This is definitely a great upcycle as there were only tiny scraps left, and I forgot to take a photo of the skirt in its before state. The fabric is a purple polyester shantung, so easy to sew and easy to launder. This pattern is so so quick. I traced the smocking dots and then used … Continue reading Simplicity 4826 Purple Smocked Frock – skirt to dress
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WOMANS REALM K99 – RED LINEN COAT
Originally it was supposed to become a version of Balenciaga One Piece coat, but the 'toile' was awful - really awful. I thought I could adapt a vintage pattern with a raglan sleeve to make a coat - and I did - using womans realm pattern K99 - the housecoat pattern and shortening the length. When … Continue reading WOMANS REALM K99 – RED LINEN COAT