More apocalypse, less angst
Current downpour be damned, I’m still counting on this summer to turn better, and I’m kinds of ways towards my summer plans. Not only are we planning trips, but I’ve got at least four sewing projects I’d like to complete this summer to keep… Continue Reading “Summer, where are you?”
Behold – another new skirt in the wardrobe! Today’s applique design comes from a tutorial at http://www.livingwithpunks.com/2011/06/sys-anthro-scrap-skirt.html. The skirt pattern itself is from Sew Serindipity – it’s the same pattern base as the bicycle skirt, but with one shade of linen-blend instead of two.… Continue Reading “More wardrobe additions.”
This is really not the greatest shot of this finished skirt – taken this morning before I left for work in our very dimly-lit living room….. but you get the basic idea. A new skirt, made from two tones of linen-blend with four appliqued… Continue Reading “Jupe avec des vélos”
Despite the weather, we are heading out on our first summer family get-away this week. Lincoln City, Oregon here we come! (By way of explanation – my parents rent a condo in Lincoln City for a month every year because they love the Oregon… Continue Reading “A summer get-away.”
So here it is – the dress with many mishaps: Made with Burda Pattern #7659 and $20 worth of fabric (quilting cotton) – this is my first ever attempt at making a dress for myself. After making it in the wrong size (too big… Continue Reading “Girl with a new dress on.”