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So yes, a lot of crochet to be doing. Which explains why I spent the afternoon at the sewing machine, doesn't it!
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I've been carting this piece of fabric around since we lived in Manchester - so almost ten years now - with the idea of making a wrap skirt. I even bought the ribbons at the same time, all from Abakahn Fabrics. It's so lovely and light and flows beautifully; dark enough to satisfy my sensibilities but still with a pretty pattern. Apologies for the poor lighting, I'll try and get some outdoor shots soon.
I used the rough idea of the Sindy skirt from Eithne Farry's Yeah, I Made it Myself , but I used a folded piece of the same fabric as the waistband rather than a heavier piece of something different, as the book recommends. I've fastened it just with a couple of hooks and eyes, and this double ribbon arrangement to keep it all together. There are two pairs of ribbons - you can just about make out the double bow below; I generally plan to wear something over the top of this skirt so it will also form a plain flat knot quite nicely.
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I've been meaning to photograph this bolero top for ages as well - I actually made it almost exactly a year ago last summer and will probably wear it again in a couple of weeks for the same birthday party it was finished for back then!
Bonus picture. My cat, Ash, just can't resist getting in on the act...
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1 comment:
Thank you so much for blogging the swap, that skirt is lovely :)
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