Here's my wrap up for the second week of May. So far, so good: Wednesday, May 8 My best pictures are the ones with my dog in them! Pattern: Fitted Tee from an Alabama Chanin kit Sleeve/Length: Cap sleeve Technique: Reverse Appliqué with a few appliquéd circles from the scraps Top Layer Fabric: Black Bottom … Continue reading Me Made May 2019 Week Two
Here's my weekly wrap up of everything I wore for the first week of MeMadeMay 2019. I've included details on each piece. Wednesday, May 1: Pattern: Fitted Skirt from an Alabama Chanin DIY kit Technique: Reverse Applique Top Layer Fabric: Peacock Bottom Layer Fabric: Peacock Stencil: Magdalena Paint Color: Dark Silver Gray Knots: Wrong side … Continue reading Me Made May Week One
As I get ready to participate in another #MeMadeMay2019, this is a great time to look back and reflect on the garments I've made in the past year, many of which I've posted about. If you don't know about MeMadeMay, check out the founder's blog or go back and read my first MeMadeMay post. I … Continue reading MeMadeMay 2019
The other day I was listening to a podcast from an amazing maker with a studio in my building, LiveFreeCreativeCo, and Miranda mentioned a theme that resonated with me, growth often means being uncomfortable. I have been wanting to try pleated ruffles on an Alabama Chanin inspired garment for a while now but was daunted … Continue reading Pleated Ruffles
I am a big fan of creating garments from scratch (and so is my bank account), but the one thing that Alabama Chanin does much better than me is stencil placement. I’ve created several garments from TSOM’s DIY kits and I have to say that every time the stencil placement is perfect. They must have … Continue reading The Art of Stencil Placement
I've been wanting to make the Market Bag (from page 107 of Alabama Studio Style) ever since I ordered this book back in 2010 based on a book review in the Wall Street Journal. It just seemed like the perfect use for all those T shirts we acquire over time. Caution - political rant coming … Continue reading March Market Bag Madness
If you've read my blog or followed me on Instagram, you know that I am on a quest to make myself an all organic cotton hand sewn wardrobe. Thanks to Alabama Chanin, I'm getting closer everyday. But, most of the tops I've made have been sleeveless and the cold weather this year finally made me … Continue reading My First Ezra Blazer
My fascination with Black and Navy continues. After making my latest dress and bolero I decided it would be nice to make a tote to match. A tote is a small commitment with a big impact. Several years back, my sister embellished the totes we received at our weekend workshop at the Alabama Chanin Factory … Continue reading A June’s Spring Tote
For as much as a mother of teenagers complains about social media, the interwebs really do have great things to offer. I could spend hours scanning Pinterest and stalking my friends on Facebook. BTW - if you haven't checked out my Everyday Artisan Pinterest page you really should. I have organized hundreds of Alabama Chanin … Continue reading My attempt to recreate an Alabama Chanin Dress I saw online.
I can't tell you how inspiring it is to see a master at work. I was so fortunate to be a part of RVA Makerfest this past weekend and I got to meet so many people who are masters of their craft. I was also inspired by how many people were there to learn. Speaking … Continue reading Natalie’s Stitching Classes
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