During Cashmerette's Black Friday sale, I couldn't resist. I became an "All Access" Cashmerette Club member, for at least a year. Along with other perks, this level lets me get one free monthly pattern and access to all previous club patterns. I knew the first pattern I needed to make was the Carlyle. Of all [...]
Hello, and welcome to Style Imitating Art’s “Reveal Monday”. Today is the day that the hosts, unveil our interpretations of the chosen artwork. What Is Style Imitating Art? Style Imitating Art is hosted by Salazar of 14 Shades of Grey, Shelbee of Shelbee on the Edge, and me. Style Imitating Art challenges us to draw [...]
Hello and welcome to my interpretation of this weeks Style Imitating Art. Style Imitating Art is hosted biweekly by Salazar of14 Shades of Grey, Daenel of Living Outside the Stacks and me. Style Imitating Art challenges us to create an outfit using art as inspiration. From experience, I know that there are so many different ways to [...]
The title that I really wanted for this story was: My Vogue Pattern Shirt With Added Pockets and Really Hacked Sleeves. But that was just a tad too long. This pattern is described as a top. It has a full buttoned front, with a yoke in the back. There are two different sleeve options, which [...]
Today, I have a tale of two skirts. They're great summer skirts but each had a problem that made it unwearable. Using two very simple sewing techniques, I was able, in short order, to fix them. Now, I'm enjoying wearing both of these beauties. Because both skirts have strong personalities, I'm using simple white tops [...]
I've always been a fan of long cardigans. They are versatile and can be styled from casual to dressy. This dark green (with underlying brown tones) August Silk cardigan is a new addition to my collection. Different lighting affects how this cardigan appears, but, believe me, it's dark green. It's been fun experimenting with ways [...]
MeadowTree Style 