Last time we travelled I experimented and wore dresses 80% of the time. I enjoyed the experience and found I had less-stress choosing what to wear each day.Initially I felt a bit over dressed. Wrap dresses like this Sew Over It Eve dress is a great shape for travelling.This version of Eve is a test … Continue reading Polka dot fun
Category: polka dots
Minerva make – Jumpin polka dots
After making a summer work wardrobe, I chose to go easy and enjoy celebrating summer with this top and pants. Actually, this is a jumpsuit McCalls 6083. The fabrics including the interfacing are from Minerva Crafts UK. These were ordered before Christmas and arrived in Australia from the UK before New Year. You'll find a few … Continue reading Minerva make – Jumpin polka dots
Left hand blue
You've seen these before here and here. I wanted a navy pair in blue, so this is the blue pair with a new blue top for Blue, blue February.The pattern changes were refined on the second pair but I wanted to tackle one more issue. Making room for cyclist thighs. Well I think that's the … Continue reading Left hand blue
Spotto
Spotted fabric lives in my stash. A recent hunt in my stash made me realise there were spots here and there. Navy spots made their way onto my Chloe dress by Victory Patterns. These spots are small and the fabric is light weight. So good to wear in summer.Well I found another navy spot fabric. I'm sure this … Continue reading Spotto
Chloe by Victory patterns
With our meeting with Kristiann Boos of Victory patterns looming, I decided to sew Chloe version 2, with sleeves. Melbourne weather being a changeable affair, I needed to make this up in a classic fabric - navy with white polka dots in cotton. I can wear any shoes with this fabric.The lace used for the sleeves is a … Continue reading Chloe by Victory patterns
