SumThings: :: no DE in my tox ::

:: Mental detox isn't going according to plan...just one little post before i leave. I am headed out for NYC this weekend, and of course, had to sew up a few City Outfits. I have a running internal debate about the clothes I wear. I found myself mentally negotiating about the length of my dress as i decided on a hem length. When i stopped to wonder who exactly I was trying to compromise with, i realized that it was not a person, but rather a place. I live in a fairly conservative, very small town, so my internal dialog was working through the acceptable, modest, yet still fashionable hem line. I would much prefer my summer skirt length to be between 3-4 inches about the knee. However, in order to wear these new duds to work, they have to fall AT the knee. So, i compromised (with some mystical force) and decided to go In Between ::

:: I sewed my first collar and REAL sleeves this weekend. Again, with much help from mom....thanks mom, you're the best! I love love love the way it turned out. I especially love the fabric print. I got it in two more colorways, too. yummy! Don'tcha just love the sweet hangers I got from The Small Object?::

:: I altered the pattern for this top a bit. I made shorter sleeves with some gathers around the band. I didn't want buttons on the front, either. I really like how the fabric color and pattern looks so different from afar...almost like little flowers. It is super comfy and will be a staple in the spring/summer rotation::

:: UPDATE:: after seeing this pic, i totally ripped out the hem on this shirt and re-stitched with matching thread...looks way better :) ::

:: I initially bought the pattern for the top in order to turn it into a dress. I have been completely inspired by Jenny at Wiksten lately and cannot wait to see her new stuff! She is an amazing designer and I am saving my pennies, hoping to buy one of her designs. But, until then, I ventured out on my own with her inspirational spirit to guide me! ::

:: After the success of top #1, i dove into the dress project. Same pattern, even cuter material, longer length. I just finished it today. I must say, that the second time around with this pattern was even easier. I really like the way these are turning out. I can see them in so many fabrics...wool for winter...linen for summer. This is definitely a GoTo dress/top for me now ::

:: So, I am off to pack for the Big City. We are taking in a few plays/musicals and spending A Lot of time (and money) in my FAVE place..SoHo! Camper, Purl Soho, A.P.C., Opening Ceremony, Unis, Jonathan Adler. I have a list! Be back next week...hopefully with pics!::

Comments

I hope you have a great trip - I've very jealous. I would LOVE to be taking in some theatre!!!

Posted by: Kim | April 23, 2008 at 09:17 PM

love your new top and dress. They look amazing on you. I'm glad you went higher with your hem. You've got to show off those great legs of yours Steph no matter what town you live in! Love that you didn't do the buttons too. i HATE doing button holes! yuck. have fun in NYC have a bagel for me :) (i know - i try to stop thinking about food but i can't..)

Posted by: joy | April 24, 2008 at 02:18 PM