A wearable muslin for frocktails, a birthday dress, a wrap dress test, a dress for the beach, a recycled sari - all in one! I might’ve made an impractical sundress, but I’m making the most of the opportunity.
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My Best and Worst Wardrobe Performers
This week, we’re looking back. Consider this a more in-depth look at my Me Made May realizations this year, with a look at what I’ve made that’s still in regular rotation, along with the things that didn’t quite make the cut.
Read MoreLeafy Washclothes and Other Handknits
In which we catch up on a couple of knitting projects from the past few months
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Ginger Jeans: Corduroy Overall Hack Edition
This week, I’m showing off yet another pair of Ginger Jeans - with a twist! I’ve hacked the pattern into a pair of overalls, and I’m pretty pleased with the outcome!
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Stand Up Paddleboard Leggings
In which our sewing blogger makes a pair of purpose-built leggings for stand-up paddleboard adventures, and then goes SUPing!
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(Week two was my best-looking week, I think. So you get to see it first!)
Me Made May 2018: Roundup and Lessons Learned
Me Made May is over! Well, I’m not excited about it, but I AM excited about all the sewing plans I have, now that I’ve got photos of the month of outfits all together!
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Fabric Shopping in Auckland, A Guide: 2.0
In Which our sewist travels even further afield in search of a few more hidden fabric shopping gems - and in which she succeeds in finding them.
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Lill's Custom Graduation Dress
This week, I’m sharing a bit of unselfish sewing - A custom drafted backless silk graduation dress with sheer embroidered shirt that I made for my sister Lill’s graduation!
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Snoqualmie, the Sweater
This week, I’m finally sharing some photos of my Snoqualmie Sweater, which I took photos of in Wisconsin in January (!)
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The Classic Yellow Rain Jacket
In which our sewist tackles waterproofing, complains a lot about plastic, makes the Closet Case Patterns Kelly Anorak, and takes a weekend trip to Queenstown. Also, a rainbow.
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