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today’s find
This only comes in kid sizes, but I think its true for adults too. (found here)
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sewing a shirt
I am sewing my first shirt! It is a button-up shirt, with a yoke, and sleeves, and everything. I love the idea of sewing some of my own clothes, so I am pumped to start practicing! I am instagramming...
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things that caught my eye this week
My shirt sewing is coming along smoothly so far. Its very fascinating. Like learning one of the tiny secrets of the universe. A couple things that I noticed this week: Pretty handmade knitted hats...
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sewing a shirt: done!
And we have a final product! And it actually looks like a shirt, and is completely wearable in public, so that is a huge plus. Its not quite perfect, but I think its a pretty solid first attempt. I...
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sewing machine
I’m trying out a couple new shirt patterns this week, which means we had to go get some fabric. Oh darn. I get really sucked into sewing. Following the pattern, moving on to the next step, and the next...
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making it work
I managed to finish three new garments last week. (I watch Project Runway while I’m sewing. Makes me feel more legit.) I only planned on two, but I ended up having a little extra fabric, so I was able...
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weekend snaps
Some pictures from the weekend. 1. A perfect sized pickle in the garden. 2. All cleaned up after working in the yard all afternoon. 3. Making and remaking a shirt. Read directions twice, sew once.
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floral summer shirt
Making good progress on the cute summer shirt collection over here! This week I added a floral sleeveless top, with a peter pan collar, and an asymmetrical hemline for a flowy, breezy look. The fabric...
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striped top with tulip sleeves
I am proud of this one because 1. Its a silky fabric I’m not used to sewing, and it didn’t bite me. and 2. I made the pattern for the tulip sleeves myself! I used this tutorial for some help, and used...
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fall finds
Today could be mistaken for fall, and I couldn’t be happier. I can’t wait to add some plants to the yard, bake in the afternoons, have soup and bread for dinner, and wear flannel shirts. Here are a...
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