6 February 2011

Treasures from Aunt Bea



Being the fabric junkie that I am, when Aunt Bea asked me if I'd sew something with fabric from their collection, how could I resist? I picked this Nani Iro Fuccra double gauze, not only for its gorgeous print and dreamy colours but because I've heard such great things about sewing with this soft textured type of fabric.


I'm planning to make the middle view of this pattern from 1976. I like the contrast cuffs, collar and bow in the image, but I might just keep it simple and stick to the same fabric. What do you think?

Unfortunately after I received my fabric I heard that Aunt Bea is closing up shop. This is a sad loss for fabric addicts. But, as I've mentioned before, their closing down sale is amazing. I couldn't resist stocking up on some lovely things for my Spring wardrobe...


... some more Nani Iro Fuccra double gauze in a different print, which will probably become a smock dress...


... Blue Bell lawn by Alexander Henry, for a blouse...


... and this Yuwa cotton which will probably become a bag. It's yellow, it's French, it's Victorian, it's sewing themed - heaven!

Hope you're all having a lovely weekend. I made significant progress on the Joan Holloway dress - hopefully I'll have an outfit shot for you soon. Actually, since I decided to make it in black (I couldn't find a green or aubergine double knit that I liked enough), am I still allowed to name it after Joanie? Does she wear black? Hmm...

[Soundtrack: 'Belle' by Al Green]