It's great to be back in the sewing closet after a wonderful and busy holiday week! I'm also reading Breaking Dawn (for the first time-inspired by seeing Eclipse), so nap time is divided. Also-- yes, that's another …
Dare I venture into the world of swimwear...?This swim top is another something I love love, but don't wear anymore. The stripes are to die for, and I'm all about the bandeau top. But, the …
I'm lucky to have a very stylish younger sister, whose closet is always expanding. Once in a while she does some organizing and dejunking, and I try to be there with open arms to recieve …
Whew! I took a week to slowly work on this Repurpose...more of a creative endeavor than a sewing project, actually. And, did you see? Gabrielle of Design Mom gave Project Repurpose the Wardrobe a thumbs up! She has …
Just for the record, I do not spend all day sewing. I just sew every day lately! Each Repurpose so far has taken about one nap time. Then I usually put it on and wear …
Oh yes, we've entered the world of bottoms. I think the only time these linen capris from Banana Republic looked right on me was when I tried them on in the store... before washing, drying …
Another Goodwill find. I couldn't leave it on the rack, despite it's missing every-other button. I've actually donned this baby a few times and felt quite posh...and French. It was calling for a little reshaping, and …
Enough with the tee shirts for a while. I've moved on to real, tailored apparel changes here! Like repurposing this size 14 halter into something wearable. I fell in love with the pleated collar at …
This baby was a Goodwill find. I love the stripes! It has always been a little big, and a little wrong for the season...too hot for the summer-again, with that deep V a tank is …
Thank you for all of your nice comments about my first wardrobe renewal!! A few of you mentioned wanting to be able to sew better. Here's my advice: sew, sew, sew! Most of my favorite …
During the month of crazy busy, school ending, birthdays celebrating, family visiting, visiting family, job beginning (and so on) I put my projects on hold. My new dress form (replacing this duct tape beauty!) even …