I knew I needed to make another wrap front blouse. The teenage fashion critic does not approve of the print for this style. I confess I did buy this fabric with a fun winter coat lining in mind. She does think the blouse is almost acceptable under a jacket (ie well hidden..). I like itContinue reading “Wrapping up another blouse”
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Making do with leftovers
The result is always good when He Who Cooks uses leftovers. Leftover prawns? Lovely in a sandwich the next day! So, how about a Sorbetto or two from leftover fabric? It’s hard not to look smug when you use remnants and a free pattern…! I liked it so much I cut out and sewed anotherContinue reading “Making do with leftovers”
Late to the Vogue 1250 party
There is a reason that this pattern has 77 reviews* on Pattern Review. And is a best pattern of 2011. It might be that it is universally flattering to all body types. Or that it is also easy to make. Why did it take me so long? Technical details Pattern: Vogue 1250 Size: 6-20,Continue reading “Late to the Vogue 1250 party”
Twisted Shoulders and Silver Circles
I really loved the Dec 2011 BurdaStyle. Full of lovely red Christmassy frocks, gorgeous green evening dresses and tweedy English winter styles. None of it suitable for Australian Decembers or my lifestyle needs but still.. One of the beautiful green silk bias cut frocks was also available as a top. The style lines looked veryContinue reading “Twisted Shoulders and Silver Circles”
Wrapped with my blouse
I loved this blouse when the September 2010 issue of BurdaStyle arrived in my letterbox, but, as is a common occurrence for me, I’ve taken over a year to make it up. I blame part of this on getting the issues six months out of season, but it’s really because there are so many stylesContinue reading “Wrapped with my blouse”
More Ikea fabulousity*
We went to Ikea to buy a bookcase last week. Two metres of fabric come home. I am ridiculously pleased with how this has turned out. The back story to this is a white A line sleeveless shift that I have worn to death over the last 15 years. Its a bit small, the liningContinue reading “More Ikea fabulousity*”
Sephardic Flourless butter-less orange-and-almond cake
Pssst Can you keep a secret? Yes? Good…. now what I am about to tell you must NEVER be told to anyone that is not a cook. Here it is …the secret handshake of the food lovers fraternity…. we share recipes….yep its true …and we pass little jars of quince paste, capsicum relish, greens pickedContinue reading “Sephardic Flourless butter-less orange-and-almond cake”
Another skirt [still no progress on The Winter Coat]
Yes, I am avoiding the Big Coat Project, but I also need to update/renew my winter work wardrobe. I’ve changed jobs and the dress code is more corporate. The other day I wore a tailored jacket I made more than ten years ago that is now work appropriate, and sadly I found, mid morning, itContinue reading “Another skirt [still no progress on The Winter Coat]”
Sewing lesson results
Miss F, our daughter, picked pajamas as her first sewing attempt. But not just any old easy pattern for elastic topped pants. She wanted to make a cross over wrap bodice nightie with lace edging. And to use a cotton jersey instead of a nice stable woven. But I didn’t want to discourage her byContinue reading “Sewing lesson results”
They are sooo ‘chocolatey’ I could almost die
Ok all you people that are trying to lose the extra weight post Christmas…don’t even look…the following pictures are likely to cause you to throw your good intentions to the wind. Everyone should have a signature dish and chocolate brownies are the one Miss F is famous for. Whenever we have a picnic or specialContinue reading “They are sooo ‘chocolatey’ I could almost die”
Panettone trifle
Last weeks Australian Review recipes section had a great recipe. Even She who Sews could make it. And she and Felicity did. Ingredients Panettone (we used one with dried fruit in it, but any sort would be fine) 250-300 g fresh or frozen raspberries 900 mL cream Grated rind of 1 orange 2 tablespoonsContinue reading “Panettone trifle”
Out of hibernation… into the oven
It must be spring; even the freezer got a clean out the other day. Try as I might to keep the freezer organized…. I try to label everything that goes into deep storage and have designated shelves for different things containers with mystery contents still gradually accumulate in the freezer. Fortunately some of the surprisesContinue reading “Out of hibernation… into the oven”
Frocktober
I’ve been wanting to make this pattern for a while. Frocktober was a great reason! Plus I had some very cute stretch cotton sateen from Italy. And it would match my favourite shoes. Perfect outfit for looking at the sky and wondering if the outfit was suitable for the weather… The pattern is another BurdaContinue reading “Frocktober”
One dot wonders
BurdaStyle magazine rate the difficulty of their patterns in dots. One is ‘quick and easy, great for beginners’.Four is ‘challenging, detailed and time-consuming, for pros’. Most of the one dot patterns are ho-hum. But not this one! Two pattern pieces and a rectangle for the skirt. Cascading sleeves, elastic waist. Threading in the elastic wasContinue reading “One dot wonders”
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