Happy Easter! Finally sitting down to share one of my latest makes (I was so eager I forgot to remove the basting stiches at the hem! sorry)…a jacket that has been on my wish list for over a year. Vogue V1526 is unique pattern by late fashion designer Paco Peralta. Though we only met once we had been in touch over several years and I … Continue reading Designer Jacket for Spring: Paco Peralta Vogue V1526
Sorry for the wrinkles! This denim fabric is very hard to photograph! When Paco Peralta released his new Lehenga Skirt Pattern I ordered it on my whim. It reminds me of my flamenco skirts. Plus his patterns are beautifully drafted. I used this fabric from my stash. It’s very light cotton denim with some stretch. I knew it would be a bit stiff…that’s why I … Continue reading Lehenga Skirt Paco Peralta & unintended Crop Top
A few month’s ago Tilly published her Marielle Skirt pattern on Sewing World magazine. And for me it was love at first sight. Immediately I had the urge to buy it…but then I realized I already had a perfectly fitting pattern from a very experienced designer: Paco Peralta’s Apron Skirt that I made a few months ago I wasn’t going to risk having to fuss with … Continue reading Paco Peralta’s Apron Skirt meets Tilly’s Marielle Skirt and goes to the Alps
Finally I managed to sew Paco Peralta’s Treky dress…when I saw his drawings it was love at first sight. It just took six months for my love to materialize ;o) From a technique point of view , this dress marks my first ever attempt at using flat piping. I started off with a size M that I had to take in for my swayback, a … Continue reading I’m crazy for Paco Peralta’s Treky dress
I think I have found the perfect Pencil Skirt! For this I have to thank Paco who designed a flattering pattern precisely for my measurements. I mean I only had to adjust the length and nothing else! This is a seamstress dream come true! The part I was fearing the most: sewing the apron part turned out to be very easy. Out of all the … Continue reading Perfect Pencil Skirt – Apron Skirt by Paco Peralta
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