A Failed Challenge, Four Successful Garments. Back in March, I think, I decided that I wanted to take part in the Dress Like Your Grandma Challenge. Organised by Tanya of Mrs Hughes, not so much for sewing something vintage, but more as a tribute to my grandma. I wanted, however, to stay true to the shape of the dress bodice and for that reason I used Simplicity 1587. It always surprises me how different garments can look, when using different fabrics.

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Like with the last knit work dress. I wish the sleeves were narrower. I think they look pretty dorky as is, a.

Learning to sew in your 40s.

When I made my Ginger jeans earlier this year. I felt that I head reached a major milestone when it came to making my own clothes. First of all, huge thanks to everyone who commented and contributed tips to my last blog post on where to source eco fabric.

Elle Gee Makes from inspiration to creation. Whenever I think of outdoor concerts, I think Boho, that loose, free-spirited look the cool seventies girls made famous. Think Ali McGraw, Stevie Nicks. American actress Ali MacGraw, 8th March 1971.

Practicing what I love to do. I love a fresh start and new beginnings. just floating about in this gorgeous rayon floral. A tiered and gathered dress would . Things are all casual today on the blog. and all me made as well. Lillian top, Ginger jeans and my Simplicity .

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There are Bees galore, swaps, retreats, and blog hops. What else will there be? Maybe y.