Fitting Misteries: Low-rise Pants La Mia Boutique 3/2014 – Misteri di vestibilità: Pantaloni a vita bassa
After making my first version of La Mia Boutique 3/2014 pants I was determined to alter the pattern: I wanted a lower waist and slimmer leg. The pants were fitting me well in the waist and hip area so no alterations needed. To lower the waistline: I removed the waistband completely. I then dropped the waistline by 1 inch and drew a new line. From … Continue reading Fitting Misteries: Low-rise Pants La Mia Boutique 3/2014 – Misteri di vestibilità: Pantaloni a vita bassa
Abilmente: unforgettable – indimenticabile – inoubliable – inolvidable
Image courtesy of Supercutit Just back from 5 fantastic days at Abilmente. I had a feeling it was going to be something special and it was simply unforgettable. The energy on those days, the laughter, chats, sharing and the emotions were impressive. Di ritorno da 5 giorni fantastici ad Abilmente. Mi sentivo che sarebbe stato speciale ed è stato indimenticabile. L’energia di quei giorni, le … Continue reading Abilmente: unforgettable – indimenticabile – inoubliable – inolvidable
Sewing Princess goes to Abilmente Craft Fair
It’s no secret: what I love about sewing and blogging is the community and social aspect, and that great feeling you get when wearing something you made yourself. That’s why I was so thrilled when I got invited to one of the biggest crafts fairs in Europe and the biggest in Italy: Abilmente Fair in Vicenza! Seeing my name on the participants list gave me butterflies in my stomach (available in Italian). Though … Continue reading Sewing Princess goes to Abilmente Craft Fair
Sparkly Shopping Bag – Le Cabas Vanessa Bruno
You should know I am not much into sparkly items…but I couldn’t resist the trend. It’s all over in France and Italy. Dovreste sapere che non sono un’amante degli oggetti luccicosi…ma non ho resistito alla moda. E’ dappertutto in Francia e in Italia. The most popular version of this canvas shopper bag (as far as I know) is by Vanessa Bruno. And I certainly couldn’t … Continue reading Sparkly Shopping Bag – Le Cabas Vanessa Bruno
La Mia Boutique 10/2014 Review
I can’t believe it’s October already. There are actually loads of nice things happening this month and that includes flicking through a new La Mia Boutique magazine! I am always waiting for that whether it´s good or bad! The cover already sold me this issue. I love that coat, simple, white and it’s actually by pretty new Italian fashion brand called Paglia Milano, they are … Continue reading La Mia Boutique 10/2014 Review
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