Finished - Blue Striped Jacket

It's important to sew things you can get a lot of wear out of. So when you live somewhere that's almost never warm than means things with sleeves. I made this same pattern in yellow stripes to practice before trying it out in this fabric which I really liked. The thickness and the texture were perfect for a warm jacket.

I was a little bit conflicted at first on how it turned out. I was a bit taken aback because I thought it looked a bit much like a bathrobe. But with time and wear I've gotten over it and really liked the end result.

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Finished - Yellow Striped Jacket

I still have quite a few pieces I haven't gotten around to posting on the blog. The goal is to get them up before the New Year. So first on the list is this striped jacket. At the time I bought a fabric that I wanted to make a kimono wrap like jacket but I wanted to try the idea out first in something else. I had this yellow fabric laying around so I decided to try the jacket idea out first.

Considering it's cold outside longer than it's warm, the more jackets/long-sleeves the better. This jacket turned out better than I expected it to be. I decided very quickly after sewing this beaut up I would get right on sewing another up!

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Finished - Blue Fringe Top

I'm a big believer in the idea of having multiples when you find a piece of clothing you really like. When I made this orange top, I fell in love right away and barely took it off. Considering orange isn't exactly the most wearable colour it actually says a lot more about how much I really loved the top. When I bought this blue fabric I was more than excited to be able to make another version of the top in my favourite colour.

I'm still in love with the texture and asymmetry of this top but I did make a slight alteration from the previous version. In the new version I made less of a difference in the hems so that the proportions work a bit better. I love having another version of my asymmetric fringe top and it's great that I've been able to improve it a bit. 

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Finished - Mint Lace Long Sleeved Top

I've been a bad blogger but I'm working on becoming better. Part of turning over a new leaf includes posting a whole bunch of old makes which I haven't gotten around to posting. First on the list is this lace long sleeve shirt. I just wanted to sew something quick and easy to wear and layer.  

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Get The Style - Printed Wrap Dress

The way to my heart? Definitely a printed wrap dress. I will always love a good print and the flattering simplicity of a wrap.

1. SportMax Wrap Dress
2. DVF Print Mix Wrap Dress
3. Modcloth Wrap Dress
4. Wallis Wrap Dress
5. Topshop Wrap Dress
6. Tart Collections Wrap Dress
7. DVF Chiffon Bali Wrap Dress
8. DVF Long Sleeve Chiffon Wrap Dress
9. Four Hundred Percent Wrap Dress
10. Proenza Schouler Wrap Dress

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Finished - Chiffon Wrap Dress

It's almost as if I sew in themes, either colours or pieces. A while ago I was having a bit of a wrap moment. I was busy sewing wraps like it was going out of style. Wouldn't want to pick favourites... but this baby right here is definitely on the list. 

When I saw this fabric I knew I wanted a dress. I love the print and wanted something that really shows it off just like this dress. 

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Get The Style - Wrap Skirts With Ties

Wrap Skirts With Ties by wallarand featuring a blue mini skirt

Marni high waisted midi skirt, 8 985 SEK / Isabel Marant red leather skirt, 5 065 SEK / Marissa Webb real leather skirt, 6 040 SEK / Isabel Marant 80s skirt, 4 575 SEK / Jacquemus woolen skirt, 3 235 SEK / TIBI wraparound skirt, 1 135 SEK / Étoile Isabel Marant flower print skirt, 1 460 SEK / Miss Selfridge mid calf skirt, 525 SEK / Topshop skirt, 520 SEK / Topshop blue mini skirt, 78 SEK / Topshop skirt, 390 SEK / Floral skort, 140 SEK / Tartan skirt, 210 SEK

I don't know about you but I want every skirt here! Actually, just looking at these here, I think I've convinced myself I have to have one of those navy blue options.

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Finished - Beige & Orange Wrap Skirt

I'm a lover of a wrap, always have been. There is something nice and easy about just slipping on a piece and tying it closed. It also helps that wrap skirts (or dresses) that tie are incredibly easy to make. 

When I made the matching tank, I added the orange because I thought it would be an interesting addition to a pretty dull print. I liked it on the tank but I love it on the skirt. The whole skirt is simple, soft, and cute making it a great wear.

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Get The Style - Black & White Print Skirt

Black & White Print Skirt by wallarand featuring a white skirt

Dolce Gabbana high waist skirt, 5 995 SEK / Carolina Herrera skirt, 17 925 SEK / Yves Saint Laurent high waist skirt, 10 020 SEK / Sacai wrap skirt, 7 975 SEK / Oscar de la Renta skirt, 2 950 SEK / Kenzo a line skirt, 3 195 SEK / Topshop Unique high waist skirt, 2 715 SEK / La Perla swimsuit swimwear, 4 375 SEK / Trina Turk skirt, 2 215 SEK / Raoul pleated skirt, 1 690 SEK / White skirt, 1 840 SEK / Chicwish pleated skirt, 385 SEK / French Connection circle skirt, 500 SEK / J O A chiffon skirt, 255 SEK

Who wouldn't like a black and white print skirt? The chic colour scheme and interest from the print is super easy to wear and fun at the same time!

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What I Wore - B&W Print Mixing

The great thing about having so much black & white clothes is you can just toss a whole bunch of it on and it will go together. The easiest way to wear a print mixing outfit is by having the prints be the same colour. I can't tell you the amount of times I've worn an outfit that is some sort of variation on this same theme, black & white.

Sweater // Winners
Top // Pierre Cardin
Skirt // Diy

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Finished - Beige & Orange Tank

Yeah, another tank top, not exactly exciting... but nonetheless, here's a new make of mine.

Lately it's all about curved hems for me. I like them because they look nice layered underneath sweaters which are what I wear most of the year. Sometimes you have to think about how you're wearing a piece instead of just what you want to make.  

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Finished - Black & White Print Skirt

Black & White prints are one of my favourites. This one... is particularly awesome. The print and the fabric together are perfect. I decided right after I made this top I knew I wanted a skirt right away. Nice flowy fabric deserves a nice flowy skirt which is why I made this pleated circle skirt. 

Matching separates once again because it's just the way I roll.

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What I Wore - Black & White Wrap Dress

I don't usually get Septembers like this so I've been taking advantage of it. I've been pulling out dresses and skirts like my life depended on it.

I've mentioned before the only issue I have with dresses is they don't offer as much of an opportunity to change how an outfit looks. Usually I rely on accessories to alter my looks; this time however, I added a bodysuit with cap sleeves to change things up. I really like how it looks like a different dress with the bodysuit!

Dress // Diy

Bodysuit // H&M

Shoes // Steve Madden

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Diys To Try - Hanging String Wall Art

I used to think the idea of some sort of woven wall hanging was not at all my style. I would imagine
macramé wall hangings that would only fit with a strong hippy style. But these diys have definitely changed my mind! Hopefully you'll see something that would be worthy of a weekend diy project.  

1. Woven Tapestry Wall Hanging
2. Diy Wall Weaving
3. Modern Gold Wall Hanging
4. Modern Tassel Wall Hanging
5. Plaited Wall Hanging
6. Modern Yarn Hanging
7. Dip Dyed Wall Hanging
8. Large Tapestry Wall Hanging 
9. Woven Wall Hanging
10. Weaving Tassel Wall Hanging 

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What I Wore - Purple Flounce Skirt

This skirt is actually a new addition to my wardrobe. I didn't bother posting about it because I've made multiple just like it (red, black & a longer purple). If I have a knit fabric there is a 75% chance I'll make a flounce skirt with it.

Vest // Garage
Top //  Jones New York
Bodysuit // H&M
Skirt // Diy
Shoes // Vintage

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