Pattern Review: Blue Beignet Skirt [Colette Patterns]

Pattern: Beignet from Colette Patterns Fabric: Blue cotton twill from Metro Textile in NYC Size: 6 Top: Jasmine This skirt was a long time in the making.  Back in January I attempted to make a Beignet skirt from some luscious green wool I bought on a shopping trip to New…

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Me Made May 13 – Week 1

From left to right: Ginger skirt (yet to be blogged!), Missoni Renfrew dress Week one of MMM ’13 is over, that is, if you can call it a week.  I wore two me-made garments in the first four days, which I think is pretty good, considering my goal is to…

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Wearable Muslin: Tiramisu Dress [Cake Patterns]

Pattern: Tiramisu Dress by Cake Patterns Fabric: Jersey ITY from Gorgeous Fabrics Size: 30D Cardigan: Sweater Project Sunnies: Tommy Hilfiger This was the perfect dress for a walk on the beach this past weekend in Cape Cod.  Not too long, little short sleeves, and perfectly wearable under a cardigan.  I…

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Me Made May 13

After much debate, I’ve decided to take part in Me Made May 2013.  The only reason I hesitated was because I wasn’t sure how I would change the challenge from last year.  Here’s what I pledged for Me Made May 12: I, Lucinda of Sew Wrong, sign up as a…

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Pattern Pyramid Winner!

Congrats Rachel!  A big bundle of sewing patterns will be heading your way shortly!  Can’t wait to see the Alma blouse you make. Updated 5/8/13: Congrats Amy!  Since I didn’t hear back from the original winner, a nice bundle of vintage patterns is headed your way.  I wonder if you’re going…

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