Audrey · bows and buckles · Buds · buttons · Liberty red Carline · Liberty trees of blue · One Pattern · One Week · OWOP · powder blue · Sewing · Vogue 1739

Oh wow! That was OWOP

There were ups – the beautiful blue skies, the warmth, the Spring flowers, the optimism that I would succeed.  There were downs – would I ever take a decent photo of the dresses without a handy helper?  What is going on with my hair and why am I pulling that ridiculous face?  There was also… Continue reading Oh wow! That was OWOP

One Pattern · One Week · OWOP · powder blue · Sewing · Vogue 1739

From twin bed to twin needle

Good morning, and it’s another clear-blue-skyed belter of a Spring morn here.  In honour of which I present the powder blue Vogue 1739. This was my first version which is why I might now describe this dress as a wearable muslin.  There is a fair amount of material flapping about at the neckline which is… Continue reading From twin bed to twin needle