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"Simplicity means the achievement of maximum effect with minimum means." - Dr. Koichi Kawana, Architect, designed the botanical gardens
another thing I strive to focus on in 2010.....
the devil is in the details no matter how small
I can't wait to see the one I took with pumpkinnoodles 14mm she had rented
Talk about a paradox.
suhwelee, GenkiGenki, jan.tito: Thank you! :)
Daniellekelly0545: Thanks, I don't have a good eye, in fact I have severe myopia! Haha.
Project Details
Pattern: Simplicity 4082
Fabric:
Body - 100% wool herringbone tweed coating
Lining - 100% polyester Asian brocade
Notions: three 1 1/4" buttons
This is my version of the Burberry cropped a-line coat that retails for a whopping $850! I couldn't find an exact pattern to copy jacket, but with a little modifying of this pattern, I got a similar look.
Modifications:
* used view C & F
* reshaped the front bottom edge from rounded to square
* added faux welt pockets on the front seam line
* added a lining to the jacket
* interfaced all of the front sections
* mimicked the topstitching of the Burberry coat
* shortened a few inches more than the pattern (I reallly like the length of all of the Balenciaga jackets for this Fall).
I'm quite pleased with the way this jacket turned out and moreso with the cost - $47.91!
"I still color in books,
I use bright blue.
I say my ABC’s to get to 'u.'"
- Simplicity by Amaré
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I altered this pattern quite a bit. I wasn't really happy with the fit when I made it here. I hated that stupid zipper in the back and the long darts in the back waist back made my post-pregancy belly look like a current-pregnancy belly. Plus I've been lusting after Wiksten's Tova shirt. Now I love, love, love this pattern! Fabric from Purl Soho.
Serie... See the world
Festival "Samba Al Pais" le 1, 2 & 3 juillet 2011 à Négrepelisse (82)
Rolleiflex 2.8D (Portra Kodak 800)
On many occasions, the best things in life are the most simple ones. And they're normally free of charge!
A menudo, lo mejor en la vida es lo más simple. ¡Y además suele ser gratis!
Thiq is my spring 2013 version, for the 2011 version, see: www.flickr.com/photos/teabutterfly/6237152610/
Frugal living: the total cost of what you see depicted here is less than 20€ ! Contents of handbag are:
Compact handbag: a street find in perfect condition. FREE.
Background is made of a vintage pure silk scarf with lotus flowers pattern: gift from a dear friend. FREE
Pocket folding mirror by Lexon: gift from my brotther. FREE
Gauze sachet to keep cosmetics in: came with wood jewelry I bought. FREE.
Certfified organic lipstick by BoHo Revolution: 9.80€
Sample of shea butter: FREE. I refill it with the ''karité soft'' argan oil + shea butter mix by Melvita.
Sample Iris perfume by Prada: swapped with a nice member of fragrantica.com FREE
Citrus liquid deodorant by Weleda, that I use like a daily scent, perfect for summer days, 9.11€ for a full bottle. I then fill a small travel glass spray bottle with some of this Weleda citrus scent.
Lipstick by Nivea - discontinued Cranberry color - less than 5€.
Ain't it awesome?! :-)
"Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things." ~ Robert Brault
M4H 5/52
My son loves to pick me flowers, so simple, but they are the best presents ever!
Ewwww sorry guys, I had no idea that I scanned this print with such poor quality. Just ignore all the nasty grain and sharpening and be happy that I uploaded something. :)
Shot and developed by me.
Hahahaha this is ridiculous, but it was explored.
I took this photo a long time ago with my first crappy camera. Surprisingly enough, I've loved this image throughout the years.
"The simplicity and uniformity of rural occupations, and their incessant practice, preclude any anxieties and agitations of hope and fear, to which employments of a more precarious and casual nature are subject."
William Falconer
Have a great day!
Project Details
Pattern: Simplicity 2938, View B
Fabric: Stretch Charmeuse
Notions: 12" invisible zipper; grosgrain ribbon
If you are in need a cute, trendy top that's really easy to make, this is the one. When I initially selected the pattern, I didn't have a fabric in mind. I just knew that I wanted it to be this fantastic color! I was prepared to take my pattern to the register in Hancock and then leave and saw this beautiful charmeuse... and it had stretch to boot! I added 2" to the length. This was my first time working with a stretch charmeuse... it was um, er um... interesting to work with. Notice that the bodice is constructed with princess seams. Right at the bust, the directions stated that ease needed to be removed. This caused the fabric to pucker. I had to repeat the process a couple of times to produce a smooth seam. Also, this is NOT the easiest fabric to press, but I made it work with steam and a pressing cloth.
Instead of using the fabric tie, I used grosgrain ribbon. I wanted a look similar to the Tory Burch which appears to have the ties coming from darts or princess seams (I can't tell which). Placed mine in the side seams... just thought it would look better on me. The instructions suggested a lapped zipper but I used an invisible one instead. Overall, this is a great little top that can be whipped up in a couple of hours!
I belong to a double handful of groups which accept only photos of flowers. To stay active in them I need to upload new floral images regularly.
These little blossoms don't get much respect on Flickr, when viewed along side of the bigger and more exotic blossoms. I thought they looked nice, so here they are.
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Nikon D7100. Tamron 180mm Macro. 1/8000th @ f/13. ISO 1250. EV = -2/3.
I finished a version of Simplicity's 4589--which I adore! I used a vintage knit fabric, and the only reason i edged the hems was b/c the pattern is so dang short. I didn't want to lose any length on a hem. And, in the end, I like the way it looks much better.