And now adding ribbon as an accent is my new favourite embellishment.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Buttons (again) and Snowmen
And now adding ribbon as an accent is my new favourite embellishment.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Colder Weather = Knitting Season!
I have completed a couple of knitting projects this season, and have another on the go. Here is my most recent completion; a commissioned project from The Husband. I call it "THE MAN SCARF". Also the first time I have ever changed yarns mid-project (did I mention I am an amateur?).
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Little Pumpkin Patch
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Project Unveiled
My instructions included "birdcage style veil", ivory french veiling, and a couple of photos of veils she'd seen and liked. In the end, this is what we came up with:
The decorative comb was purchased by the bride, and the veil was to somehow incorporate it. It was gorgeous and really pulled everything together well! If we had more time, I would have loved to try my hand at decorating a comb too - they are obscenely expensive (don't tell the bride I said that - wink, wink).
With the veil off-centered, it gave her a classic, yet flirty look. She pulled it off with style and grace.The birdcage veil looked stunning on her and really suited her dress.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Buttons and Butterflies
I got a bit ambitious this time and made a whole bunch at once, so the cards were made in a few stages. Button flowers first, then matching cardstock and patterned paper, and finally adding butterfly and message accents. Most of these will be used as "thank you" cards.
The butterfly punch is from the Martha Stewart line and I absolutely love it! Again, obsessed. The "Thank You" and "so grateful" message stamps are also from Stampin' Up sets. Here are a few of my favourite cards - either because I love the overall look, or I love the buttons! I think I am well stocked in cards for a while.
Friday, September 05, 2008
In Reverse
The plan was to make this dress for the first time by following the pattern, and then if I was satisfied with the fit/results, to modify it by making it reversible the next time. I am satisfied, but have not made it again. I will likely make it for next summer -- or possibly a winter jumper. Right now there are too many other projects in line ahead of it.
Once you have a new dress, new shoes are a MUST! So using this free pattern from Stardust Shoes, I used pink felt, the polka dot cotton, and fleece for the inner sole - et voila. I do not recommend using felt for the sole - very quick to pill and look messy.
After a few modelling lessons on how to keep your face serious during photo shoots (ha ha ha), here is the ensemble on my fave model.
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Wandering Waif Collection Giveaway on Grosgrain blog - check it out.
Just happened upon this site today for the first time and LOVE her work! Thought I'd pass it along.