My plans were reshuffled… My shirt buttons got delayed in the post So I started my next project: a top from the same La Mia boutique November 2013… I am so eager to get it done I’m actually writing on the ironing board while the iron heats up…. Am I nuts or what??? Have you ever done something like this? Have to go now… Iron … Continue reading La Mia boutique top in the making

  Over 1.5 years later I finally choose the pattern for the shot cotton fabric I bought in the US. I had initially thought of making a Mathilde Blouse, wait for Josephine to be released or make a Washi. But in the end I felt this pattern was more like me. Plus I love princess seams as they are easier to fit and I find … Continue reading On my sewing table: La Mia Boutique 11/2013 #12 Blouse

This jacket makes me feel very British…the fabric comes from Clothspot the UK (you may remember my skirt) and the pattern was a gift from Evie when we met in London. I got the inspiration from this picture I love this pattern! Just the right length and the classic fitted style I like! And shall we talk about the two-piece sleeve??? How cool is that! … Continue reading Very British Herringbone Orange Wool: Simplicity 2446 Amazing Fit Misses’ Jacket

Silvia: Do you like my new dress? Lovely blog reader: Silvia, are you sure you mean ‘dress’? Isn’t it a tunic? Silvia: Isn’t it the perfect knit fabric for a dress? Lovely blog reader: [puzzled] You’re right. It’s a very nice fabric and a lovely pattern Here is the real story behind this project…In case you are wondering about my sanity by now! I won … Continue reading Jocole Cross-over Tunic/Dress