Project Title : Altered Emily Temple Cute JSK

Short Project Description: So, I'm taking a scary, scary step and altering brand for the first time. x_X; I purchased a Shirley Temple JSK off the comm recently, and it had some minor damage in addition to being too small in the bust for me (Can anyone say boob loaf? xD). To hide the damage and make the JSK a little roomier at the bust and waist, I've decided to add a panel of shirring in the back, and create a tiered bustle skirt below it. This will add more volume to the a-line skirt, and also make it a little easier for me to breathe in it. In order to properly reshape the back of the bodice, I've ripped out the entire back bodice, and drafted a new one from the fabric that I've cut out from the back of the skirt. I'll also install corset lacing in the back, and make the waist ties removable. With the leftover fabric and lace, I hope to make a matching bow and wrist cuffs. 

( Onward! )

Because I suck at titles.

I came across a picture of MM's Adrienne OP and loved the bottom - I didn't really like the top all that much (other that the sweetheart cut in the front), so I modified it heavily.



Project Title Wine Red JSK
Project Start Date 4/15/12
Planned Finish Date No planned finish date
Actual Finish Date 4/21/12
Did you make changes from original plan? Not really
Did you discover something you want to share? Sewing ruffles to ribbon helps stabilize them if you have to sew more carefully onto a skirt.
How happy are you with the result? About 90%? The bodice is a little long, so it bunches slightly, and the fabric wrinkles as soon as you look at it. Also, since the ruffles are sewn onto just the lining, they pull it slightly, though I think that can be fixed by some more careful hand sewing. But I love the color and the cut and everything else, and it's very comfortable and versatile for different weather conditions.

( On to pictures! )

Another item from the "Fiore" collection, and also being sent to Frill. This one took some extra time -- I had to replace the whole back panel of the skirt after the fabric got caught in the serger. But despite that set back, I'm pleased with the final result! Everyone needs more skirts with sweetheart waistbands.

( roses, lace, and velvet )

Hello ladies. Just wanna share some of my recent completions for the upcoming Frill shop that's happening in Atlanta.
I can't believe it's only a few days away and I still have several items to finish up. I foresee a lot of late nights and caffeine in my future. Anyway here's two of my newest projects, fresh off the sewing machine.


( more pics... )

Hi! I have been an off and on sewer for years and years, and an admirer of lovely lolitas for a very long time. My husband bought me a few items to get started (two JSKs, an OP, and a blouse), but I obviously need a few other things.... The first thing I'm missing is a set of bloomers, I live in Chicago, and it's windy here!  (I am always looking for more people in the area, so if  you are local, let me know, since I'm still new to lolita and want to meet more lolitas.)  I have lots of other sewing ideas, but the bloomers are my first project, next up would be a petti coat with my score today- $2/yd organza in a silver/grey and some green.

Project Registration:
Project title: Mr. Men Little Miss Bloomers
Description: A set of bloomers should be fun, hopefully build my sewing confidence, so I found a Mr. Men print (remember these books/shows??? www.mrmen.com/ ) on sale for $2.50 a yard.  Joann Fabrics is having a 50% sale on their red-lines, and this print was already on markdown- score!
Projected Deadline: Hopefully this weekend, if not, next weekend.
Patterns Used: I saw the bloomer tutorial, so that's going to be my guide, and I have a pajama pants pattern.
Challenges/Obstacles: I want to make sure that this is short enough that it won't stick out from under my shortest dress, but long enough that I can't feel the mesh petticoat I'm using/so unhappy with.

These two items are part of my Fiore collection, and will be sold in the boutique at Frill. I'll be sure to post photos with the rest of my samples, soon!

( you can never have too many florals )

Additionally, I have been playing with some fabric design. I've received countless inquiries about the fabric I used for my Gone Sailing! high-waisted skirt, but it was discontinued shortly after I bought it. I've been looking forever for something similar, with no success. So, I decided it was time to roll up my sleeves and get sketching.
( Mmm, sailboats )

Project Title : Blue & red gathered skirt
Short Project Description: Simple gathered rectangle skirt~ maybe with a bodice (if I have time)
Projected Deadline: 30th May, hopefully
Pattern(s) Used: Uh, just a rectangle, I suppose. 
Materials needed: Red rose on blue polka dot print fabric, white fabric, elastic, sewing equipments 
Challenges or obstacles : Exams! 

Project title: Pink Dot Blouse
Description: Short-sleeved blouse.
Projected Deadline: Sometime this weekend.
Patterns Used: Innocent World blouse pattern from Alice Deco a la Mode vol 2.
Materials needed: White cotton with tiny pink dot pattern (I wanted to use up this fabric I had laying around), various crochet laces, buttons.
Challenges/Obstacles: The pattern is actually pretty straightforward so I can follow the construction steps for any blouse since the components are the same. I have most of the bodice put together, however I'm having issues getting the front pintucks spaced evenly despite very careful markings, baaahhh. I guess these things just take practice.


( Example picture and progress under the cut )

hi! my sewing skills aren't so good, but i love to sewing accesories.
and i wonder, what do you think about my first choker (i'm not sure, if i used correct name for this).
i'll be grateful for every opinion! :3

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