So here's mine. Split into multiple posts because Weebly ate half of my post...blurg.
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I always enjoy reading everyone's top 5 and other reflection posts at this time of year. I find it really interesting to see what people really wore and loved and what they learned from the year. I also think that some intentional reflection can be useful. I like Gillian's Top 5 because it is open to use as you wish and it adds some structure to something that could turn into a big long ramble. So here's mine. Split into multiple posts because Weebly ate half of my post...blurg. Hits: Sewaholic Hollyburn skirt: I never took photos of this skirt but I actually made two of these out of purple chambray. One of view B and then because I wore it so much of view C at the end of the summer. I always wore the first one to work and I change at work and seal everything up to control for bed bugs so I never really wore it when I could take a picture of it. The second one I finished when the weather changed so I look forward to wearing it next year. I need this skirt in every kind of fabric. It's so flattering and comfortable. Tilly and the Buttons Coco: I have worn this dress every week. Not sure how the fabric will hold up but it is so comfortable. This may not be everyone's neutral but I feel like myself in this. Kitschy Coo Lady Skater: The same goes for this dress. I put it on and feel like myself in it. The polka dots are a cheap fabric but they are fun and it's good enough for a casual summer dress. Colette Patterns Myrtle: Despite not being sure about the amount of gape on this neckline, I really like this dress. It's a perfect travel dress as you can crumple it up and it's so quick to dry if I wash it and hang it on a line. This will definitely be coming with me on my trip this winter to South Africa. Hermione's Everyday Socks: I have knit a lot of complicated projects but never socks. It felt like I would never knit socks. I didn't see the point in knitting something that you just shove in your shoes and hide. After knitting these for my Oma though, I see the allure. They are so warm and so comfortable. I have never had socks that truly fit my feet, store bought socks always just stretch to kind of fit everyone but not really. I can see knitting a pair for myself as a good travel project Misses: Sansa Stark Hallowe'en Costume: This turned out pretty well and I am super proud of those sleeves and figuring out how to do rolled hems on my serger, BUT it took SOOOOOO long and it stressed me out. I enjoy Hallowe'en and I enjoy making costumes but there needs to be a balance and this costume tipped the scales way too far into crazy town. Cake Tiramisu: This dress is pretty transparent. Also, I wonder how flattering it truly is. I was thinking that when I gained weight that this was just as good as it got but it really accentuates my large hips when I am not standing at this sneaky 3/4 angle. I do still like the top of this dress though and might combine it with a different skirt in the new year when I try again with a thicker fabric. Megan Neilsen Briar: I actually love this pattern but I hate this fabric. My face here reflects this well even though at the time I was just cold and self conscious. I wanted to try this pattern out with a cheap fabric and had this one from a bag sale. I always feel weird and unattractive in this. I wear it all the time to work though and I think it's getting me down. Modified Turn a Square: Way too small. This was a fairly quick experiment and reminded me that different knitted fabrics have different properties. Should be obvious at this point. Instarsia is not stretchy. Modified Lady Skater: This one I made from technical fabric. I thought it would be perfect for my bike trip because I like dresses and this would be fast drying and easy to be active in on the beach. I ended up wearing either bike shorts or long underwear for most of my trip, unless we were out in which case I wore a nicer dress. This didn't fit most settings. It might've been because the beach was generally cold. Perhaps this is better for hotter weather. I'm not sure. Maybe if I played tennis?
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Renee van Doorninck
1/2/2015 08:01:42 am
Thanks. I think two colours on the lady skater makes it a bit sportier.
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So much great stuff! I love your polka dot and blue Lady Skater, and your Coco! I actually think the print and colours of the Briar look nice on you, but if you aren't feeling it, then give it away! I have teat exact fabric your Tiramisu is in, and I remember several people sewing Tiramisus from it... and then it turned out to be SO thin! I've never successfully used mine. Too bad.
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Kerri
3/27/2015 03:20:02 am
Really interesting reflection. I do think that your face reflects your confidence in the pieces you wear. I'm an expert at your fake smile
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Claudia
4/4/2015 11:11:30 am
I think the tiramisu dress is worth another try. Much as I love stripes I don't think it is flattering when it makes a chevron on the bottom. I speak from similar experience. Instead I'd suggest a contrasting waist band to emphasize your curves.
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