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Posted by Sharon & Jack on September 5, 2006, 1:23 pm
Hi folks - Here is my dilemma. I've just turned 60, and hate my wardrobe,
which is primarily blue jeans and T-shirts. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis,
and have been unable to work since 1999. I've gotten rid of all my "work
clothes" gradually, as I haven't much use for business suits,etc., and can't
wear heels either.
I'm 5ft 3 inches tall, weigh 180 lbs. I'm broad across the upper back, but
DH and I think I'm slightly pear shaped - biggest in the butt/hips/tummy.
Around 3 yrs ago, I got my Husqvarna Viking Rose, and I just recently
realized I've never made anything for me. Probably (at least in part)
because I don't know what would look good on me, and don't want to waste
time and money on something I'll hate. I have a pretty casual lifestyle, in
Virginia, at the northern end on the Shenandoah Valley. I'd like to start
wearing dresses, skirts, etc., at least part of the time.
"Sew".............., any suggestions? In case you couldn't tell, I'm
clueless, and in serious need of advise.
Thanks!
Sharon
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Posted by Ron Anderson on September 5, 2006, 1:58 pm
How about rather than making something you embellish something you have.
Maybe something like a western shirt with appliqué or embroidered areas. I
hear about some doing things like that on Jeans also
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> Hi folks - Here is my dilemma. I've just turned 60, and hate my wardrobe,
> which is primarily blue jeans and T-shirts. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis,
> and have been unable to work since 1999. I've gotten rid of all my "work
> clothes" gradually, as I haven't much use for business suits,etc., and
> can't wear heels either.
> I'm 5ft 3 inches tall, weigh 180 lbs. I'm broad across the upper back, but
> DH and I think I'm slightly pear shaped - biggest in the butt/hips/tummy.
> Around 3 yrs ago, I got my Husqvarna Viking Rose, and I just recently
> realized I've never made anything for me. Probably (at least in part)
> because I don't know what would look good on me, and don't want to waste
> time and money on something I'll hate. I have a pretty casual lifestyle,
> in Virginia, at the northern end on the Shenandoah Valley. I'd like to
> start wearing dresses, skirts, etc., at least part of the time.
> "Sew".............., any suggestions? In case you couldn't tell, I'm
> clueless, and in serious need of advise.
> Thanks!
> Sharon
>
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Posted by Pat in Virginia on September 5, 2006, 3:19 pm
Hi Sharon!
How about a trim jumper of a heavy
cotton or microsuede type material. (UK
friends: I am talking about a sleeveless
dress to be worn over a shirt, NOT about
a cardigan or other knitted top.) This
would probably be a flattering look for
your stature. If you go for buttons on
the sides, you can avoid zippers. A
gaucho skirt in corduroy would be useful
too.
You must be up near Front Royal. I'm in
Tidewater. Since you have longer, colder
winters up there, those garments should
work nicely.
PAT in Virginia
Sharon & Jack wrote:
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> Hi folks - Here is my dilemma. I've just turned 60, and hate my wardrobe,
> which is primarily blue jeans and T-shirts.
> I'm 5ft 3 inches tall, weigh 180 lbs. I'm broad across the upper back, but
> DH and I think I'm slightly pear shaped - biggest in the butt/hips/tummy.
>
> Around 3 yrs ago, I got my Husqvarna Viking Rose, I have a pretty casual
lifestyle, in
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> Virginia, at the northern end on the Shenandoah Valley. I'd like to start
> wearing dresses, skirts, etc., at least part of the time.
>
> "Sew".............., any suggestions?
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Posted by Liz Hall on September 5, 2006, 5:34 pm
I am in the same situation myself and I am making a whole new 'retirement'
wardrobe, I always thought casual was not smart but I am really enjoying
making new stuff. My one garment I have made and never worn before is a
gilet, which I embroidered on my embroidery machine. Perhaps you could
consider something like this for a start and also I have made loads of t
shirts in all colours and embroidered them and then added crystal accents
and of course, they actually fit. The only problem I have in the UK is
finding casual fabrics, but Ebay is a wonderful source.
Liz
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> Hi folks - Here is my dilemma. I've just turned 60, and hate my wardrobe,
> which is primarily blue jeans and T-shirts. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis,
> and have been unable to work since 1999. I've gotten rid of all my "work
> clothes" gradually, as I haven't much use for business suits,etc., and
> can't wear heels either.
> I'm 5ft 3 inches tall, weigh 180 lbs. I'm broad across the upper back, but
> DH and I think I'm slightly pear shaped - biggest in the butt/hips/tummy.
> Around 3 yrs ago, I got my Husqvarna Viking Rose, and I just recently
> realized I've never made anything for me. Probably (at least in part)
> because I don't know what would look good on me, and don't want to waste
> time and money on something I'll hate. I have a pretty casual lifestyle,
> in Virginia, at the northern end on the Shenandoah Valley. I'd like to
> start wearing dresses, skirts, etc., at least part of the time.
> "Sew".............., any suggestions? In case you couldn't tell, I'm
> clueless, and in serious need of advise.
> Thanks!
> Sharon
>
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Posted by Olwyn Mary on September 5, 2006, 7:18 pm
Sharon & Jack wrote:
I just recently
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> realized I've never made anything for me. Probably (at least in part)
> because I don't know what would look good on me, and don't want to waste
> time and money on something I'll hate. I have a pretty casual lifestyle, in
> Virginia, at the northern end on the Shenandoah Valley. I'd like to start
> wearing dresses, skirts, etc., at least part of the time.
>
> "Sew".............., any suggestions? In case you couldn't tell, I'm
> clueless, and in serious need of advise.
>
> Thanks!
> Sharon
My best suggestion is........ go shopping. Leave your wallet at home,
take just enough money to buy your lunch. Then try on a variety of
different skirts and dresses whether you think you will like them or
not. Make sure you check yourself out in side and rearview mirrors as
well as from the front. As you are not actually going to buy anything,
you may as well go to the "best" stores. After you have tried on
several different styles (you may have to go to a number of shops, so
many of them carry only one style) you should have a better idea of what
flatters you and what doesn't.
Olwyn Mary in New Orleans.
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> which is primarily blue jeans and T-shirts. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis,
> and have been unable to work since 1999. I've gotten rid of all my "work
> clothes" gradually, as I haven't much use for business suits,etc., and
> can't wear heels either.
> I'm 5ft 3 inches tall, weigh 180 lbs. I'm broad across the upper back, but
> DH and I think I'm slightly pear shaped - biggest in the butt/hips/tummy.
> Around 3 yrs ago, I got my Husqvarna Viking Rose, and I just recently
> realized I've never made anything for me. Probably (at least in part)
> because I don't know what would look good on me, and don't want to waste
> time and money on something I'll hate. I have a pretty casual lifestyle,
> in Virginia, at the northern end on the Shenandoah Valley. I'd like to
> start wearing dresses, skirts, etc., at least part of the time.
> "Sew".............., any suggestions? In case you couldn't tell, I'm
> clueless, and in serious need of advise.
> Thanks!
> Sharon
>