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Made by a Fabricista: Are Roses Black? Well They Are For This Jumpsuit!

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 [This outfit was made for and modeled by my daughter Mori]

This fabric is fabulous! When I saw this I could not put it in my cart fast enough. This black & white rose print is the star of the show! This is one fabric that needs a simple design so that it doesn't fight with the print. I knew I wanted to make a jumpsuit with this fabric and I wanted a simple sleeveless jumpsuit with a matching belt. 

I made a romper last year by hacking these patterns so this is what I used for this jumpsuit. I used the top of view C from the dress and I used the base of the shorts for my bottom. I would have just used a jumpsuit pattern in my stash but I knew I had worked out fit issues already with these patterns and all I had to do was add the pant legs to the short pattern.


I added a collar and a matching belt to give this jumpsuit a little class. Unfortunately  they disappears when it's all put together. You have to see this beauty up close and personal to really appreciate it. So here are some close-up shots of the collar and belt.


 
  
  

We took a walk to a local flower shops on Keswick Ave in Glenside PA called Penny's for our backdrop. I love this painted window and their mural on the building...and the flowers. Thanks Penny's!




  


  







  


Make sure you stop to smell the roses!
Until next time.
Michelle @ That Black Chic

Comments

  1. UnknownJuly 12, 2016 at 7:14 AM

    Beautiful, Michelle! Great job and it looks beautiful on you. I love black and white!!

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  2. UnknownJuly 12, 2016 at 7:16 AM

    Oops.....it looks great on your daughter! Sorry, looks wonderful on her!

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  3. Sue ParrottJuly 12, 2016 at 8:40 AM

    Michelle, this is STUNNING!!! You look fantastic in it!

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  4. dinagideonJuly 12, 2016 at 9:09 AM

    Gorgeous girl, even more beautiful with the exquisitely fitted jumpsuit. You are a sweet momma for taking the time to carefully craft it for her. I LOVE the belt, especially. I really have all intentions of making belts, but by the time I am near the end of a project, I'm all, "meh, too tired." ;-) One day!

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    1. That Black ChicJuly 12, 2016 at 5:58 PM

      Thanks Dina, this belt almost kicked my butt, I had to break out my hot glue gun on this buckle. But yes, one day you will prevail!

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  5. UnknownJuly 12, 2016 at 9:15 AM

    DItto, you are gorgeous esp in your self made!!!! Well done!!!

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    1. That Black ChicJuly 13, 2016 at 6:03 PM

      Thanks Kerri this is my daughter but she does look good!

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  6. LynneJuly 12, 2016 at 9:17 AM

    This is a beautiful outfit. I like the collar. It adds a dimension to the top even though it is subtle. Your daughter is beautiful also.

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    1. That Black ChicJuly 13, 2016 at 6:08 PM

      Thanks Lynn, I agree with your assessment on that collar, yup and that girl is a cutie, if I say so myself!

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  7. SD Cunni DesignsJuly 12, 2016 at 9:32 AM

    As usual girl, you rock...The jumpsuit is beautiful and the added collar and belt add the sophistication I'm sure you were going for. The fit is on point as usual. Mori's closet must be the envy of all her friends. I hope she knows how blessed she is.

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    1. That Black ChicJuly 13, 2016 at 6:09 PM

      Preach!! She is a lucky girl, she can't even wear all the clothes she has! We are donating some this year.

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  8. Ann BrodskyJuly 12, 2016 at 9:35 AM

    Just beautiful! The fit is amazing, and that can be so tricky with a jumpsuit! Lovely backdrop for your photography too!

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    1. That Black ChicJuly 12, 2016 at 5:59 PM

      Thanks Ann, and you are soooo right jumpsuits are tricky.

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  9. UnknownJuly 12, 2016 at 12:18 PM

    Amazing job. May have to grab some before it's gone!

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    1. That Black ChicJuly 13, 2016 at 6:04 PM

      Hope you were able to get some yardage before it sold out!

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  10. AnonymousJuly 12, 2016 at 12:26 PM

    absolutely stunning :)

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  11. MenaJuly 12, 2016 at 1:43 PM

    Very Beautiful, I love the fabric and the style. The combination of pattern was implemented very nicely. Hi5!

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    1. That Black ChicJuly 13, 2016 at 6:05 PM

      Thanks! [hand in the air going through the motion] I love this jumpsuit

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  12. TheTellTaleTashaJuly 12, 2016 at 2:04 PM

    Yes Mori!!! Michelle this looks amazing. PERFECT fit. PERFECT length. Design and all. Your brilliance is consistent.

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    1. That Black ChicJuly 13, 2016 at 6:06 PM

      Thanks Tasha! I agree this was a win-win, it's my new fav outfit.

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  13. marjenannJuly 12, 2016 at 4:06 PM

    Gorgeous! The jumpsuit and especially your daughter!
    Truly a runway garment!

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  14. lejanarosnotionsJuly 12, 2016 at 8:11 PM

    Gorgeous!!!!

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  15. Linda TJuly 13, 2016 at 8:24 AM

    Darling outfit and darling daughter!

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  16. SassafrasJuly 14, 2016 at 7:47 AM

    That jumpsuit is everything. Mori is a wonderful model...really showcases your fabulous creations!

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  17. MoriJuly 14, 2016 at 12:33 PM

    Awesome as always. Beautiful as always. Fashionable as always. I hope when I grow up I can be just like you :-). Oh and the model is cute too!! Great job mom (enter kissing emoji here lol)

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  18. UnknownJuly 18, 2016 at 6:37 PM

    Love it. This jumpsuit was perfect for this fabric.

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    1. That Black ChicJuly 19, 2016 at 10:43 PM

      Righhhhttt, I love this fabric so much and it worked well for this jumpsuit.

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  19. UnknownJuly 26, 2016 at 7:31 AM

    Beautiful. Is this fabric still available?

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    1. Fabric MartJuly 26, 2016 at 9:30 AM

      It looks like the fabric is now sold out, sorry!

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