Lipstick red, my favotite!!! And the trench is looking good!
Tany | Homepage | 12.14.07 - 3:38 am | #

I know that feeling of sudden panic. It's not fun. I know Amber's dress will be perfect. Can't wait to see the pictures.
Elaray | Homepage | 12.14.07 - 5:24 am | #

It will be beautiful!!!! Can't wait to see it.
Adrienne | Homepage | 12.14.07 - 5:45 am | #

I also hate the mall, yet love the boutiques.
Cidell | Homepage | 12.14.07 - 5:46 am | #

Can't wait to see your dd dress done!I know it is going to be beautiful!
gold | Homepage | 12.14.07 - 6:41 am | #

Good save! Can't wait to see it finished!
I will admit to LOL at Amber not wanting anything store bought! I don't blame her though!
patrice | Homepage | 12.14.07 - 7:51 am | #

I can't wait to see the dress! I have purchased that pattern for myself, then decided it was too "young" (I'm 35 going on 17). I've only recently discovered your site, but I love your interpretations and your passion! Keep up the fantastic work!
foxydot | 12.14.07 - 9:02 am | #

That is going to be a great dress. Seeing this post reminded me that I have this pattern too; I don't think I'm ever going to get around to it, so I'll enjoy it through you & your daughter.
christina | Homepage | 12.14.07 - 9:13 am | #

I hate the mall with a passion! Look forward to seeing the dress - that red wool crepe should be really pretty!
robin | Homepage | 12.14.07 - 9:46 am | #

Can't wait to see this - I have this pattern and plan on making the long sleeved version. It is nice to hear that young ladies are still excited about and school dances!
404momi | 12.14.07 - 10:42 am | #

ooo that fabric is gorgeous! you have such good taste. I am positive her dress will be fabulous, and good for her for not wanting to be like everyone else - that must thrill you to bits, at least except when it puts you under the gun like this. But we are all sending you lots of good sewing mojo - you go girl!
gaile | Homepage | 12.14.07 - 12:08 pm | #

I really love that flame red. Your excellent taste is definitely shining in your daughter! But I can see you now, 85 years young and stunning, with pins in your mouth, and a stunning woman in front of you having the hem measured! Will you adopt me?
Cherie | 12.14.07 - 12:51 pm | #

Perfect and no one else will have it. the color is gorgeous.
Nancy Karpen | 12.14.07 - 2:07 pm | #

Even though you had to put your coat on the back burner I am sure that it will still be a stunner when its done!
Carolyn | Homepage | 12.14.07 - 10:49 pm | #

Totally understandable-- I already pretty much loathed the mall and all its cookie-cutter fashion by the time I was in high school and I was wearing handcrafted/thrifted stuff while the majority of my classmates were Abercrombie clones. Glad you found something for her!
Becky | Homepage | 12.16.07 - 6:34 am | #