I recently catalogued all of my commercial patterns in a spreadsheet and discovered that I’d only actually sewn two out of the 48 patterns I’ve bought.
This dress makes number three.
Continue readingSimplicity 9664: Drop-Waist Pullover Dress
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Sign of the Times
(Crossposted to Instagram)
White Peonies
I moved and divided these peonies a few years back, and I remember worrying that I’d broken them into too small of sections.
Seems I had nothing to worry about — they’re thriving in their new home, and the ones that are in full sun are full of blooms every June.
Double-Brushed Poly-Spandex Knit Tunic
Finished sewing this super-comfy knit top this morning! It’s a copy of my favorite knit tunic, modified with a lining to make it reversible. Double-brushed poly spandex knit = so soft.
I made construction notes for myself in my longhand sewing journal, but I do want to mention here that this is the first garment I’ve made for myself that turned out exactly how I had planned. It fits me perfectly, I didn’t have any major technical malfunctions to mask, and it’s totally something I feel comfortable wearing in public.
I’m sure I’ll make some minor modifications to the pattern and construction over time, but I can see myself making a slew of these in all patterns and colors.
Roses and Peonies
Just as the last blooms of Iris ‘Peggy Sue’ faded, the white peonies began to bloom. Right when they reached their peak, the David Austin ‘Heritage’ English Rose started her first bloom flush.
This is going to be a good year for the garden. I can feel it.