yours to the beach!?

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  7. Heather BAugust 30, 2015 at 5:31 PM

    Oh my lord! You are knocking it out of the park! That duster/bathrobe/beach cover up looks great with so many outfits. A+++++.

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    1. MargoSeptember 5, 2015 at 8:03 PM

      Thanks Heather...who knew that this kind of garment could be so versatile! It's been fun to wear.

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  8. @velvetribbon_sewsAugust 31, 2015 at 6:50 AM

    Hi pretty lady! You look stunning in this kimono and the whole outfit just perfect and so fashion :)

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  9. GailSeptember 7, 2015 at 4:20 AM

    Stunning look. The longer line of the kimono over shorts is perfect.

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  10. fabric epiphaniesSeptember 8, 2015 at 6:17 AM

    I am currently sitting on the fence with the kimono craze. I really like the short sleeves on yours and being a fan of navy myself, I like the colour. I can see the benefit of using it as a stylish beach cover up.

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