Monday 29 August 2016

Summer Sewing

A couple of the summer sewing projects I've been working on.
A playsuit for Naomi, using New Look 6291 in Liberty Tana lawn


This second picture was Naomi's idea to show how easy it is to move in.


A tunic for me. This is Simplicity 8141 using a poly-elastane jersey fabric.


rear view to show back detail (note to self - should have worn a different bra).

 

I love how this came out and I'm planning to make a plain coloured one as well. Full reviews for both patterns on PatternReview.com here
And just for fun - and because I bought these polka dot bag handles from EvilBay thinking they were big enough for a proper tote bag and had to think of something else to do with them when I saw how tiny they were - I embroidered some flowers on the leg of a worn out pair of jeans and made a Useful Bag For Keeping Things In.





10 comments:

  1. Barb29 August 2016 at 10:59

    You are just so clever Christine, you look a treat in your new top. Naomi is so lucky she can balance on one leg at times I have a problem on two lol.
    I have to say though I really really like the embroidered Jeans bag ,that is a fab way of using old jeans. Well done you on your sewing .

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  2. Jo who can't think of a clever nickname29 August 2016 at 12:18

    Lovely playsuit on your beautiful model. Your tunic looks great too. I feel you need a strategic tattoo to enhance the cut-outs in it.

    Nice rescue of the smaller handles as well. Very cute bag.

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  3. Mary - Lecoeurceltique29 August 2016 at 23:45

    Great stitching on the playsuit and tunic and I can now put a face to your name. Your little jeans bag is a good idea. You are so creative.

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  4. Unknown30 August 2016 at 12:57

    Fabulous stitching, especially like the style of your top. Cute little bag too x

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  5. Bea30 August 2016 at 21:07

    Well done with the playsuit and tunic - lovely fabric in both. Love the little jean bag with the Winnie-the-Pooh type name.

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  6. Preeti30 August 2016 at 22:30

    You are very good at sewing !! Both the dresses are looking great and the jeans upcycled bag is lovely:)

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  7. Justine31 August 2016 at 00:46

    You are so creative! I love your tunic and the playsuit your gorgeous model is showing off.

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  8. Vonna Pfeiffer31 August 2016 at 05:25

    Both darling outfits :) and I love that tote!

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  9. Carol2 September 2016 at 09:28

    I think you can do just about any type of creative project you tackle, Christine! Love your tunic and Naomi's playsuit--they both look so comfy and wearable :) Pretty recycled jeans bag, too!! Love the polka dot handles!

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  10. Sally5 September 2016 at 07:54

    Fantastic makes Christine. You are so clever.

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