I had made one of these dresses for Fashion Revolution to give to Cope Charity Shop to sell in April, and meant to run another for myself, and finally I did in August from some left over denim. These jean dresses are a quick make. I possibly could have taken my time and worked out … Continue reading Denim jean dress, figs and blackberry cough syrup
hello 1982
This make reminds me so much of the 80s, It was not my intention starting out... it just seemed to turn out like that. It was also a top similar in style to the ones I did sew for myself in the 80s - where the main considerations were to avoid zips, buttons and sleeve … Continue reading hello 1982
Sewing and Sanding
so after the last few months of being house obsessed - I now have my workroom nearly back and the house stuff that was stored there is making its way back to the rooms of the house, and I am finding it rather slow to get back sewing again as I am still trying to … Continue reading Sewing and Sanding
Fashion Revolution, Chevron Patch Skirt
It has been rather hectic the past 2 months, sewing, working and home renovations. Back in January, I had been wondering what to do with my sample sews and had considered taking a stall again at the market. I also wanted to do something for Fashion Revolution week. I find fashion revolution week (when viewed … Continue reading Fashion Revolution, Chevron Patch Skirt
so many plans – so many patterns
It is also technically still winter (Met Eireann/our weather board class December January and February as winter in Ireland) so I also see it as a time of semi-hibernation and taking it easy - January is definitely my tiredest month, probably because if also feels like the darkest one. So rather than try and make … Continue reading so many plans – so many patterns
pinafore pattern – cut from palazzos
I have been trying for a while to make an easy pattern for upcycling linen trousers. The trousers do make great shift dresses and cute tops (and I will be sharing patterns on these later - but I really wanted to make a pattern that was 'an easy sew'. My first sews as a teen … Continue reading pinafore pattern – cut from palazzos
2 skirts and a red raglan sweater.
Funny how sometimes when you change jobs, your wardrobe seems to alter a bit - maybe it isn't that unusual but I was still surprised when I started working in my new job, that I started favouring wearing dresses and skirts more instead of trousers as in my last job. (Although, this is due to … Continue reading 2 skirts and a red raglan sweater.
Anna Sui Denim Dress, Cynthia Rowley Black Blouse
Cate at Vintage Gal had a wonderful post about Anna Sui in September. I loved the dress she made from the Anna Sui pattern (vogue 1619). I have looked (unsucessfully) for this pattern, but did get Vogue 1789. I have started working full time and decided to make a few pieces of winter work as … Continue reading Anna Sui Denim Dress, Cynthia Rowley Black Blouse
five minute frock and blinged bag
The frock and the bag are not a set, and the only thing they have in common was that I rushed them off before my 5 day work week routine began. I was a bit frantic trying to 'finish' projects before part time work status ended, and I got these two out of the way. … Continue reading five minute frock and blinged bag
embroidered wool coat
I don't know if this is a general habit for others, but often if I am working on a long/boring/difficult project I start to plan a nice/interesting project in my head and this project becomes the treat that I can look forward to. So while I was plodding away with the Irish dance costume, wondering … Continue reading embroidered wool coat
