Every year I choose a new theme and try my best to keep it going through the year. Two years ago it was the year of Trying New Things. That was an awesome year! I constantly came up with new ideas and coaxed my boys into trying my latest concoctions by saying, “but it’s the year of trying new things! Try it!!” So much fun for me because they tried new foods like mushoo chicken and I got to learn how to cook foods I already love. Last year was the year of Self Discipline. It worked in my favor because I could remind the boys of their responsibility to keep their room tidy but it really was a boring …MORE…
Pinterest Lookbook idea!
I really enjoy Pinterest. I enjoy it too much. It occurs to me that maybe I’m spending too much time pinning! I really do try to limit personal social media time but it is hard to do. So, I decided to divert said time toward bringing to life the beautiful garments that I have pinned thus far. Here’s my Sewing …MORE…
Skirt Wardrobe 1103
I love Textile Studio Patterns. Their designs are classic, elegant and timeless. Skirt Wardrobe Pattern Description: Now you can create those simple and pricey skirts you see in ready-to-wear. This pattern contains 3 pull-on skirts: An a-line, a four gore and a six gore. Fabric Used: Triacetate/poly blend from Fabric Mart. It is a bit heavier than the fabric suggestions …MORE…
Someday is Finally Now
2011 was a pretty hard year. I hear there was plenty of good and lots of bad for other people. For me, it was the same. Plenty of good. Lots of bad. Yet another year of making it work. I kept up my perpetual effort to broaden my skills while getting more social. I know I tend to dig in …MORE…
Heathered Charcoal Top
I love this pattern, it makes a great fabric canvas. I made the tunic view E, shortened it and left off the neck ring. Butterick 5528 Pattern Description: Close-fitting, straight tunic E has cap sleeves, stitched hem and neck ring. Fabric Used: Cotton/Lycra Jersey – Heathered Charcoal Gray Fabric Source: www.gorgeousfabrics.com Suggested Fabrics: Moderate stretch knits only Pattern Sizing: Lrg-Xlg-XXl …MORE…
Choices. So many choices!
I have one month to make something for a choral performance. The dress code specifies concert black. How easy is that? Easy as pie, unless you are me. Instead, I have the royal chief bridesmaid dress in my mind’s eye. The neat cowl. The empire waist. The thought of it done in black makes me stop for a moment and …MORE…
My First Lekala
My first Lekala pattern and I just love the outcome. This was my test garment, however, it fit perfect without any alterations and quickly became a go-to dress for me. I have worn this dress three times already. Lekala 5860 Inspiration Dress, Adrianna Papell Pattern Description: V-neck dress with neck darts, lined bodice, empire waist and ruched skirt. Fabric …MORE…
Super cute platform stiletto
Now that summer has come and gone it is time to sew for the holidays and winter ahead. So, I’m online looking at festive heels the other night and ran across this high vamp platform and ordered them on a whim. They look great with jeans but I want to take it one step further and make several dresses to …MORE…
2011 Spring into Summer
It’s been so long since I have blogged my projects, so I thought it was time to spring it into action… and YAY summer is here! Unfortunately this site hasn’t received much attention since I’ve been in ‘hunker down and work’ mode for the past couple of years (I haven’t blogged for two entire years!) …and I’m paying for it …MORE…
Pattern mash-up
I’ve been working on my entry for the RTW & Designer Knock-off Contest 2009 hosted by PR. I have been working through a few patterns to pull together the features I need to create my patio dress. Here are the patterns I’ve been working with: Simplicity 3918 I made view C but left off the lace and kept the shoulder …MORE…
Patio Dress
I’m excited to get to work on my entry for the RTW & Designer Knock-off Contest 2009 hosted by PR. I have a piece of cotton knit in my stash that is just waiting for the right project. It will be perfect for my interpretation of this beautiful Patio dress. Here are closeups to show the pick stitching and amazing …MORE…
