"Timeless English Blossoms'' Sewn by Carolyn Johnson, "English Blossoms" by Gail Doane, Featured in Classic Sewing Magazine Holiday 2021

Carolyn Johnson's gorgeous sky blue wool crepe dress with peppermint microcheck piping, vintage Victorian-look buttons, and beautiful smocking is a timeless beauty. The pattern is Gail Doane's "English Blossoms" featured in Classic Sewing Magazine Holiday 2021. Per Carolyn, "The wool crepe flows so beautifully, has the warmth of wool, and is comfy. The buttons look like jewelry adorning the dress. Plus, I learn new techniques when following a Gail Doane pattern, and they turn out so professional. She is a master." Carolyn used babywave smocking instead of backsmocked trellis and the bound button holes from that same issue. Follow Carolyn on Instagram at @carolyns.clothing.creations