Good morning! Yesterday was K's birthday party, and as far as I'm concerned, it was a smashing success. Of course, you can't go wrong with slip n slides and epic water balloon fights, so I can't take a whole lot of credit for the success. I was also pretty good about keeping it low maintenance and didn't go all DIY crazy as I have in the past -- I'll show you a couple of things I did make later this week, but everything else was store-bought and easy-peasy. Today, however, is Monday, and I ... Read more
Sewing for Me: Reddish Knit Dress
First, a little history. About 10 years ago, a good friend of mine invited me to her wedding, so M and I flew from Seattle to New York for the festivities. The ceremony and reception were both held at a swanky country club in Long Island, and I oohed and aahed at how my friend infused her Indian heritage into the whole event. She was gorgeous in a gold and green sari, and the groom (who was not Indian) looked striking in his kurta-inspired top. For the wedding cake moment, caterers wheeled in at ... Read more
Monday Outfit: Birthday Dress
K and I had a little conversation this weekend: Me: What kind of birthday dress do you want, honey? K: White. Me: Okay, what else? K: Balloons. Yeah, balloons all over, with a hot air balloon right on the chest, and with big letters that spell out "Happy Birthday". Make sure to use lots of colors, Mommy. Friends, I couldn't do it. My inner minimalist took over, and I struggled to bring myself to stencil her design onto this decidedly bridal-looking, but beautifully simple ... Read more
Happy Friday + Guest Post for Compagnie M
Happy Friday, friends! Today, I'm guest posting over at Compagnie M, so hop on over to see the details of this here creation which was inspired by the illustration on the left. The illustration is by Caitlin McGauley, who is insanely talented and one of my all-time favorite illustrators/designers. She painted the Emerson Fry leopard coat, which happens to also be a drool-worthy and favorite clothing designer of mine (though I have yet to own anything from their line), so you can imagine how much ... Read more
My First Washi: a wearable muslin?
I did it. I've finally become the trillionth person to make a Washi Dress. And friends, I got the buffalo checks to match perfectly on the sides. You know how hard that is for me, and I feel like I need to celebrate. But wait, not too fast. I may have reigned victorious with print-matching for this dress, but I don't think the fit is spot on. Let me preface all this with the fact that Rae's directions are awesome. So clear, so helpful, so easy. The pattern pieces are ingeniously designed ... Read more