I had a couple of Questions about Designin' December. Do I have to copy a "high-end" Designer? Nope! If your taste leans towards something like these Nordstrom jeans - from Veronica Beard RTW at a cost of CAD $418.42 - make them!I say ... "Why buy when you can make it yourself - better and for… Continue reading Designin’ December Questions and my progress with my DD me-made Copy …
I started this dress last week (read the prequel right here). I love this pattern. It's a remake of a classic dress pattern, Butterick B5920 "Retro '51". Comfortable and easy to make. The fabric is lightweight and soft, an Ellena Rayon Twill Print, 100% Rayon. I even found the perfect buttons for my fabric. Now… Continue reading One of my favourites …
Yes, I am almost finished my "Sister's Sewing Projects". I have finished her last skirt and am working on her matching shirt/jacket. We are going to have to go out and buy you more fabric soon, Sis! I haven't abandoned Jungle January 5. I've still got some sewing to do on my second Jungle January… Continue reading Vintage pattern No. 4
Well there wasn't much time for sewing, my sister came for a visit! I had my pants finished in advance so that we could laze around all weekend. Well, except for the 5 km walk/jog we did. My two sisters and I did the CIBC Run for the Cure Sunday. It wasn't too hot and it… Continue reading Last weekend’s accomplishments.
I have certainly learned a lot cleaning up Ilona - my Singer 15-88. As you know from this post my Mom has given me her and her sister's Vintage Sewing Machines. I even bought myself a small hammer and a screwdriver... you know, one of those ones with a bunch of different attachments? I took… Continue reading Ilona’s Future’s so Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades!
Perhaps you remember this dress, from my Sister's Sewing Projects, a vintage dress pattern from 1978, Simplicity 8510, which I first blogged about here. I decided before I start anything new, I must finish the old projects ... This dress still needed its elastic waistband. I found many ways to do that on line and in my reference… Continue reading Finishing one, starting another…
