Simplicity

Sometimes simple is just better. If you have really lovely fabrics, you can let them do all the 'talking' and pull back on the design complexity factor. Case in point: Here's a simple tiered skirt, inspired by one a friend of mine made, (Debbie of la*tee*da*kids) and in this case just plain pretty because the fabrics work well together. One of my all-time favorite lines is Heather Bailey's freshcut, she really nailed the color palette on that line and hence all things made with Freshcut look fabulous. All I did was add a little scalloped eyelet edging because I thought the fabric could pull off that little bit extra, shabby chic kind of thing. Now I need a matching top - anyone know a great source for cotton batiste?

Then a little black and yellow action with this aptly named Taxi fabric from Timeless treasures. I have always liked this color combo and considering this is my second project using this fabric, I guess I like it alot. The dress is TINI from Farbenmix which is a very easily constructed peasant dress. Great for spring.

Meanwhile, there are new Valentines custom listings in the Trillium shoppe. I am remiss in not mentioning these before now - my apologies.

Ringing in the New Year - a bit early

Ok I can't stand it anymore, it's been a week of no-sewing ~ I just had to do something. So I did another blog makeover. It'll be a new year soon, so we needed a new look ~ plus if I didn't do it while I had the free-time there was always the likelihood of the xmas background still being there in July ~ not good.

And while I haven't been sewing, I haven't exactly been idle. I re-established my life-long love-affair with knitting over the holidays, which just so happens to be a handy craft to engage in and be active with your family peeps at the same time. So after a week of that, I now have a new scarf and hat to add to my collection and I'm working on the next scarf.

Here's a little peek. The yarn is silk blend from Manos del Uruguay which is the most fabulous stuff on earth if you haven't tried it.


Ok now back to work...

Happy Holidays to one and all!!

I am pretty much putting the sewing machine on holiday for a few days. I plan to relax and enjoy the holiday season with my family over Christmas. I hope you can do the same. Merry Christmas to all those who celebrate it! Here's to a Happy New Year!