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Thank Izzy! I'm looking forward to Charlotte too. Have you decided on what you're going to make/wear?

@@pollysews I’m not 100% decided but I have a bit of a plan 😊

I will, Gloria! Any pattern suggestions?

@@pollysews what about Vogue V2000? I think you have it?

Thanks! I appreciate you!

Not sure what that is but sounds fun🎉

@beverlyosborn5240 It's a gathering of garment sewists (usually once a year, that can be organized anywhere in the world by anyone) where they have sort of a party and everyone wears something they have sewn that they are proud of. Some are very formal and fancy, like ball gowns and tuxes, and some are more casual, where participants can wear anything they have sewn. They tend to have a runway to show off everyone's special garment that they have sewn, if you choose to walk in front of everyone. Often there are prizes, and there tend to be food and drinks, and sometimes dancing, but always lots of socializing and making of new friends. There is generally a cost involved to cover expenses and occasionally a donation to a chosen charity. I've never been able to go, but they do sound like fun.

Hi Linda! I get what you mean about not having any Frocktails near by. I'm on the west coast and going to one in the east. Luckily for me, it corresponds with a vacation we had planned. I wish there were more sewing events/groups in my area, but they are all quilt events/groups. Any suggestions on an evening gown pattern?

@@pollysews Hi, sorry this took so long. I've been giving it some thought, and have a "few" suggestions. I have these all in my library. They are a real variety of styles, both knit and woven fabrics. Some are really fancy and elegant no matter what, and some would be in the right fabric. Enjoy the rabbit hole I'm sending you down. Lol. The Designers Stitch Clara Woven Dress, Lana Knit Dress, Brenda Knit Dress. Daria Pattern making Lily Pleated Dress, Deer and Doe (now part of Closet Core) Coquilacot Dress, Magnolia Dress, or Orchidée Dress. By Hand London Lisa Dress. Butterick B5710, B6623. 5 Out Of 4 Patterns Audrey Dress, Sophie Dress. 1 Puddle Lane Miss Laura Wrap Dress. Mela Onni Patterns Amelia Pleated Dress. Pattern Easy (Russian Site) Belle Dress, Evening Dress with Open Back. Vogue V9268. Sister Mag Patterns #66 8-pannel Dress with Deep V-neckline and Embroidery Detail. Ellie & Mac True Buty Dress. McCalls M7865, M2082 (elegant vintage pattern if you can find it). EK Patterns Cowl Neck Slip Dress. And finally, this one isn't a ball gown, but a gorgeous skirt, that, in the correct floaty fabric , with a simple but elegant top, would be stunning, Blank Slate Patterns Daintree Skirt.

Thanks for the tip, Sara. I actually do make notes on my patterns - now. I usually trace my patterns so I write notes on them as to what size, any adjustments I made, etc. But this is a pattern I made a couple of years ago and hadn't started that practice yet. 😞But I've learned my lesson.

Oh my goodness, Lynn! Where are you on your Otto vest? I finished my Miller waistcoat this weekend, but think I'll take in the sides just a bit (under the arms). It's an OK waistcoat, but I think I want to try something more fitted so I'm going to try and cut out the Birch vest by Pattern Scout this weekend. I'm so glad you're going to Frocktails! and yes, I hope we get a chance to meet! I'm scared I'll be standing there all by myself with no one to talk to. Let me know how you linen outfit turns out!

@@pollysews I’ve cut out the Otto vest, but I think it will be boxier than I like. I bought the Birch vest after you showed it. It looks more my style. I love the scooped neckline on that one, too. 😘. I need to finish my prototype of a memory bear before sewing any more for myself. Fitting embroidery on the foot pads has been challenging. You won’t be standing by yourself, Carol. I’ll be looking for you and others I see on UA-cam . We should exchange phone numbers before the event so we can be sure to find each other!

Thank you so much, Julie! We missed you last Saturday. I hope you're feeling well and that you're healing. 💌🌞

Oh thank you, Joanne. I'm going to wear my dress to work today! I hope you have a good week. Happy sewing!