Another Ellie & Mac make, this time the High Hopes Dolman Top. I used Diana's hack to make slim sleeves and it worked out perfectly. I made shorter sleeves because I didn't have enough fabric, but I love the contrasting bands.
Category: Sewing
Ashton Top
It's been awhile since I felt in the mood for sewing. This week, I sewed up an Ashton Top from Helen's Closet. I used the sleeve expansion pack, specifically the tulip sleeve. I sewed one on backwards and had to pick it all out, but it's worth it. The woven fabric is from my fav:… Continue reading Ashton Top
More crafts
A couple more crafts, for my Seussical cast mates. One is a Hot Wheels bag, for Lulu, who loves Hot Wheels. And a dino cross stitch card; she also loves dinosaurs. And another little zipper pouch for Amanda, who is playing the Cat in the Hat. I got the printed fabric in a little mystery… Continue reading More crafts
Christmas Sweater
Here is my hubby's Christmas present! Well, the one I was most worried about, anyway. I made him the Pullover Shawl-Collar Sweater from Ellie and Mac. I was pretty close on the sizing, but ended up taking the bottom band off and bringing in the sides. That's the beauty of sewing, you can adjust things… Continue reading Christmas Sweater
Carolling dress
I posted before about my Be Dreamy dresses. Well I got to test one out for my carolling gigs this year. It was SO comfy! It might help if it was a teeny bit shorter, but otherwise, it's great. And speaking of carolling, here are some shots from the golf course. A very snowy scene… Continue reading Carolling dress