Paisley. Such a classic print. So why not make a classic knit dress?Burda 7828 has a summer knit dress but a long sleeve top - switch the pieces and you get a knit dress that can be layered for Winter - fabric provided by Pitt Trading called Marrikesh.Winter Burda 7828With a set of boots, this becomes … Continue reading Sweet paisley aka Marrikesh
Category: knit dress
Keilo wrap
Now I'm sure you've seen the Keilo wrap dress online.Here's my version to see out the Summer.Heading out to dinner with friendsAllison from AllisonC Sewing Gallery blog gave me this lovely knit when she visited Sydney this month. We had a great day fabric shopping in Sydney as Allison had been my fabric enabler when I … Continue reading Keilo wrap
Testing New Look 6122
Summer holidays are just about here and this is a dress I've dared myself to wear. This is my Make a Garment a Month piece.There are plenty of opportunities to wear this style - get-togethers with family and friends, drinks, summer BBQs or just a simple night out.My favourite look is View B in the short … Continue reading Testing New Look 6122
Fierce scissors
Taking a pair of scissors to a RTW garment is not something I used to do, but am really happy to do now. I'm taken in by the more affordable garments and when I don't have the time to fit everything into my 'sew from scratch' ideas. Zipper dress:I loved this style and it turns out … Continue reading Fierce scissors
