It’s time for me to get back to this blog. I feel like I’ve been on summer vacation from blogging. Well, I’m now back, and sewing in full swing. I got to have sewing classes this summer at my house, so that has kept me pretty busy. Summer classes are over, and the fall classes don’t start until October, so I have a little breather.
I had my last show in July, which went very well, and I can’t seem to stop sewing. The problem I have is that every time I make something new, I tend to want to keep it for myself. Am I the only one who feels like this?
My latest projects seem to really focus around repurposing items. In particular, I have been making skirt bags. I hate when I shop thrift stores and find the cutest skirt in the greatest pattern, only to find that it is nowhere near my size. Now I can turn those cute skirts into bags – and no matter what size I am, a bag ALWAYS fits. I also like to leave in original details like zippers or pockets. I’ve also found I can have a little fun with them, like with this Abercrombe and Fitch pink boucle skirt. The lining is pink, with a lace trim at the bottom. Instead of sewing the bottom closed, I only sewed the lining closed. If you swish the purse just right, the skirt flips up, and reveals the pink lining with the lace trim. I thought it was very whimsical. Some of them will be listed for sale in my Etsy shop . If you purchase anything in my shop, let me know you came from my blog, and I’ll throw in a special gift. You can also see some of my latest creations posted on my facebook page, and hear about any upcoming shows I’ll be at.
Abercrombie & Fitch skirt purse
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- Abercrombie & Fitch skirt purse
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- Mod floral silk skirt purse
The mod floral pattern one (in silk) is one of my favorites. I think I’ll be keeping that one. I was also thinking of posting my first tutorial about how to make these. Is that something that you all think you would be interested in seeing? If I get enough positive responses, then I’ll take the plunge.
I’m also going to try and post on a more regular basis, about once a month or so. For all my fans and supporters, thanks for hanging in there with me on my blog.
