George + Ginger Clio and Anniversary Sale!

George + Ginger just turned 5! I started to make a new blog post and discovered that I never finished this one! I only uploaded the photos and that was it. I know I shared these photos on Facebook and I think Instagram, but now I can't remember. As you can tell, these photos were taken earlier this year when the weather was warm and my patio was covered in greenery.

George + Ginger started a new section of their shop labeled as “Level Up” patterns. These patterns are for unique styles that included expanded information sections for design specific adjustments to get the perfect fit. It is stressed that a fit muslin (or toile) must be made first. Then you make adjustments to it until you get the proper fit. I decided to give the Clio Level Up pattern a try. These photos are actually of my muslin that I decided to finish because it looked so good!

The Clio is an add-on bodice to the Mix It Up Pattern and works with all the skirts included in that pattern. But the pattern does include a simple peplum skirt – which I used, but slightly modified. The Clio is a fully lined, fitted bodice with a unique criss-cross front and a flattering gathered waistband.  Suggested fabric for the Clio is a 2-way stretch, stable knit with 30% stretch – highly recommended is ponte and scuba. This one is made with a liverpool.

The  Clio pattern involves a lot of gathers. The bodice pieces are gathered at the top and bottom and the waist band has gathers. I used my sewing machine for the entire construction of the Clio. Definitely take the time to do two rows of stitches for the gathers. 

I think my bodice turned out beautifully. I really love how unique it is. The  Clio bodice can be worn backwards with the crisscross in the back. Since I decided to do the high-low skirt, I can't do that. I have not hemmed the skirt yet and am still thinking  of cutting the skirt to be a simple circle skirt so that I can wear it backwards.

Here is a look at the second  Clio I made. This one was for the Minerva Blog. Please follow me over there to see more photos. 

Today is the last day of the George + Ginger Sale and all patterns are 25% off!

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