I had made this blouse pattern a long, long time ago when I was just starting to branch out into more complicated vintage patterns. It was a sloppy job, and I since got rid of it. When I got 1 1/2 yards of this super cute repro print recently, I decided to pull it out again.

I really like the fitted peplum around the hips, and all the feminine gathers on the bodice – but that does mean it's rather a pain to iron!

I didn't get the fit perfect. Another time I would do a few things differently. But it still turned out cute, with or without a belt. 

It's definitely not a quick-and-easy pattern, though I did remember a lot of the construction from last time. There are so many gathers and details, and the sleeves are not put in the traditional way. But the result is quite pleasing.

I paired it with a recently thrifted 1970s-does-1930s skirt that I picked up for $2 because I couldn't resist the polka dots, despite the polyester. 

Since it is stretchy polyester, it is comfortable to wear, though I don't prefer the feel…and the ruffles are just too fun! 

It goes with this blouse quite well, I thought. I'm glad I got it, though it IS quite a loud color!

The hat is sadly too small for me, so I intend to list it on Etsy, but I had to get one set of photos with it first. The details and bakelite buckle are just too cute!

We had quite a smoky stretch of summer this year, so that's what the haze is in the distance.

The purse is actually 1950s, but it was cute and navy and I wanted an excuse to carry it, so here it is! Also this was a perfect time to wear my most flamboyant art deco gauntlets and favorite 1930s repro shoes from Remix.

Summer is coming to an end, so I don't know how many more summer sewing projects I'll get done. But I'm glad I fit this one in so I could use up this fun fabric instead of storing it on my shelf!