It's been a YEAR!

Well it's official!  It has been a year since my RTW fast began back on December 1.  I have to tell you, I have never given up anything for a full year.  I thought of refraining from shopping for Ready to Wear clothing for a year was going to be scary BUT once I got the ball rolling, it was the easy.

Cowl Neck/Hooded Tunic Dress

Christmas is almost here!  Happy Christmas Eve!  If you remember my fabric haul from the other day, You  might remember the festive Jacquard knit that I had.

#Fabric Haul

So, here I am continuing my preparation for the holiday.  I have about 2 weeks off from work and I can't wait to spend my day sewing, preparing a new wardrobe for the coming year.

DIY Dress with Shawl Collar

I have a quick post today! The McCall's #7016 Shawl Collar dress was very easy sew.  This project was so fast.  I really love the look and feel of this fabric. It's funny how many people wanted to feel the fabric.

DIY Winter Coat. Butterick #5966

It appears that whenever I make a winter coat, the snow seems to disappear.  I've been enjoying make these fitted garments; experimenting with fabric, interfacing and linings to see what is the best for the coat.  The constructions of my winter coats have been a labour of love.

Cocoon Sweater

This is just a really quick post about my #Mimi G Cocoon Sweater tutorial.

Striped Hooded Jacket

You might remember, I made a fall jacket from the Burda # pattern.  I LOVE the fit and style of the this jacket.  Using the same pattern, I managed to make a few other projects including this really comfy Striped hooded jacket.  I used a simple double knit from my local fabric store.  

Here's how it turned out!

Shirring Project Completed!

You might remember, I had a WIP that I was experimenting with shirring.

#DIY Striped Hooded dress

So I have been on a stripe kick lately; I am enjoying the fabrics with stripes of all kinds.  I found this Ponte Roma double knit material at my local fabric store.

Winter Coat

I am official ready for Winter!  I have made my winter coat.  It was a labour of love.

Shirring and everything nice- #WIP

So every now and again, I get start a project that I try a new, for me,technique.  This time it's shirring.  I have never  used elastic thread and so it was so much fun to try.

Corduroy Jacket and other goodies

  

I have been very busy sewing away, finding fun Fall clothing to make up my wardrobe.  I have a few items that I would like to share with you and a pattern review.

DIY Mini Dress and Radio Silence

I've been MIA for awhile; it does not mean that I've not been sewing.  Unfortunately, for the past few weeks, I did not have access to the internet so that I could actually post.  It's amazing how liberated yet lost you can feel when you are without WIFI.

DIY Burda 6847 Fall Jacket

Fall is definitely in the air here.  The leaves are turning the beautiful colours of autumn and the once precious flowers are withering away.

#NFLD trip part 2

The hubby has been doing this photography project for the past week or so, and I came across a few more pictures of our trip to  Newfoundland.  The views were absolutely gorgeous.  I would go back in a heartbeat.

DIY Classic Black and White Mini Dress

It feels like summer has come and gone in the blink of any eye.  I am suddenly finding myself sew for Fall and Winter :(

DIY Polka Dot Shirt Dress

If you remember, I had purchased a few yards of fabric from Grey's Fabric.  Well, this little number is from one of the fabrics.

#Newfoundland Excursion

Morning, morning, morning.  I have been pretty quiet on here as of late.  This summer has been quite busy for me.  I will post some pictures of our family vacation to Newfoundland, Canada over the next few posts.

DIY McCalls#6988

If you remember, I recently purchased several yards of fabric.  I have started working away at this latest fabric haul.

#DIY Red Peplum Top

I have fallen for the #Vogue8815 pattern.  This time I made this red peplum sleeveless top.

#Fabric Haul and Other Updates

I can't believe how quickly the summer is disappearing.  It has been a very busy summer for me.  I have traveled the West coast and the East coast.

#Oonapalooza contest WINNER!

Back in July the lovely ladies of #Sewcialists ran a contest in celebration of #Oonaballoona, an amazing seamstress and blogger.

DIY 6 Month Recap

I can't believe that I am half way through my RTW fast for 2014.  I am happy to report that I have not purchased any ready to wear items thus far.

DIY Maxi Dress: Simplicity #3803 Revisited

When it comes to sewing, sometimes I get obsessive about a pattern.

Simplicity #3803 pattern review-- #Oonapalooza

I have returned from my trip to Las Vegas...it is SOOOOOOOO hot there.  I am not used to temperatures in the 40's.  Nonetheless, I had a swell time with my hubby (sans mini me).  I saw some amazing shows,ate at wonderful restaurants and caught up on some much needed rest and relaxation.

Summer Top X 2

So every now and again, I find a pattern that just "speaks" to me.  A pattern that I love everything about it, has very little alterations and it looks great on.  This past week, I found this pattern, McCalls 6928. Here is my review of the pattern:

My Sewing Romp

My Bombshell Swimsuit

I am happy to report that I have successfully ventured into the world of sewing my own bathing suit.

My adventure into the Swimsuit world!

So I am taking that major plunge, at least for me, into creating a swimsuit for myself.

Beige and Grey Mini Dress

Just a really quick post.  

Return of Vogue1314

I made Vogue1314 once before here, and decided to try my hand with a few new adjustments to the overall pattern.

Wide Leg Pants

I couldn't resist making these pants.

Pleated Skirt #2

Animal Print Jumpsuit

The Pleated Skirt

Gathered Skirt

It's been awhile!

The Reveal

Okay, so with a little extra effort, I managed to finish the Newspaper Dress that I was working on here.  This dress is absolutely AWESOME!  I have so much to say about this dress, where do I begin?

Newspaper Dress Sneak Peek!

I couldn't wait to share with you my newspaper print dress, but

Orange and Yellow Colour Block Tunic Dress

Silver Blouse and Pattern Review

New Projects

Easter is a great time to get together with family and friends.  I hosted my family for Easter dinner this year.  It's amazing how much work goes into feeding 10 people.  What is strange for me is that I am more stressed about setting the menu then actually preparing the meal.  Once the menu is set, I can easily execute.  I LOVE to cook and I LOVE to entertain.  Needless to say, this weekend went beautifully.  With all the hustle and bustle of the long weekend, I still managed to make a few pieces.

Item #1- Casual Zip UP

I love this casual Zip up jacket.  I used McCall's 6614.  This pattern is very easy to make and it provides you with a variety of options that are great!  I wanted a light jacket that I could throw on when I was running out the door.  The pattern also gives you options for sweatshirt styles with and without a hood.

Item #2- Cotton Printed Dress  

This dress I made before combining two patterns and making some minor adjustments to the pattern.  This dress is fun and playful.  I am really enjoying the printed on the dress.  I discovered that it is important to lay out your pattern pieces the right way when you working with printed patterns, especially when there are words on it.

Retro with a fresh print

Pretty Little Dress- UPDATE

Bright and Yellow

I said I would create these pants in every colour of the rainbow, didn't I! :)  This time, I used a stretch yellow cotton.

My Muse!

I finally got up enough courage to make something for someone else.  My mother has always supported my sewing and so I thought what better person to sew for than her.  I figure she will wear it even if she doesn't like it!