I found this tutorial and thought it would make a great teacher gift, so I got one made up. After making it, I realized I wanted something a bit more substantial. I added handles to it, so you could actually carry it. I added a simple tote and voila…teacher gifts! They do look better in […]
Author: Stacy
After a brief foray into the 90’s on Sunday, we are back into the 60’s this week. While I am not willing to put on tights, I find that my boots are still in full rotation. This day I managed to wear nothing that I made myself, either. Really!! It really is something of a […]
Hair | Outfits | Stuff I made | weight loss
Almost summer and that image in the mirror
By Stacy on May 26, 2012I have committed a fashion faux pas, apparently. White jeans before Memorial Day. Is that even a current faux pas? If people can wear pajama pants to the grocery store, you would think I could wear white jeans before Memorial Day. These jeans are another CAbi purchase. When I got them, they were pretty snug, […]
I have been wanting one of those comfy knit maxi dresses, but most of the styles in the store don’t do anything for me. I finally figured out a design that would be flattering AND comfy for me. I used two different jersey knit fabrics, a faux leather and lacework appliqué I bought at the […]
Last year, I got a bit punchy after trying on swimsuits at the local retailers, so went to the overpriced department store. I knew they would sock it to me, but I just wanted a swimsuit that would fit! Is that so much to ask? Apparently, the question is cheap, but the suit is not. I […]
I love this dress. It probably helps that I made this dress. It is comfy jersey with a bit of cool with the appliqué back that has some venting for those hot summer days…where I will be sitting on the deck…with my wine. That’s my plan. Dress: made by me Earrings: Silpada Necklace: Claire’s (many […]
Creativity | Sewing | Sewing for the girl
An inspired dress for her birthday
By Stacy on May 6, 2012Every little girl wants a floaty gossamer princess dress, right? Especially for her BIRTHDAY, right?? I try to make her a special dress every year for her birthday. I only missed the 1st birthday, but managed at least one special dress for the rest so far… This dress came about from Anya choosing a dress […]
This is a pretty involved dress, so here is the quick and dirty on how to construct it. This took me a good 8-10 hours to make and I am a pretty efficient sewer for the most part. Not trying to scare you off, but this is more of a labor of love than most […]
My current overnight bag has seen better days. Much better days. As in ripped out zipper, not really all that use-able, better days. I wanted something I could use as a carry-on for plane travel and just going overnight to my parent’s house. This should fit the bill pretty well. I checked the airline to […]
Anya’s part in the 1st Grade Performance is a speaking part as a scarecrow. When she came home with her assignment, she was not a happy camper. To put it lightly. You could say she was mad! I told her I would make her a “cute” scarecrow outfit. She was STILL mad. Then I told […]
