SCARBERIAN FASHION LOVER

 It''s been awhile since I've sewn a garment for myself. I started this corset project last year and never got to finish it. Now that it's getting warm, I've decided to just go for it and get it done, and I'm so happy I did:) I love this piece! Pattern: The Alabama Chanin Corset ; Stencil: Anna's Garden (also from Alabama Chanin) Blue cotton jersey and thread were from Alabama Chanin, black cotton jersey from Fabricland You can wear it casually.... ...or in a more dressed up style! "In progress" pics (As with all my Alabama Chanin pieces, I hand-sewed everything, and airbrushed the stencil myself using Createx paint in Pearl Blue. I used the reverse-appliqué technique.) With my 3 kids...the youngest had her recital:) Here's a video of my daughter singing....

 Fall is really here. The weather has turned cold, and it's now getting dark earlier than usual...sigh. Anyhoo, the good thing is that it's sweater weather. Alabama Chanin Flora waffle sweatshirt,  UNIQLO pants, Vans sneakers Happy Thanksgiving to my Canadian peeps:) We had our celebration yesterday at my mom's place.

 Soooo....I did end up getting Covid. I guess it was only a matter of time since everyone else got it. Thank you to everyone who reached out to ask how we were all doing:) XOXO Anyhoo, in a way, the timing was perfect, coz we all were out of isolation, and negative again this weekend when my daughter's Confirmation happened. (I must admit, though, that my energy level is still not what it used to be:( ) As a Catholic, this is a pretty big deal for us. My daughter prepared for it for about half a year...mostly virtual. The actual ceremony happened in person, and thought I'd just share some pics here:) I sewed these outfits awhile back...both for me but my daughter can wear my clothes now! (Tilly and the Buttons pattern for her jumpsuit, and the Alabama Chanin Panel Tank dress pattern for my dress) with her godmother:) with the Bishop who officiated the ceremony Family picture time!:D How was your weekend?

 If you've been reading my blog for the past few months, then you know my love for Alabama Chanin. Here's the newest addition to my wardrobe. :) Alabama Chanin Flora Waffle Sweatshirt, worn with North Face jacket, UNIQLO pants, and Vans sneakers The organic waffle knit fabric is naturally dyed using Sappanwood sawdust, and the foliage design is hand-painted! What I love about Alabama Chanin is that many of their pieces are one-of-a-kind. PS It was my eldest's birthday when these pics were taken:) How was your weekend? Any new purchases lately?

 I just finished another garment...yay! Of course, it's another Alabama Chanin pattern, using their Supima cotton fabric in this colour I've been obsessing with lately, Peacock. It's the same colour I used as an underlayer in this dress:) Alabama Chanin Ezra coat using their Supima cotton knit fabric (completely hand-sewn) In progress:) Is there a colour you've been loving lately?

 When Pattern Review announced that it was having its 20th Anniversary Contest, I knew I had to make something to show my appreciation for this sewing site. With my obsession for Alabama Chanin, I knew I had to make something that would be represent my love for both, and thus, I knew I had to sew this dress. What can I say? It's a great twirling dress, and makes me want to dance....hehe...Let's do this! I used the Alabama Chanin Panel Tank pattern, and hand-sewed everything....reverse-appliqués, the seams, and binding. The pattern I airbrushed on the first layer is also by Alabama Chanin called New Leaves. Alabama Chanin Panel Tank ( dress version) Behind the scenes:)

 My youngest had been using a 15-year-old blanket (hand-me-down from her siblings), and she refused to part with it! I told her I'd make her one, and that's the only way she conceded....what a sentimental girl., this one. Anyhoo...I made her a quilt! It's the first one I've ever sewn, but I've been meaning to make one for the longest time. It's actually good that I finally had an excuse to sew it:) Front of the quilt (size is 58" x 71") Back of the quilt I just used a bunch of old fabric scarps I've had from old projects, but I did buy the batting (what you insert between the top and back layer) from our local Michael's.  I really enjoyed making this, and it was fairly quick to sew coz it's just a simple patchwork design. I also used the sewing machine for everything...even finishing the binding. Behind the scenes: Basting the layers together (which I thought was probably the hardest part...LOLZ) I had to do most of the sewing on our dining...