The clothes I sew, thrift, modify, and wear for work and weekend.
What does one wear to a performance of Romeo & Juliet that is also a party? At most theatrical outings, me and my outfit are visible to the public for maybe 10 minutes in between shedding my coat and sitting down in our seats. I like to look nice, and usually any of my party or … More Thrifted Tales: A $5 Little Black Dress
In high school I used to tease my friend for her inclination to wear the same color (navy blue) almost every day, her other go-to colors were forest green and maroon. Together we joked about her needing to branch out (at least I hope she was laughing with me). But now that I am being … More Many Shades of Gray: My Go-To Neutral
My top 5 misses of 2015 are the projects that I wanted to make, bought the pattern, started buying fabric and supplies, but did not finish (of even start). 1. Dahlia Colette debuted their Dahlia Dress pattern during my Wardrobe Architect adventure. The sillouette matched what I was looking for and the suggested fabrics (crepes and … More Top 5 Misses of 2015
2015 is the year I finally felt immensely confident in my own sewing. I only felt “competent” in previous years. There were still stressful moments and long nights, but I never felt like I couldn’t do the skills the projects asked for.
This year was a year of costumes and almost nothing else. I can guarantee that will come up again in my #SewingTop5 revelations and goals write-ups. 🙂 … More Top 5 Hits of 2015
I made my first New Look 6104 blouse in 2012, in anticipation of my first MeMadeMay, and I finished my second one this past weekend! In those 3 years I’ve learned a bit more about fitting and pattern adjustments. … More A New Look at New Look 6104
Yesterday was one of those glorious autumn days people write poems about. Bright blue sky above Wintering ducks on the lake Flameless trees burn on (That’s a Fabric Alchemist original.) Yesterday was one of those days this sewcialist craves for photos – good warm light, dry surfaces, and colorful backdrops. I had been waiting for … More Sitting Down for The Better Pictures ProjectÂ
What took me so long to discover the joys of infinity scarves? … More Infinity Scarves 4ever!
The “I can make it” outlook that comes from learning to sew ultimately made me feel guilty for even thinking about buying something new… … More Buying Clothes When You Are a Proud Sewist
This Me-Made-May recap is brought to you in part by scarves and layers. Spring in Seattle is starting out a bit cool. … More Me-Made-May ’15: Days 12-18
Week 2 was a good week for Me-Made-May. The warm weather was ideal for my lightweight garments. … More Me-Made-May’15: Days 5-11
The Fabric Alchemist 