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Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Ciao Bella - More Sewing Inspiration

Reboot

I have started sewing again and have been really working on making sure my items look professional and well made.  In an effort to challenge myself i have drafted my own skirt block. and since drafting this block i have made now 5 skirts.  2 pencils, 1 straight & an A-line skirt.  What is so awesome is that the skirts only require 1 yard of fabric so I can afford the more expensive fabric.I used the following Instructions to create my block You-tube Video in addition to the video she has printed materials as well located HERE.  I did all of my measurements using centimeters and referenced the following template located HERE.  I must say it has truly been fun sewing skirts out of my own drafted pattern.  In addition it takes less than 45 min. to knock out one with a zip and buttoned waistband - gotta love it!.  I will eventually post photos of my work but for now here is some inspiration:


Feeling BRIGHT



Bardot low back top, $52 / Versace high waisted mini skirt / Dorothy Perkins wedge high heels / Beige bag, $235 / Dorothy Perkins mesh jewelry, $16 / Burberry square sunglasses