Poetry - Roses And Thorns

Roses and Thorns



By the soft green light in the woody glade,

On the banks of moss where thy childhood played;

By the household tree, thro' which thine eye

First looked in love to the summer sky.

~ Mrs. Hemans

Simplicity 2556 - Seafoam Blue Halter Vest

Simplicity Project Runway #2556



Pattern Description: Misses' vests with front variations…separate patterns included for cup size b, c, d. Inspired by Project Runway.



Pattern Sizing: I cut a size 10.



Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, with the minor change I made!

Were the instructions easy to follow? So easy!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love this pattern - super cute and so stylish! It will be perfect for my trip to London to add some color to my bland wardrobe! :-)

Fabric Used: I am not sure what kind of fabric it is. I do know that it is a fashion fabric from Hancock Fabrics. :)

Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: I didn't add the buttons, instead I used clasps.

Would you sew it again? Yes.

Would you recommend it to others? Sure!

Conclusion: Stylish vest and so fun to wear! Though I do have to say, that I was a little confused on how to put on a halter vest. ;-)

What I'm Wearing:

White 1/2 sleeve blouse - Old Navy

White Tank - St. John's Bay at JCPenny

Seafoam Blue Halter Vest - Made by me

Brown Plaid Skirt - East 5th at JCPenny

Orange Wrap/Scarf - MERONA from Target

Black Wedges - Xhilaration from Target

Simplicity Fall 2009 Pattern Collection

Simplicity's Fall collection had come out and I'm so excited! As they have come out with some lovely patterns. Wait until you see the costume pattern! :-)

Wardrobe

This cute pattern features a great turtleneck pattern, skirt (you can lengthen it), jacket, vest, and slacks. I am also loving the color palette they chose.

OK, let me say that I LOVE the shade of blue they used for the vest and pants. For this pattern I only really like the jumper.

Tops

Nice basic blouse pattern with variations. I will definitely be picking this one up!

Skirts


A basic skirt pattern with some fun variations.

Jackets & Coats


I just LOVE this coat pattern by Project Runway! My favorite is the middle one in the top row, the green & blue plaid one. It is so cute!

This pattern is for the fashionable girl who likes the current fads. While I am a traditional/classic girl, I do like the blue and hot pink jacket.

Costumes

Sherlock Holmes Coat & Hat pattern. I am totally going to pick this one up, as I'm a HUGE Sherlock Holmes fan!

What ones do you like? Or don't like? You can see the rest of the collection by clicking on the picture below.

Masterpiece Classic Theater

The news is in! The new Emma and Cranford 2 is to be shown on Masterpiece Classic this winter! Hurray!!!! I can't wait!!!

See the news yourself here.

M5525 - Black Plaid Wool Coat

McCall's #5525 View D

Pattern Description: MISSES’ AND WOMEN’S LINED JACKETS, COATS AND BELT: Semi-fitted, lined, double-breasted jacket and coat have collar, lengths and sleeve variations, shoulder pads, princess seams and side front pockets; coats B, D and E have back vent; jackets A, C, coats B, D, E have belt carriers; jacket C, coat E have epaulets with button closure; coat E has pocket flaps with button trim; jacket C, coat E have collar tab; jacket C has front yoke; jacket C, coat E have back buttoned yoke; coats B, E, jacket C have sleeves with button bands; jackets A, C, coats B, D, E have topstitch trim, button closure; jackets A, C and coats D, E have self-tie belt.

Pattern Sizing: I cut a size 10

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes!

Were the instructions easy to follow? Super Easy!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love this pattern - super cute and so stylish! It will be perfect for my trip to London - if isn't too warm! :-)

Fabric Used: Vintage lightweight Wool from Hudson's for the outer fabric. I'm thinking the fabric is from the 1970s. I just used a bunch of special occasion fabric scraps for the lining. Makes for a very colorful inside! :-)

Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: I didn't add the buttons! I think it looks fine with out them.

Would you sew it again? Yes.

Would you recommend it to others? Sure!

Conclusion: Stylish Jacket and so fun to wear!

Cost of Project: Free! The wool was given to me and everything else was in my stash.

Week in Feminine Dress - Day 7

Sadly today is the last of WIFD. :-( My outfit for today is modern with a hint of elegance charm. This is my first time wearing these pieces together; I think they work great together! What do you think? I love looking through my clothes to find new combination of outfits.

What I'm Wearing:

Blue Jeans - St. John's Bay from JCPenny
Cream Ruffle Fashion Shirt - CHAPS from Kohls
White Tank - St. John's Bay from JCPenny
Black Wedges - Xhilaration from Target
Peal Necklace - Birthday Present

Week In Feminine Dress - Day 5

An American in London is today's theme! Why might you ask? *giggles* Well, I'm wearing a sailor shirt with a Union Jack Necklace. Want to see pictures? Of course you do!

What I'm Wearing:

White Linen Sailor Shirt - Made by me using a 1950s pattern. So you know, I didn't use a sewing machine, instead I sewed the shirt by hand.

Jean Skirt - Made by me.

Union Jack Necklace - Same as yesterday.

~Ashley