In an interesting and mostly successful trifecta, I combined V8929, V1034 (OOP) and my custom pant pattern by Lynda Maynard, and made a pair of jeans in a beautiful red/black denim from Silhouette Patterns.
I need to change the waistband to a contoured one and take a few tucks in the back leg, but I'm pretty pleased with them. I am pairing then here with a TNT
B5954, a tunic in a pretty paisley in red, gray and black from Fabric.com.
I made the same tunic (can you tell I like it?) in a cozy sweater knit with polkadots from Marcy Tilton, this time without the cowl collar and with a contrasting neck binding.
Paddywack approves...AND matches!
I couldn't resist a long sweater jacket from Orvis in a black and gray houndstooth...
a division of Comfy.
So, that's what I've been up to! I'm off to Artistry in Fashion next weekend, to
see old friends and meet up with new ones, and, just maybe, do a little shopping...
TTYL
I love your new fall looks!!
ReplyDeleteThat long cardigan is my absolute fave.
Fabulous as always! Love the red paisley especially.
ReplyDeleteLooking totally fabulous, Margy! I love the vest with the wired collar - what a cool idea!
ReplyDeleteLove the polka dot top!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure that Orvis wouldn't mind if you copied the cardigan pattern...
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ReplyDeleteAll fantastic garments. Love your style!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear that the cold is better, Margy. It sure didn't seem to slow you down in your sewing room. Your latest additions to your wardrobe (both sewn and purchased) are wonderful. Those red jeans are particularly sassy. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteI like your pops of red you have added! I love the confidence you have in your style!
ReplyDeleteLove your tunics and always impressed at how the length works for you. We are about the same height but I always feel tunics make me look 'dumpy'. Today, I realized that your tunics are a bit shorter than the typical mid-thigh. Will try a shorter length; thanx for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteGreat post, Margy. I'm sorry to say I'll miss you at Artistry. Can't be everywhere at the same time.
ReplyDeleteSuch eye candy and I love it all! I can't even pick what I like best! I can't wait to see you at AIF!!!
ReplyDeleteTrés chic, madam, as always. Regards from Brazil.
ReplyDeleteHi Margy, Love those red jeans-you look marvelous in that shade. We drove through your home ground last week as we meandered from Santa Cruz to Tucson. My husband said "Do you want to stop and say hi?" If I could have, it would have been fun :-)
ReplyDeleteAs always, exquisite fit. fabrics and style whether sewn by you or sewn by someone else.
ReplyDeleteYour jewellry is also equally co-ordinated and impressive.
All the clothing pieces look stunning on you :)) Have a nice day, Sophia
ReplyDeleteYou are so stylish! These ensembles look just gorgeous on you. I hope you have a wonderful time at Artistry in Fashion; even the title sounds so enticing alone! I would LOVE to attend something like that :)
ReplyDeleteAll gorgeous. I am always impressed by your style and aspire to be even half as stylish. (Most days I would be happy to look as good as Paddywack!)
ReplyDeleteEverything so beautiful! I love the jeans. And a wire collar vest? I love wire as a structural element. You know you are talking to sewists when they describe their outfits as a number. Hahaha. Your skills overwhelm.
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