Just before Christmas, I got a text with an offer of some old fabric and wallpaper swatches from an interior designer friend. Obviously said yes - and what amazing swatches books they were. They are mainly Zophany - so seriously swanky stuff! I opened up some books, divided the swatches into colour, and then kept re-arranging … Continue reading a month of swatches – patou in pieces (patou overblouse)
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twi remnant – jean muir jumper dress
Generally when I buy fabric, I go to either Murphy Sheehys or TWI fabric wholesalers in Dublin. TWI is a little bit 'out of the way' from the city centre, but it has a great selection, it's at the rear of a Georgian house in a Georgian square and is a maze of alcoves, corridors, and one large … Continue reading twi remnant – jean muir jumper dress
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)
Simplicity 3636 – plaid skirt to plaid over blouse
I have now decided that overblouses are the best ever......... now that winter is coming, and jumpers are beckoning, an overblouse is a lot smarter (than some of my jumpers anyway) and I just love the pockets. The style of this overblouse is not unlike a 'kinsale smock' (or fishermans smock), and its perfect 'transitional' … Continue reading Simplicity 3636 – plaid skirt to plaid over blouse
McCalls 7530 – Pauline Trigere Dress skirt to dress
This is the most expensive pattern I have ever bought! ..... and I am beginning to be a fan of Pauline Trigere. I also love coats so thought at least this was a 3 for 1 pattern. I also thought I would do the dress first as it was probably easier than jacket/coat.(not so famous … Continue reading McCalls 7530 – Pauline Trigere Dress skirt to dress
Simplicity 8203 – trousers to tennis dress
The athena poster dress was auctioned earlier this year and got 15k! It well exceeded the guide price and the back story is a good read. Its a home-made dress and is from a simplicity pattern (is supposed to be from Simplicity 8203). I like square necklines, and decided to give it a go. The pattern allows … Continue reading Simplicity 8203 – trousers to tennis dress
Butterick 2704 – green cloak to green coat
When I saw this green cloak in the charity shop - I truly could not resist it.. It reminded me of the original Irish Air Hostess uniform. Its a full-on kelly-green woven wool cloak with hood. My feeling is that it was probably made for either a primary school play or float about St Patrick, and also … Continue reading Butterick 2704 – green cloak to green coat
The Boat Neck Top – Trousers to Top
I bought a skirt in a charity shop as I figured the print was fun and the lining had a good deal of fabric, but the skirt also fitted me and was incredibly comfortable (thanks to useful pockets), so it escaped the chop. I did need a blouse or top to go with it as … Continue reading The Boat Neck Top – Trousers to Top
Pattern Magic Hoody T Shirt – ‘dress to a tee’
The pattern magic books are pretty inspiring. I know when I first came across them I was got such a kick out of some of the quirky ideas and when I would show to some friends* the reaction was often simply - "but seriously, would you really wear that" (probably about crushed can top!) just … Continue reading Pattern Magic Hoody T Shirt – ‘dress to a tee’
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