Shirring Project Completed!

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

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.

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?

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.

Spring has Sprung- An Update!

So I couldn't wait any longer!  I had to wear my Black and Yellow Spring Mini Dress.

Spring Has Sprung!

I decided that I will start to sew using some spring colours in the hopes that this will bring Spring here faster.  I have put together the bodice of Butterick 5556 and the skirt of  Vogue 8328.  I created a similar Mini Dress, here. Changing the collar style.

Mini Dress

I have gotten my sewing mojo back!  After a nice weekend of sewing, I have found my groove.