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The Veronica Darling Regency Tablecloth and Napkin Set Dress (and Happy Belated Birthday Oona!)

I've been inspired by Veronica's use of vintage tablecloths. I don't think this is very old but I did find it in a charity shop, as part of a set. It's designed by Pat Albeck, for the National Trust and it's based on an Adam decorative ceiling. Pat Albeck was a prolific designer in the 70's - she was behind practically the whole National Trust teatowel range. She is also related to Emma Bridgewater, who is known in the UK for her natty tableware. I'm pleased with how the bodice has turned out, particularly the back (had to be careful with the front!) The pattern I used is an original 70's one, given to me by a friend at work.

Here I am toasting Oona, belatedly! I don't have tea in my teacup - (it's Guinness - it's good for you - purely medicinal - it's got iron in it !) Feeling much better now and have my sewjo back.

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Comment by Rae Heskett on August 14, 2011 at 11:22am
How beautiful!
Comment by charlotte tilley on August 14, 2011 at 11:56am
I love what you have done with the pattern, way to go
Comment by Katelyn on August 14, 2011 at 12:12pm
Holy pattern matching!  I'm super impressed.
Comment by Judy Roberson on August 14, 2011 at 3:34pm
So pretty
Comment by Farah Heron on August 14, 2011 at 5:33pm
wow, this is very unique!  I love it!
Comment by Cathe on August 14, 2011 at 5:48pm
Wowza, love how this tablecloth becomes such a classy dress!
Comment by ladykatza on August 14, 2011 at 11:42pm
I love your pattern placement for this dress, great job!
Comment by Taracat on August 15, 2011 at 9:10am
Gorgeous, and now you've made me want a Guinness!
Comment by margueritedesigns on August 17, 2011 at 6:48am
The Guinness was great and I keep looking out for tablecloths now!
Comment by Meg the Grand on August 18, 2011 at 9:06am
I LOVE this!  I cannot believe that was a tablecloth - its so lovely!

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