Downton Abbey inspired dress

Once upon a time my roommate and I went a bit fangirl over Downtown Abbey and decided to go to a party put on by the local NPR affiliate that was Downton Abbey themed.  So of course, I made a dress for it.  It’s a reworked Louisa Drop Waist Dress from the book BurdaStyle Sewing Vintage…

Foxy pencil skirt

I saw this Fabric last week at Grey’s Fabric and Notions, where I go for a Wednesday night sewing club (I know what you’re thinking, how do I pack so many thrills into my life??).  It called out to me from the bolt.  If you’re wondering what does the fox say ,I can tell you…

Pencil skater in sweater knit

I resisted the Lady Skater for a long time.  I saw many beautiful versions of it all over the internet, but that swingy skirt is just not for me.  I have one silhouette and that is pencil. There is no fit and flare.  Only fit and fit.  I digress…. I found this sweater knit at…