I finally managed to complete the pleated Yoke Top from Learn to Sew with Lauren! You may remember my refashioned version and full review in July. I didn’t make any modifications to the pattern other than reducing correcting the mistake on the pleats. The fabric is some leftover taffeta from my wedding dress. Sono finalmente riuscita a completare il top a pieghe da Learn to … Continue reading Dressy Yoke Top Learn to Sew with Lauren
Here is the last summer issue of La Mia Boutique…slowing heading to Fall. This issue is out until September 15. I like to start from the cover…royal blue is a color that I never think about…I find it can look slightly dated or very cool depending on the pattern. Here I think we have both…I don’t like it at all on the jacket…but love it … Continue reading La Mia Boutique 08-09/15 Review – Recensione
It’s no secret I love fitted tops. When I saw this pattern on April issue of La Mia Boutique I thought it would be a nice option for a very precious raw silk I have in my stash. But I thought I test garment was absolutely necessary…that’s how I ended up with this top! Non è un segreto che mi piacciono i top aderenti. Quando … Continue reading Polka dots Top: La Mia Boutique 04/15 07
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
After knitting Miette in Purple…I was quite demotivated and decided I wasn’t ready to make another just yet. The original plan was to make two Miettes (purple and grey) since I had enough Cascade Sierra yarn for two. So looked through my favorites on Ravelry and the fabulous Vanadium by Lisa Mutch was on my needles. I made a size 30 and used a size … Continue reading Knitting Vanadium Cardigan and a new blog logo…what do you think?
Sewing Princess 