A little peek...

So, I started sewing something the other day, and I've been going back-and-forth about whether to share before the project is finished or not... I've decided not. But I did think I would give ya'll a little hint with these delightfully inspiring images from Vogue's website... (Sorry they are fuzzy, but my computer is having a slight issue... you can find the clear ones on their site.) (oh, and another hint, the black and white theme is Vogue's, not mine...)



And, even though this has absolutely nothing to do with crafting, aren't they ADORABLE?

Shell Jewelry

Last summer when my friends and I went to the beach we collected tons of little shells, so I've recently started turning them into jewelry! So far I've made a necklace and a bracelet and a half... I really love them!



They are so summery with the shells, and I'm totally ready for summer! It's just so fun to decide what colors I want to use and where to put the shells... :o)

Dawn Treader

The Voyage of the Dawn Treader came out on DVD and Blu-ray yesterday! The Narnia movies are some of my absolute favorites, so I'm very excited! :o)



They have some really gorgeous costumes in these films. The vintage ones are so cute, and I love fantasy costumes!



Aren't the buttons up the side of Susan's dress delightful?


I really like the buttons on Lucy's coat, too.



This blouse reminds me a lot of Susan's Train blouse from The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe...





It's a shame they don't have more costume changes in this one, though it does make sense with the story... still, I would have liked to see a Narnian girl costume, cuz those are usually my favorites. :o)



I really like the deleted scene that talks about Lucy having to wear Caspian's boy clothes. So funny. :o)



And for an ending side note, isn't the quilt on the bed beautiful?

Audrey Hepburn in Charades…

…wears some of the cutest coats! I love how her coats are always slightly longer than her dresses; it’s just so retro and cute! :o)



I love brightly colored coats like this red one! She's wears some of the cutest hats, and even though I’m not really into leopard print, I think Audrey pulls it off well.



But this gold coat has to be my favorite. Isn’t it adorable? I love the black accessories! :o)



And I just love her last outfit here with her little white hat and gloves. So vintage!

Givaway at Day in the Life Too!

I thought some of you might be interested in this jewelry givaway that's going on over at Day in the Life Too, (and I wanted to be entered again by blogging about it. haha). :o) There are some really pretty pieces in the shop, and it ends tomorrow, so go check it out quickly!!!

Here are my 2 favorites:





Thanks, Brittany, for hosting this giveaway!

50's Bungalow Apron

I started this vintage bungalow pattern quite a while ago, but when it came to putting on all that bias tape... that wasn't really my thing.

But I finally got it out and completely finished it, so I now have a new apron!



I love that it covers so much, cuz I can be very messy when cooking... I really like the way it crosses around and closes with the little white buttons, too. :o)



Interesting quote from the 50's about bungalows:

"A Bungalow Apron"

"One does not wear a dress under a bungalow apron. It is really a dress itself—an extremely simple dress made of sturdy material that will resist the wear and tear of housework. Smart little touches can be added to this type of apron that do justice to the originality of the wearer and her skill in clothes-making.

If you are planning a bungalow apron, choose a material such as gingham, percale, madras, or American print. These materials are sturdy, practical, neat and they launder well. Follow the directions in your pattern carefully, and cut your apron so that plenty of roominess is allowed. There is nothing quite as uncomfortable as a bungalow apron that is so tight that it hinders you in your housework."

From the New-Way Course in Fashionable Clothes-Making.

So my project is completed and I even have a new apron out of the deal. A 50's one, too. Could life get any better? :oP

Baby Dress

No, I haven't forgotten that I have a blog. And I have been doing a fair amount of crafting. But have I done much on the computer? Nope...

I made this little baby dress last week and am finally getting around to posting it! Kiri found the Itty Bitty Baby Pattern a couple years ago, and I thought it would be great for some stash-busting!



I will probably be making 2 more dresses from this pattern soon, since I have 2 more pieces of this fabric in different colors. I originally bought three of the same fabrics(in different colors) to make dresses for three of my baby dolls. It was going to be one of my first sewing projects... hmm...



I'm planning to embellish all 3 a little differently. The bow was a last minute thing that I added (originally I was gonna put on rickrack, but I didn't end up having any that was the right color...) because I had the perfect amount of binding tape left. I think a ribbon bow would look better, though, so maybe I'll change it.



This project was really fast and easy. If you have 1/2 a yard of fabric lying around and want a quick project, I recommend this sweet little dress!



Does it seem I'm all about baby things recently? Maybe it's cause I know lots of ladies that are pregnant? And baby things are always so sweet. :o)