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Rayon Quartz Dobby Skirt- Vogue Designer Original 2129
Today I’m sharing what once was a Belinda Bellville dress and is now a much more wearable-and comfortable- elastic waist skirt. I love vintage patterns and lucked out finding this Vogue Designer Original Belinda Bellville design very close to my size, in a 16. I love this so much now that it’s been refashioned! And…
Universal Orlando Vacation Makes!
We’re just back from a whirlwind family reunion vacation at Universal Orlando! Perfect family trip plus lots of new makes! Off season- so hardly any waiting in lines, relatively cool weather *for Florida in September* and a roomy Air bnb home to relax in with all the family. The kids were at the prefect age…
Paco Peralta Tunic Vogue 1550
I’m always a bit hesitant making patterns that are voluminous but this Paco Peralta Tunic, Vogue 1550, is a stunner! I wanted something sheer and lightweight for summer and this fits the bill perfectly. I’ve been wearing this with leggings quite a bit. It’s artsy and elegant but still comfortable out playing with the kids…
Pacific Grove Vogue V8871
Can you tell how much I love this fabric! This is dress #2 in Pacific Grove, a gorgeous landscape knit from Marcy Tilton. After making my V Neck dress I had just enough fabric leftover to whip up this little dress. It’s V8871, Very Easy Vogue, that I picked up during the last pattern sale to add…
Coral Linen Vintage Vogue V9105
I’ve been slowly working on this gorgeous Vintage Vogue dress V9105, a 1954 Original, for the last month or so. This was part of my Spring sewing plans for casual house dresses. While this didn’t turn out exactly how I envisioned- it’s much dressier then intended- I really love it! I always love a dress you can…
3 Patterns, 3 Months!
This morning was our Sunday ritual of yummy breakfast (homemade waffles & smoothies) followed by a visit to my husband’s folks. I think we’re one of the rare lucky couples who love each other’s parents and really all get along. Our parents live only a few minutes from each other and get along fabulously too!…