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A Candy Striped Jersey Tiramisu

12/9/2013

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

My Cake Tiramisu

This the Tiramisu knit dress pattern by Cake Patterns.

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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.

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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? 🙂

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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!

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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

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  1. betterthanewe says

    February 8, 2014 at 2:54 pm

    I 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!

  2. betterthanewe says

    February 8, 2014 at 2:34 pm

    Zow! 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 pm

      Thanks! This is a great pattern to sew when you’re getting back in to sewing! I’m looking forward to making another one!

  3. Amanda says

    January 7, 2014 at 10:13 am

    Wow! Impressive matching of stripes!

    • tanya maile says

      January 7, 2014 at 10:22 am

      Thank you! It’s easy though with this pattern. 🙂

      • Amanda says

        January 7, 2014 at 10:37 am

        It 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 am

          I 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 pm

            Look 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 pm

            That sounds gorgeous! I love Downton Abbey, too. 🙂 Such beautiful dresses!!!!

  4. Kimberly says

    January 7, 2014 at 8:10 am

    This 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 am

      Thanks, Kimberly! I think the different stripe colors and the thin stripes also help with matching them

  5. Sandra (Sewist-Stitch) says

    December 11, 2013 at 1:21 am

    The 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.

  6. Susan says

    December 10, 2013 at 4:04 pm

    Oooh, 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 am

      Thanks, Susan! I love the stripe effect. With this pattern, there isn’t Mich “thinking” either when you’re cutting it out.

  7. Beth Conkwright says

    December 10, 2013 at 9:11 am

    Dress 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 am

      Thank you, Beth! I will try that next time.

  8. Nessa says

    December 10, 2013 at 7:20 am

    Your 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 am

      Thanks, Nessa! I love the stripes. I may just make another striped tiramisu!

  9. dani e says

    December 9, 2013 at 6:13 pm

    Super 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 pm

      Thank 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!

  10. Debbie Valenta says

    December 9, 2013 at 5:09 pm

    Wow, that dress looks fantastic on you! I wish I had room to sew again 🙁

    • tanya maile says

      December 9, 2013 at 5:38 pm

      Thanks, 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

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