Category: I made it!! 2016

  • It’s Done!  Well almost…

    It’s Done! Well almost…

    My sister will be happy, another garment has been (almost) finished in what I’m calling my Sister’s Sewing Projects. This one is a vintage pattern from 1978, Simplicity 8510. It must be a favourite of my sister’s for her to keep it safe all this time. The fabric is a similar beige as in the pattern…

  • Finished … is it a Success?

    Finished … is it a Success?

    I thought I would show you what I have been up to this past week.  I have finally finished my black cardigan, McCall’s M7055.  A McCall’s “Learn to Sew for Fun” pattern.  When I opened the pattern envelope, I was surprised to find it was nothing but a CIRCLE with sleeves!

  • Jungle January and I made it just in time!

    Jungle January and I made it just in time!

    Technically speaking, it is still Jungle January here.  Hop on over to Pretty Grievances to see all the WILD garments that she has rounded up!  In the last few waking hours of the day I would like to show you my second Jungle January garment – something that I am very happy with… even if…

  • Jungle January and a black & blue Ocelot!

    Jungle January and a black & blue Ocelot!

    I love starting the year off with #JungleJanuary at Pretty Grievances!  (Above image property of Pretty Grievances.)  I usually don’t add jungle prints to my fabric stash, but I am always inspired by Jungle January.  This year I have found two fabrics – one being a black & blue Ocelot.  It’s called a Harmony Jacquard, 58%…