VFT Lavinia Blouse & Skirt

Wow! It's been a long time since I last posted on my own blog! While I've been busy writing and posting for all my contributor positions lately, I have neglected my own site. It's time to change that, don't you think?

I have sewn so many things lately--lots of pants, skirts, dresses, zipper pouches, and notebooks--so it's time I start sharing a few of these projects and (hopefully) some new tutorials with you soon. I appreciate your patience!

One of my favorite projects from the end of last year is this lovely blouse and skirt set using the Violette Field Threads Lavinia pattern. Ella wore this ensemble to her piano recital and played beautifully. As you can see, I had edited photos and intended to post them around Christmas time! Better late than never!

Signature Style Look for PR&P

I occasionally will participate in the sew along for Project Run & Play when I have a piece of clothing that fits the current theme of competition. This week, I timed things perfectly with my October Flip This Pattern introduction piece (the Hattie Coat), and the rest of Ella's new outfit--the Ayashe Blouse from Figgy and the Whitney Pants from Violette Field Threads. Throw in an amazing pair of black and white houndstooth shoes and a funky headband, and Ella has a terrific new signature style outfit for Fall!

My Flip This Pattern Look Revealed!

I'm a contestant in the Flip This Pattern competition over at Frances Suzanne today.  I've tried not to make a big deal out of it because I'm really, really nervous for some reason.

Click HERE to read about the Flip look I created using the Violette Field Threads' Josephine pattern and to see some fun photos of Ella acting all grown-up (which she just about is)!

Voting starts tomorrow!

Thanks, and have fun sewing!