Although I have had this dress made for a couple of weeks now and have worn it and washed it a few times already, I am just now getting photos and blogging about it! I actually have a few things made to photograph as well….. ahhh, the holidays! 🙂
My Cake Tiramisu
This the Tiramisu knit dress pattern by Cake Patterns.
There were a lot of firsts whilst making this dress. First of all, I am not a sewer of knits and am not accustomed to working with them. I also have never sewn with jersey, nor have I used a Cake Pattern. Thus, it took me a little longer than it usually does to concoct a dress, but I’m certain it will run a bit smoother when I make my next Tiramisu. And yes, there will be another one! I am very happy with this one, although I do have to safety pin the bodice in order to not show too much cleavage. I am going to adjust that next with a smaller cup size and hopefully that will help me. Or, I’ll just wear a camisole underneath. So far, a small gold safety pin has done the trick. I always seem to have to use one with wrap and faux wrap dresses and skirts.
My Tiramisu is made of a rayon/lycra jersey knit that I bought for $2.99/yd as a “crazy priced” sale fabric from Fabric Mart a couple of months ago. It’s a very nice jersey and soooo comfortable to wear. In fact, pairing this dress with leggings makes me feel like I’m wearing pajamas all day, and yet, I certainly don’t look like I’m out and about in my jammies, do I? 🙂
the Tiramisu has instructions for cutting this pattern out on stripes, which made that part fairly easy. It did take a bit of time to match the stripes up on the adjoining pattern pieces. I did fairly well except for the shoulders, where it isn’t as seamless. I only used my serger to finish the edges, but frankly, I’m a bit nervous about actually sewing knits with my serger, so I haven’t tried that yet. Heck, I just managed to change the thread on my serger (with the help of my husband) from white to black…… baby steps….. yes….. baby steps!
I certainly plan to make another Tiramisu in the future! I am not sure how near that future will be yet as I have not found any knit fabrics that I like as much as this striped jersey. But, I’m certain I will! In the meantime, I’ve been working on some blouse/skirt outfits and Christmas gifts. And yes, the 70 degree November here finally vacated and winter arrived a bit early to our ranch here in Northern California. We had our first snow on Friday night which has been steadily melting since then. I like me some cold weather! Well…. cold for here!
Happy Sewing!
Dress: Cake Tiramisu in rayon/lycra jersey made by me
Jacket: Macy’s
Boots: Aerosoles
Sunglasses: Burberry
betterthanewe says
February 8, 2014 at 2:54 pmI just found your blog and am loving it! you inspired me to make this dress for myself… It has been a while since I have sewn a garment for myself (3 kids ago to be precise) but I think I will jump on the horse again and give it a go. Thanks for the inspiration!
betterthanewe says
February 8, 2014 at 2:34 pmZow! I love this dress! I just bought this pattern and am excited to get it under way! Thanks for posting your awesome pics and giving me the motivation to get sewing again… It’s been a while.
tanya maile says
February 8, 2014 at 3:13 pmThanks! This is a great pattern to sew when you’re getting back in to sewing! I’m looking forward to making another one!
Amanda says
January 7, 2014 at 10:13 amWow! Impressive matching of stripes!
tanya maile says
January 7, 2014 at 10:22 amThank you! It’s easy though with this pattern. 🙂
Amanda says
January 7, 2014 at 10:37 amIt just looks fantastic. You are very talented. Have you been busy planning for your next 1920s event? I loved the post you did on that! I often think of it! I do hope you go this year just so I can see the photos of it!
tanya maile says
January 7, 2014 at 11:34 amI was actually just looking at fabrics to make another 20’s tea dress! I am thinking of using an ivory silk georgette that I already have and making a lavender slip to go underneath it. Going to look at more 20’s photos for inspiration.
Amanda says
January 7, 2014 at 12:24 pmLook that sounds gorgeous, I tried to make my Christmas party dress in a 20s style. I did drop waisted and then added a long bow on one shoulder. I was very happy with it. They had such beautiful ideas. I watch Downton Abbey just to see the outfits! Now, there is some inspiration for you!!
tanya maile says
January 7, 2014 at 2:00 pmThat sounds gorgeous! I love Downton Abbey, too. 🙂 Such beautiful dresses!!!!
Kimberly says
January 7, 2014 at 8:10 amThis came out great. I’ve made this pattern a bunch of times, but never in a stripe. I really like that you chose a fabric where the stripes differ.
tanya maile says
January 7, 2014 at 9:13 amThanks, Kimberly! I think the different stripe colors and the thin stripes also help with matching them
Sandra (Sewist-Stitch) says
December 11, 2013 at 1:21 amThe Tiramisu looks great on you. I’m a little scared to try and make it with stripes – pattern matching isn’t my best thing. I’m in awe of anyone who does such a great job matching stripes.
Susan says
December 10, 2013 at 4:04 pmOooh, I’ve been waiting to see this! 🙂 I’m so glad you like it. I agree, it’s such a great design for stripes. I’ve used a print, solid, and stripes for it and I just can’t get over the effect from the stripes, definitely my favorite.
I always sew my knits on my sewing machine and finish them on the serger, but I know I’m in the minority on that one. I like to be more *precise* along the seamlines than I feel I can do with just the serger.
Can’t wait to see your next Tira… 😉
tanya maile says
December 11, 2013 at 6:07 amThanks, Susan! I love the stripe effect. With this pattern, there isn’t Mich “thinking” either when you’re cutting it out.
Beth Conkwright says
December 10, 2013 at 9:11 amDress looks so nice. To help pull in the neckline stretch the binding a little more at the top of the bust so it cups to you. The smaller cup size might make it worse.
tanya maile says
December 10, 2013 at 11:27 amThank you, Beth! I will try that next time.
Nessa says
December 10, 2013 at 7:20 amYour tiramisu looks amazing! Great stripe matching – a very slimming design feature that I am hoping to create too if I ever get around to making my own Tiramisu up! Hope you can solve the gaping issue for your next one.
tanya maile says
December 10, 2013 at 7:34 amThanks, Nessa! I love the stripes. I may just make another striped tiramisu!
dani e says
December 9, 2013 at 6:13 pmSuper cute! I could change serger thread all day long but matching those stripes would be a nightmare for me. I love seeing your projects! im promising myself to make some clothes for just meas soon as the holidays are over. YoU inspire me! Thanks for sharing madam
Dani e
tanya maile says
December 9, 2013 at 6:19 pmThank you, Dani! Matching the stripes on this pattern isn’t bad as it has guides for the stripes and just tedious work making sure they meet at the seams. I hope you get to sew for yourself soon!
Debbie Valenta says
December 9, 2013 at 5:09 pmWow, that dress looks fantastic on you! I wish I had room to sew again 🙁
tanya maile says
December 9, 2013 at 5:38 pmThanks, Debbie! I know how it is not being able to sew. I didn’t have my sewing machine with me when I lived in South Dakota and it sure did suck