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Sunday, August 4, 2013

A SUMMER TUNIC

This stunning ethnic-type print caught my eye several years ago at Fabric of Vision in Ashland, Oregon...

It's a small store with a lot of great fabrics and wonderful trims and notions; definitely worth a trip if you're in the area.


I used Kwik Sew 3601...as with most older KwikSew patterns, the illustrations
look a little dowdy

but the drafting and instructions are perfect. The contrasting trim is a stretch linen which was left over from another project. I've already worn it several times; it's perfect for this climate and my lifestyle.

Here's that fashion accessory, Paddywack, again!

I'm joining up with Patti's Visible Monday again...stop by to see some very 
visible women!

I hope your week is super!


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43 comments:

  1. UnknownAugust 4, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    another winner, so talented. I love this print!

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  2. shamsAugust 4, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    It looks great, Margy!

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  3. UnknownAugust 4, 2013 at 3:14 PM

    I love that fabric too! xoxo

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  4. Ann_BAugust 4, 2013 at 3:16 PM

    I especially like the print placement. Really flattering.

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  5. Pam MorrisAugust 4, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Fabulous tunic! They are such wardrobe workhorses. I just happened upon your blog and love it- and your style! So nice to "meet" you.

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  6. Mrs KAugust 4, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    So very nice!

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  7. SewingadictaAugust 4, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    So wonderful! This tunic looks very comfortable, good job!

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  8. sewingkmAugust 4, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    You have such a stylish knack for choosing the perfect fabric for each pattern you sew!

    Karen

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  9. Jane MAugust 4, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    You are a lovely vision in this great tunic. So summery!

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  10. DillianderAugust 4, 2013 at 4:14 PM

    So very stylish and chic, you look fabulous Margy!

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  11. PattiAugust 4, 2013 at 4:19 PM

    another fabulous piece - I love this fabric. Your whole look is so chic and wonderfully Visible -- thanks for linking up!

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  12. Pam @ over50feeling40August 4, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    What a great tunic!! I love it...you are so talented! The fabric choice is perfect!

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  13. CocoAugust 4, 2013 at 4:28 PM

    Lovely lovely fabric, Margy! I live this style on you, looks so fresh.

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  14. petalAugust 4, 2013 at 5:43 PM

    I really like this fabric, amazing how the choice of fabric can take a style from OK to Wow!

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  15. AngelaAugust 4, 2013 at 5:48 PM

    Just beautiful! Love this on you.

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  16. JanisAugust 4, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    What gorgeous fabric! I'll have to check that fabric store out the next time I'm in Ashland. I love the way this top turned out!

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  17. NancyDaQAugust 4, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    Just lovely!

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  18. Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic)August 4, 2013 at 6:38 PM

    Great fabric used to make a great tunic!

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  19. CarolynAugust 4, 2013 at 8:09 PM

    Really beautiful! Blue and white look amazing on you :)

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  20. UnknownAugust 4, 2013 at 9:01 PM

    Terrific looking tunic....you have such a great eye. Besides the great sewing, you know HOW to do it right!

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  21. MelanieAugust 4, 2013 at 11:51 PM

    I love the name Paddywack. Now you need a cat called Pyewacket from the cat in the movie Bell, Book and Candle with Kim Novak...
    Fabulous tunic! That's brilliant how you aligned the fabric so the horizontal stripes go across the waist area.

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  22. Sarah LizAugust 5, 2013 at 1:15 AM

    Kwik Sew do look frumpy in their illustrations, I agree, but you have certainly bought this to life - it is really striking. Once again, the fabric is what makes a garment.

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  23. GailAugust 5, 2013 at 3:11 AM

    Love this. Funny I use a Simplicity tunic pattern that is identical to this on by Kwik Sew.

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  24. Linda LAugust 5, 2013 at 3:59 AM

    Great looking tunic!! Lovely fabric.

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  25. VickiAugust 5, 2013 at 4:27 AM

    Another great outfit. And is that blue? Or is the camera playing tricks ? :)

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  26. Goodbye ValentinoAugust 5, 2013 at 5:10 AM

    Beautiful tunic, Margy!

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  27. RenataAugust 5, 2013 at 5:31 AM

    Until I saw the last photo I thought you looked amazing, but I am sorry, you have been overshadowed by Paddywack. He wins, paws down. You still look pretty good, love the fabric.

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  28. MyrnaAugust 5, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    You have a wonderful ability to take something that would have looked terribly dowdy on someone else - like me - and make it look fabulously stylish. It's very encouraging. Thank you.

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  29. JanetAugust 5, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    I have been hunting for a tunic pattern. This looks lovely!

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  30. carolinascallinAugust 5, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    Love it, Margy! I'm a big tunic fan, but haven't seen that Kwik Sew pattern before - probably passed it over without looking closely! Very well done - and I love the fabric pattern placement, too :)

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  31. belleAugust 5, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    I am so happy to have found your blog! I'm still working on the travel vest.
    I went to Iran with the Fellowship of Reconciliation, so enjoyed your travel photos also!

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  32. JuneAugust 5, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    I love that you put the strong horizontal line at the waist - perfect placement! Strong resemblance between this tunic and a popular child's tunic pattern (http://www.made-by-rae.com/2011/05/charlie-tunic-pdf-sewing-pattern-is-here/) - right down to the contrast cuffs, placket detail, and side slits.

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  33. SandraAugust 5, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    Lovely match of fabric and pattern, and you look great in it. Oh and your accessory? Cute-as-a-button!

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  34. meriusaAugust 5, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    I cannot sew ,I don't know about fabrics and patterns,still I love your blog greatly !You look like a model.I love your hoops and your gorgeous hairstyle !

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  35. UnknownAugust 5, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    Beautiful! Lovely fabric, and your white trim makes is smashing with white jeans. Navy for fall, and black boots to make the currently touted combo of black, blue and white again? You look lovely in your creation, and are also wearing some pretty stylin' sandals!

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  36. JillybejoyfulAugust 5, 2013 at 8:35 PM

    What a fun top! Paddywack is perfection as accessory :)

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  37. Tamera BeardsleyAugust 6, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    What a fabulous tunic... you look stylish and chic as always! I am particularly drawn to your statement accessories that have given your outfit a perfect finish!

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  38. MaryAugust 6, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    terrific tunic, and Paddywack is so cute! Fabric of Vision is my "local" store (75 minutes across the mountain).

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  39. RhondaBussAugust 6, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    Miss Margy, I swear that you get more and more beautiful with each passing day. The top just accents your beauty. I know that sounds a little syrupy, but it's true!!!

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  40. ZalinaWAugust 6, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    The tunic looks amazing on you.

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  41. The Slapdash SewistAugust 7, 2013 at 8:34 AM

    Love! The print on the fabric is just gorgeous, and the contrast trim is the perfect way to show it off.

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  42. The Style CroneAugust 7, 2013 at 8:22 PM

    I love the tunic with your hair. And your earrings are perfect with this ensemble!

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  43. bluehuewonderlandAugust 8, 2013 at 7:05 PM

    This tunic looks great on you! Love these colors with your hair. I agree with others, you are so talented!

    blue hue wonderland

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