Even with the onset of colder weather in California, I've not wanted to give up on wearing dresses. But tights with dresses, and the static that clings them together, make me completely crazy. So, with an opportunity to use some of Britex's beautiful silks, I just had to make a slip. The fabric I chose… Continue reading Cinnamon slip in silk with small bust adjustment
When I first "discovered" Thread Theory and their solid line-up of patterns, I was impressed and excited: stylish menswear! What a concept! So when they had a call for pattern testers for their newest pattern, the Goldstream Peacoat, I just had to respond, and was fortunate enough to be chosen to do it. Lucky me!… Continue reading Pattern testing: Goldstream Peacoat by Thread Theory
I'm not quite ready to reveal my most recent (big!) project, but here're a sneak peeks and some thoughts about it...This project marked the first time I've used shoulder pads (!). I sewed during the late 80s and 90s, so that's kind of impressive.My own blood, sweat, and tears (well, maybe not tears) went into… Continue reading Project in the works (Hint: more menswear!)
Continuing the parade of wool clothing from my recent, multiple visits to the fabric store is my latest work/ holiday dress. I'm the biggest fan of dresses for any and all occasions, particular those that are stretchy and flattery, so when the Lady Skater Dress pattern by Kitschy Coo started making the rounds, I was… Continue reading Lady Skater Dress in wool sweater knit
Cashmere, guys! This super soft and lovely plaid cashmere was one of my many finds at the wool sale from last week. At $35/ yard, it wasn't a steal, but I certainly couldn't leave it there, especially since I had purchased the Woodland Cape pattern by Liesl & Co a while back and hadn't found… Continue reading Hooded Woodland cape in cashmere!
As one of the Community Match winners in the SOSM, I was awarded three Sewaholic patterns. In my opinion, it was the best prize of all (among many awesome awards, by the way!) and I was super duper thrilled! Always the pragmatic, I chose the Renfrew top, Thurlow trousers and the Alma blouse, figuring I… Continue reading Renfrew in double knit wool
I'm so excited to finally share a project that I tested a few weeks ago for my friend and bag pattern-maker, Samantha! With two weddings coming up next month, it was exceptionally good timing that Samantha asked me to try out her pattern for the adorably-named "Little Bow Pleat Bag"--a stylish (yet roomy!) clutch. Her… Continue reading Little Bow Pleat Bag: Pattern testing and giveaway!
After a significant time away, I'm back to work on Monday. Clearly, I need a back-to-school dress! Having just made a party dress using the gathered-skirt style, I whipped up the A-line version of the Cambie for work. I love the tailored fit of this version and the slant pockets. Man, this pattern is versatile!The… Continue reading Back to school Cambie
Since Dee has received the pouch I made for her, now I can show it off! In our initial emailing, Dee said she liked bright colors, like red and turquoise, and paisley, so I chose a bright paisley fabric from Hart's and used some red silk upholstery fabric from FabMo. The lining fabric is an… Continue reading From California to Australia: Sweet pouch swap
Even though I wasn't quick enough to get in on the *very* exclusive official Sweet Pouch Swap this time around, my friend Samantha acted as match-maker and coordinated Dee and I to swap pouches and sweets anyhow! Unsanctioned sweet sending, guerrilla pouch swapping, pouch party crashing, whatever it is, today I received the very lovely… Continue reading Crashing the "Sweet Pouch Swap" party
Bea & Lucille 