Sewing Double- My Colette Hawthorn Peplum Top

Here’s my second take on Colette’s Hawthorn pattern, this time as a sleeveless peplum top! You can see my first version here :) April’s Challenge for The Monthly Stitch was to sew a second version of…

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My Capsule Wardrobe-Wardrobe Architect Week 9

I’m starting to plan out what I’ll be making for my Capsule Wardrobe for the Spring/Summer! Last weeks post over at Wardrobe Architect for Week 9 was so helpful for narrowing down my ideas…

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Empire Waist Knit Dress

Just a quick little post today since it’s the last day of my son’s spring break. Nigel starts back at school tomorrow so one last fun day out with…

More Miss Bossy Patterns!

Here are my newest versions of V1382, an Anne Klein dress that I cut as a top, and March’s Miss Bossy Patterns Winner for The Monthly Stitch! I’ll be posting over…

Linen and Chiffon Floral Blouse

Here’s my first finished make from V1382 Anne Klein dress as a blouse…and March’s Miss Bossy Patterns winner! This pattern wasn’t my first choice but I’m really loving the results.…

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Oldie but Goodie- My Hawthorn

I thought I’d share with you today one of my favorite makes, the Hawthorn from Colette patterns! I made this one what seems like ages ago- but actually just last…

Indigo Dyed Jeans- Finally Completed!

I’ve been working on these jeans for about a month, so I’m really excited to have them finally completed, especially before the warm weather hits Florida! I was really getting…

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Indigo dreaming

I’m really loving the results of my two batches of Indigo dyeing! I think I could happily wear blue every day! I’ve gotten lovely comments every time I’ve worn my…

February Sewing Plans!

I’ve been taking a step back this week and focusing again on my big sewing projects and wardrobe planning. Last week’s Kids Clothes Week Challenge was a lot of fun,…

Indigo Dyeing- My results!

Here’s a quick update on the results of my indigo dye bath from the other day. You can view the earlier post here. I love my color results! The blues…

Indigo Dyeing

So excited- I’m dyeing with indigo this morning while my oldest is at school. I’m using the dye kit I ordered from Noon Design Studios which is super easy to…

Organic Reversible Wrap Skirt

This week has been all about working on fitting my muslin’s for my fitted jacket and jeans while I wait on my ordered fabric to arrive and finish dyeing my…