I had another opportunity to contribute to SewnMag Anniversary November/December 2018. This time the challenge was to hack a pattern using lace. I decided to make a Casual Top & Simple Sleeve Hack. I used Butterick View D. This was a very simple project and I knocked it out in no time. Since the hack was limited… Read More
Baaaaaaby – This jacket right here! I was asked (totally flattered) by Michelle @thatblackchick if I would be interested in making a garment for the September/October issue of Sewn Magazine. Give me a minute to think about this – I mean I am in such demand that my personal assistant manages my time and scheduled appearances. The… Read More
This is probably one of my favorites projects of the year. Simplicity 8084 comes in two lengths. I made view A and chose a border print Ankara from the House of Mami Wata . Let me say that the project was a breeze and my favorite part were the button plackets. Don’t tell anyone but my sewing… Read More
I coordinated a Wedding Brunch Cruise for my daughter and it was the easiest thing I’ve ever pulled off. If you want to sit back, relax and leave the dirty work to someone else check out the Hornblower Cruise Line – I chose Newport Beach Jazz Cruise. Here are a few pics from the… Read More
Butterick B6181 I made this in June as a lightweight summer jacket but something about it screamed fall so I’ve been held on posting this one till now. The fabric is from my stash and it’s a lovely rayon print, but the sad news is that it wouldn’t let me be great😊. It raveled to… Read More
