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Friday, November 11, 2011

Reversible Faux Fur Vest

I don't normally like to work from a commercial pattern but I made an exception in this case because the pattern was already cut out and my client had already had a similar vest made in the past so it was already going to fit! Voila!

Party Dress Inspirations ~ Leisl's Dress from the Sound of Music

A designer should always work 6 months or more in advance of the season they are in and I have yet to master the art of thinking that far ahead. That being said I have come up with a couple of designs for party dresses for the quickly approaching holiday season and one of my inspirations is Leisl's dress from the Sound of Music.

Unfortunately this was the best photo I could find but for those of you who have seen this movie you know what it looks like.
What I'm going to borrow from this dress is the bodice that stops at the natural waist and the full skirt. The sleeves are clearly way out of date so those will go but some ribbon straps will do.
I think it is the gathered chiffon on the bodice with the ribbon creating the cinching that makes this dress so feminine and endearing.

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Jersey Knit Tops With Large Front Pleat

So I have a regular following of clients who request that I remake garments that they love. Three of my best girls recently brought in a couple of tops they loved that they each wanted to have and I made them up for them In the Shop.
I love these ladies and I love making their fashions for them. Some days I feel so blessed that I have such good people supporting my business. Thanks Nicole, Louise and Madeline!
Maybe you have a favourite shirt or something else that you would like to have remade??

Sunday, October 30, 2011

My First Figure Skating Dress

I've often thought about trying my hand at figure skating dresses and was finally presented with the opportunity to make one this fall! Tiffany and her mom Laurie came in to the shop to ask if I could make Tiffany a custom sized figure skating outfit. Because Tiffany is tall it's difficult for her to buy dresses that fit her through her torso. Finding the fabric to make the top was a bit of a challenge for the ladies but after some searching they found something Tiffany really liked. I was so thrilled that they loved the dress. Here's the finished result.

Friday, October 28, 2011

Professional Portraits by Micheal Grills Photography

As a small business owner and designer I keep running into situations that require me to submit a photo of myself and of course everybody wants to represent themselves looking their best sooooo I decided to get some professional portraits taken by photographer Micheal Grills. I'm thrilled with these photos! Thanks Michael:)

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Sunday, October 23, 2011

Fall Line 2011

So I've been working on a fall line and I am really behind I know! Here's a peek of the mess I made on Saturday In the Shop.

The Story Board

This fall I'm into mixing textures in fabrics. The designs are classic with a twist of modernity. I really like tie-neck blouses and cape coats. I'm using a mix of fabrics including faux leather (from the remnant bin) and soft jerseys (also from the remnant bin). The colours are fallish with lots of grey and brown and some red.

Pattern Drafting

Fabric Cutting

It's a little obvious what my colour choices are!

And here is a sneak peek at some completed designs.

Brown faux leather and fabric (unknown) skirt with hand covered buttons.

Circle wraps - this very flattering and very comfortable wrap sweater is a something every woman should have in her wardrobe. It looks fabulous dressed up or down. The fabrics are knits mixed from acrylic to wool and wool/cotton or wool/acrylic blends.