I made this dress in celebration of Trends and Tolstoy’s 10 year anniversary! It’s a 50s dress pattern that I’ve used a few times before (here, here, and here) and the fabric is from Sewfisticated in Somerville. It’s amazing how one pattern can look so radically different depending on the fabric used. I love the…Read More
Handmade
Creating Cozy
I put the finishing touches on this dress in time for my trip to Portland and it’s one of my favorite creations so far! I think the faux fur is an unusual fabric choice for a dress, but you know how much I love unique textures. On top of being visually interesting, it’s incredibly warm…Read More
Lilac Looker
I made this dress for my trip to the Finger Lakes in July but I didn’t get around to photographing it until much later! These retro cotton dresses and matching masks have been mainstays for me during the humid summer. As we transition into fall I’ll wear them with leather jackets and trench coats. Dress:…Read More
Tulle Transformed
I made this skirt a few weeks ago and have been twirling through Boston in it ever since! I like that it’s reminiscent of a nineteenth century bustle but can be made contemporary with this leather wrap top. Top: SheIn, Skirt: Handmade by me, Shoes: SheIn, Necklace: Forever21
Rhapsody in Blue
I finished another outfit! This piece is from a vintage early ’60s pattern and it’s one of the more advanced looks I’ve made so far. I’m delighted with the way it turned out. This is the kind of dress I always want to buy and can never quite find. That’s one of the perks of…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) Coming soon, another handmade outfit! 2) A perfect Friday night. 3) The world’s best snuggle buddy. 4) Sewing, sewing, sewing. 5) Coco is an art critic also. 6) Sunday plans.