OOTD

Good day, good people! Here is my OOTD! It was really from yesterday, but I waited to late to post it-lol. I LOVE this pants pattern. It is an OOP Burda, pattern #2989. These pants tie in the front and back creating a wrap effect. There are no side seams. I have made these pants in all material types. This particular pair is made from a blended knit print. I paired them with a knit tank, bejeweled flats and minimal jewelry. I think they work in almost every casual setting. Thanks for stopping by;-)

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It's the responsible thing to do:)

Fashionable Farewell to Summer White (at least in the Mid-West)

Hello and welcome to Your Little Miss Sew It All's (YLMSIA's) first blog! Since I'm new to this, I'll try to keep it short and sweet. As the title suggests, I wanted to share my latest creation that is soon to be retired. We Mid-westerners typically shelf our white clothes after Labor Day. So here it is, a two piece ensemble by Donna Karan. OOP Vogue pattern 2540. I made top B and skirt C. The top and skirt yoke are made from a poly/spandex knit. The remainder of the skirt is made from a textured georgette.
I cut out and made both pieces in an afternoon. The construction was very straight forward and is rated as EASY. I slightly disagree as I did think that some experience sewing with knits and sheer materials would be helpful. I was aided tremendously by my serger, which I used on the majority of the seams as well as for the rolled hem on the skirt.

Overall, I think this is easy-chic! The skirt yoke is SHORT (I'm talking right under the cheeks!) Boy shorts underneath gave me the coverage (and the confidence-lol!) that I needed.

I wore this to an outdoor concert by the river. It was perfect! Nice breeze (boy shorts!), good jazz (Naijee) and great company(had the hubby in tow).

So, into the closet she will go, behind some other favorite pieces, but not to worry, there are more summers coming and other opportunities to be fabulous! What about you? What smashing garment that you made, are currently making or are planning to make is going to shut your summer down? Thanks for viewing..."I said sew".

Kendra

On A Mission to Transition

Yes, it's true. I'm on a mission. A mission to transition from summer to fall. In my sewing room I have a wish box. Contained therein are patterns and possible fabric choices for new garments I'd like to make for myself. I'm very excited because I will have a three day weekend from work with the coming of Labor Day and I plan to make some wishes come true!

My particular objective is to make garments to extend the season of some pieces that I have already completed. I'm considering a cropped jacket in a faux suede, a three-quarter length wrap coat in a light boucle knit and a pair of biker-esque jean like pants. I plan to post pictures of the patterns and materials that make the final cut and then the finished garments. I have posted two of the dresses that I want to wear a little longer just to give you a little sneak peek! Now, I know that I'm not alone in this, am I? How do you make your transition? Thanks for viewing  "I said sew".

Kendra