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Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Running Around in Circles...

Embroidered Circles on silk, that is...
This is another version of M5529 OOP...I made one with a fuller peplum last summer.  Several people have asked to see a picture of the pattern envelope since it is no longer visible on the McCall's site.

This is in a black faux dupioni with embroidered silver circles on it from Hyena Productions. This is a very
quick-to-sew top; I added an obi-style belt to emphasize the waist.
I've already worn it for a dinner party and I'm sure I'll wear it again during the holidays.

A recent just-for-fun purchase from eBay was a pleated silver coat from babettesf...for obvious reasons, I call it
my Michelin Man coat...
I'm sure it will go to at least one party in the next few weeks!

I'm awaiting the arrival of my friend Carolyn who went to Puyallup with me last March; she's here for a few days on her way to Los Angeles to spend Christmas with family. We'll see what trouble we can get into while she's here...
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29 comments:

  1. UnknownDecember 12, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    Did you make that top in the first picture yourself? That is stunning. I love it.

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    1. MargyDecember 12, 2012 at 11:33 AM

      Thanks, Marla...yes, I make a lot of my clothing!

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  2. VickiDecember 12, 2012 at 11:38 AM

    That is a fun coat! Like the top too, very smart looking.

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  3. MarcyFDecember 12, 2012 at 12:15 PM

    Both pieces are just gorgeous! And you wear them well. I love the silk you used for your peplum top/jacket--I'm always a sucker for circles and polka dots!

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  4. shamsDecember 12, 2012 at 12:52 PM

    Oh, I LOVE that top!! It is so elegant and a wonderful silhouette for you. And the coat is soooo much fun!!! It's perfect!

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  5. pegsewerDecember 12, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    Great top and coat. I enjoyed the links to your older posts since I didn't "know" you then!

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  6. Mrs KDecember 12, 2012 at 12:57 PM

    I love your top! The coat is different ;-) I love your blog - so inspirational.

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  7. Goodbye ValentinoDecember 12, 2012 at 12:57 PM

    HI Margy,
    I'm not sure if you know me, but I love your sewing! I’ve nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blog/One Lovely Blogger Award
    Please see:
    http://goodbyevalentino.com/2012/12/12/thanks-cherry-pix/

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  8. DillianderDecember 12, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    The top is wonderful and the coat so much fun. As always, they both look so very stylish on you! M5529 seems like it is designed for a knit, but I gather your silk is a woven? Did you adapt the pattern at all to get the lovely fit you've achieved?

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  9. CennettaDecember 12, 2012 at 1:44 PM

    You look fantastic. Great outfit.

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  10. Kathryn, aka fzxdocDecember 12, 2012 at 1:54 PM

    Margy, the "faux doupioni" fabric is absolutely fabulous, and you chose a wonderful pattern for it. You look great!

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  11. GailDecember 12, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    Your newly made jacket is stunning. Not so sure about the eBay purchase. Enj oh the holiday season.

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  12. Laura SJDecember 12, 2012 at 2:02 PM

    I want to be you when I grow up...only a few more years, but I need to grow a few inches in height if I want to achieve your elegance! Beautiful!

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  13. pdiddlyDecember 12, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    Margy I just love love that top - you're stunning in it and your new coat is very funky and very you. Shame that pattern is OOP because I love it, but think I may have spied something similar in one of the Burda magazines.

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  14. RachelDecember 12, 2012 at 3:40 PM

    I just found your blog through "Goodbye Valentino" You are my new sewing hero. That top are coat are awesome!!

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  15. MushyWearDecember 12, 2012 at 10:02 PM

    What a fantastic top. Love it with the obi style belt. Your new jacket is quite unique. I think it's awesome to experiment with interesting shapes like this.

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  16. JulietDecember 13, 2012 at 3:55 AM

    Oh elegant as usual, you make the rest of us feel so ordinary! Not that I begrudge you your wonderful senses of style. You and "Goodbye Valentino" can be guaranteed to look stunning. My mother had that look too but unfortunately it wasn't genetic.

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  17. gwensewsDecember 13, 2012 at 5:09 AM

    The circle fabric made a lovely top, and the outfit is really cute. Your coat is sure to draw attention. It's avante-garde and very you!

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  18. carolinascallinDecember 13, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    Love, love, love your top! You have the most wonderful sense of style, and your fabric/pattern choices are spot on. This top is really amazing - love the style on you, and love the fabric! SUCH an inspiration to us novices!

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  19. MaggieDecember 13, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Love them both, but that coat! Oh my. Almost lost the tea I was drinking when I saw the pic. You wear oddly beautiful things so well, Mama!

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  20. LouisaDecember 14, 2012 at 4:43 PM

    Love both the elegant top and the fabulously funky coat! You wear everything with such elan.

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  21. MelanieDecember 14, 2012 at 11:02 PM

    Oh my goodness - what magnificent style you have! You sew like a goddess so it's only appropriate that you should be wearing a silver coat. Wow.

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  22. pdiddlyDecember 15, 2012 at 1:03 PM

    you now have a 2nd nomination I have bestowed the Very Inspiring Blog Award to you http://psewing.blogspot.co.uk/2012/12/blogger-award.html - I love your blog.

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  23. Tonia2000December 18, 2012 at 7:19 AM

    I love the circle top - the fabric is stunning! I liked your first top so much I went out and found the pattern (on Ebay for those who are interested!)

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  24. Maunawili MamaDecember 20, 2012 at 1:16 AM

    Love this!! You make me so proud!

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  25. womens Coats And JacketsDecember 20, 2012 at 4:10 AM

    Great outfit. Your are looking chic and beautiful .

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  26. Forest City FashionistaDecember 20, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    I am in awe of people who can sew like you - a truly enviable talent. The pleated silver jacket is incredibly funky and will make a statement wherever you wear it!

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  27. bstreet61December 29, 2012 at 8:30 AM

    Wow...what a FUN piece!

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  28. velosewsJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:56 PM

    I so enjoy how you can wear pretty much any shape and look wonderful.

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