1940's Floral Robe

Let me just start by telling you how much I love my robe. Last winter, I wore it at least 2 times a week. I feel like a classic Hollywood starlet, going to hair and make-up before shooting the first scene of the day.

This soft, smooth quilting cotton feels (and looks) more like cotton sateen; it has a subtle sheen to it. The floral print is just right. The colors are beautiful, but not too pastel and saccrine. The print is big and bold, while the fact that it is a floral keeps it feminine.

A summer short-sleeve version is planned at some time, perhaps in a solid silk (or nice polyester, because we're on a budget here, people!) with a quilted yolk. If I ever do make another long-sleeve version, I would probably reduce the volume in the sleeves. They're just a hair too crazy and floppy. The large pockets can come in handy.

And just as an aside, cats love to attack any long, swooping skirt. Ask me how I know.

I used a retro 1940's pattern reprint Butterick 5152. This pattern was easy to understand. Just be prepared for lots of gathering to fit.

Picture from http://butterick.mccall.com/

Meet Artemis! She decided to join in the fun

What is it? I have to get in wardrobe and makeup

On the mannequin

I love the Butterick Retro Reprint series and can't wait to share more!

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