A little bit over a year ago I had this idea to make a whole bunch of black skirts and embellish them in different ways. Black is so universal and …
When I give a gift, I try hard to buy (or make!) something that the recipient will really, truly enjoy. And that can be hard if the person you are …
I will freely admit that I had just one inspiration for this skirt, the amazingly imitable Melody Mae! Well, her real name is Andii but you’ll find her online as …
I love pleats! They remind me so much of my Grandma. All her ‘smart’ skirts were pleated. What I don’t like is pleat math. I am absolutely crap at math …
Me Made May is the highlight of the sewing year! I find it so energizing to really think about what I have made and how I wear it, I helps …
I have had this skirt for about six years and I’m ashamed to say that I have only worn it once! I bought it from eBay back when I was …
This year I decided to up my MMM pledge to two me made items per day. I include my me made accessories in that too because I don’t think to …
You know when you're going to an event and you've planned an outfit but at the last minute you decide you need something new and different? If you sew, that …
It probably hasn't escaped your notice but I'm a little obsessed with half circle skirts! Twirly but not bulky, vintage but practical, comfortable but smart. I'm in love, especially with …
I am officially in love with half circle skirts! They are quick to make, they look amazing and I can tuck my top in without look crazy ginormous! Less bulky …
I bought this lovely velvety, cord, floral, vintage skirt in a local op shop. It was love a first sight but the skirt is five, maybe six sizes too small …
In my MMM pledge, I committed to finishing a project per week. Believe it or not I don't blog everything I sew! Some things are too boring (taking up Mr …
