It’s all about lace: Buttercup Bag
In two weeks time I am going to a wedding…I couldn’t pass the opportunity for a me-made outfit, could I? It’s the second time I make a Buttercup Bag. This is the dressy version. The lace was already featured in the Couture Dress. And the main fabric is a grey cotton very similar in look and feel to taffeta. You’ll see more of this fabric … Continue reading It’s all about lace: Buttercup Bag
Norway here we come!
While finishing off packing on Sunday evening… I was already dreaming about Norwegian scenery…then had a sudden moment of panic: 1. Norway is 2,000 km north…it’s summer…this means one thing: loads of light till very late and early in the morning 2. Shutters are virtually non-existant 3. Like a real princess (joke intended ;o) I need a dark room for my beauty sleep So the … Continue reading Norway here we come!
Crazy for Sorbetto – Pazza per il Sorbetto
Certainly Colette’s Sorbetto pattern doesn’t need any introduction nor details…So I thought I could share some crazy pictures of me while wearing it. Sicuramente il top Sorbetto di Colette non ha bisogno di dettagli ne’ di presentazioni… Cosi’ ho pensato di farvi vedere delle foto un po’ pazze di me. I decided to use the same fabric as for the Japanese top…just as an experiment … Continue reading Crazy for Sorbetto – Pazza per il Sorbetto
All Green: Sewing Machine Cozy and Giveaway winner
It was high time I made a gift for my sewing machine. After all without her (must be a she!) I wouldn’t be able to make all the garments and accessories! She came with a carrying case but it’s not practical to use it when you just need to leave her on the table. And I was getting more and more ashamed of the interim … Continue reading All Green: Sewing Machine Cozy and Giveaway winner
WIP: Colette Crepe
I have been quietly working on my Colette Crepe. Fitting the bodice has required 4 muslins…Below is version 3. In the meantime I have cut the fashion fabric and nearly finished assembling the bodice. In terms of fitting I believe this is not a beginner’s pattern…despite not being a novice I still has fitting issues… In queste ultime settimane ho lavorato al modello Crepe di … Continue reading WIP: Colette Crepe
