Since I was in Charlottesville, VA for Univ. of VA Freshman/Parent Orientation, I returned to Les Fabriques. This visit was more enjoyable and productive than my first visit. During this visit, the sales people were more friendly and responsive. They asked what I was looking for when I entered the store. When I gave my "I don't know … I'm waiting for something to speak to me" answer, they left me alone to browse and seemed to understand what I meant about fabric speaking to me. (Or … they thought I was crazy and left me alone out of fear.) When I'd decided what I wanted and was able to articulate it, a salesperson went to the back and brought out exactly what I had in mind - a piece of navy blue cotton twill soft enough for the partial elastic waist on back the pants. The fabrics in the store were arranged by color. Since I try to buy coordinating pieces together, this arrangement was helpful. All of the blue fabrics were together and it was easy to find the blue and white dotted fabric for the blouse. One of my issues during my previous visit was the prices. My selections were very reasonably priced - each was less than $10.00/yd. They still have the beautiful, expensive pieces, but this time, I was able to find something within my budget. This outfit, from the March 2008 issue of BWOF, has been on my mind since I first saw the issue. If I stick to my plan, I should have this outfit finished by the end of the summer and in time for the summer/fall transition.Oh yeah, UVA's Freshman/Parent Orientation was also enjoyable and productive!
Elaray - love that last sentence! Glad to know where your priorities lay! *LOL*
ReplyDeleteThe fabric choices are amazing! I love that BWOF jacket and will be looking over your shoulder as you make it because it is one of the ones I would like to actually make instead of just being "inspired" by!
What a great combination of fabrics and patterns. You are going to have a stunning outfit.
ReplyDeleteWhen I first saw the white fabric with the navy dots, it seemed very familiar to me. Then, I realized I had seen it on the Fabric Mart website (#808443). I have been admiring that fabric for a while, but I don't really wear navy so I had passed it up. It will be nice to see it made up in your new outfit!
This will be another great combo for you. I need to do more of buying pieces that go together. This is going to be a great outfit.
ReplyDeleteRight, I'm sure the orientation was great! LOL - I think the fabric will make a wonderful ensemble for you, nice choices.
ReplyDeleteI like the style and fabric you've selected. Great combination.
ReplyDeleteI think that's going to make a great combo. I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad your daughter's choice of college is not a total loss fabric-wise. I like your fabric choices there, and I like that the salespeople let you alone while you were listening for the voices. Looking forward to seeing this made up.
ReplyDeleteGlad your visit to Les Fabrique resulted in a great fabrics purchase. I am also glad to hear the experience was better than the first. I have heard mixed reviews about their customer service. My visit there over a month or so ago was good but not really exceptional. I like the blouse fabric. Looking forward to seeing your creation.
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