Tons of satin

So, I have about 2 yards of black satin at my apartment, and my mom is sending me about 3 or 4 more yards (maybe more).

I don't really ever work with plain fabrics, so I am a bit stumped as to what I should make.

I like dresses and skirts, but don't know what styles would look good in satin since it's pretty shiny.

Any suggestions? I am going to have more satin than I'll know what to do with, and I would like to make clothes out of it.

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9 replies since 9th June 2013 • Last reply 9th June 2013

Reply #1:

I like tops / blouses in satin although I have yet to make any although have modified some. I have made a number of belts and like the mix of satin and lace. Satin would be good for historical costume but obviously that is not really day to day. I think it works well in large areas with highlights / decoration in metallic threads (embroidery) etc.

I will be interested in other responses here as I love satin

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Reply #2:

Pillow cases for your bed. Satin and silk are slippery and some in the skin care business say it helps to prevent wrinkles. You seem to have lots, what the heck. Also decorative pillows, curtains,
lining or under layer for clothes (fab with a lace skirt or shirt), accent or trim would be great on any clothing or decor (pocket accent, trimming edges, collar, cuffs, layering with other fabrics). please post whatever you come up with.




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Reply #3:

MONICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG!!!! Do a Black period dress like the Tea Party Dress I made!! A Gothic 1700's time period dress would be so hot!!!
mine took 7 yards of gold satin.....
I'm down with sexy satin goth dress, corset and maybe a top..... don't forget lace someplace! I'll send you some if I have too! lol

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Reply #4:

Underwear, pajamas, pillowcases. If you say satin, I say bedroom. I'm a bit afraid that black satin dresses look like sleepwear. You can also use it as lining. And that Tea Party Dress is awesome!

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Reply #5:

Oooh. A dress like that just might work! I have some black lace and purple fabric I could use as well!

I think I have enough ideas now to work up a few sketches and go from there Happy

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Reply #6:

I like kristas idea I would go with it!

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Reply #7:

yay!!! Everyone needs a tea party dress!!!

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Reply #8:

I have some black satin I've been wanting to make a corset with, you've just reminded me ;)

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Reply #9:

I think I'm going to go with Krista's concept of the tea party dress, but make a pullover sheath dress with a lace panel in the front :3

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