This is part of my new years resolution, well not really, as I don't make them, but I do need to cover a sofa (for the past 6 years) and getting some domestic sewing done may actually get that in motion. This is another felted jumper and this one I did deliberately as I wanted … Continue reading felted sweater – new cushion
Month: December 2014
scarf to shrug glove
I was to wear the Pauline Coat (now scotch-guarded) and blue dress to a Christmas dinner last week. The dinner was at a hotel near us (a few minutes walk but longer in high heels). As the coat sleeves are short, I would need gloves, and as the dress was sleeveless, I would need a … Continue reading scarf to shrug glove
pullover to baselayer – raglan sleeve polo
I have this pullover/sweater/jumper in the to-do bag for a bit. I had deliberated over a sweater dress, using the scarf to make an extension to the length, or Alabama Chainin inspired shrug/bolero (from scarf) and long skirt (from jumper) As I haven't really worn the Alabama Chanin makes from earlier in the year it … Continue reading pullover to baselayer – raglan sleeve polo
vogue 5954 – mans shirt to vogue blouse – (mad about plaid)
I was hoping to make this blouse for my sister, but she told me that it wasn't a style she would go for.... so I graded it down and thought I would try it. I seem to be going through a bit of a plaid phase, (perhaps anticipating someone might get me the vivienne westwood … Continue reading vogue 5954 – mans shirt to vogue blouse – (mad about plaid)
butterick 5603 – the go-to dress
This has really got to be the 'go -to' to dress. I have seen it made up on other blogs and all styles and sizes are lovely. My preferred variations are on the Julia Bobbins blog, and she also has an enviable figure and each version is stunning on her. I was thinking of trying … Continue reading butterick 5603 – the go-to dress
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