Way back when this blog was a tiny newborn - still a class requirement for posting homework assignments rather than a place for sewing discussions - I wrote a post about how even though I'd really, really like to have a time machine, ultimately that whole 'born in the wrong era' attitude is actually total nonsense and there really is no time like the present.
Read MoreFluffy and Floral
In Which the Wardrobe Architect finds a way to incorporate prints, and our blogger gets a haircut.
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Shirt-making on Island Time
(or, alternatively: That Tropical Monstrosity & Co.) It's been a good while since I sewed for someone else, and I didn't really imagine the spell would be broken in this particular way, but... well. Here we are, one terribly excellent polyester tropical shirt (and its linen friend) later.
Read MoreOne Year Abroad
In Which our blogger reminisces on the past, and plans for the future.
Read MoreAn Island Adventure (and shirt to match)
In which the perfect hiking shirt is made, and an adventure is had.
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Bra #2: Overconfidence and Physics
As it turns out, bramaking involves a bit more engineering than anticipated.
Read MoreSewing Lingerie: We Have Liftoff
In which there are discussions of boobs, fit issues, and a fluke success on the first try.
Read MoreThe Traveller Dress
In which I take advantage of Kiwi resources (and sheep), make a dress, and go on an adventure.
Read MoreA Proposal - and a Rabid Goat.
In which our intrepid adventurers gets engaged, and has a unique encounter with the local wildlife.
Read MoreWith Pockets to Hold All My Secrets
Drafting and sewing a jumpsuit that hugs like a cloud, and with pockets to, well, you know.
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