June 8, 2011

Same Ol' Same Ol'

What is that old Orville Reddenbacher saying?   Something about finding something you're good at and doing it over and over?

Don't know what I was doing with my face or my hair, but these were taken late last night.  I had worn the outfit all day and am looking wrinkled.  But that's okay.

The skirt fabric is a printed linen blend.  The pattern is Simplicity 2475 which I have made several times since working through the fitting. 

This version has absolutely nothing interesting about it - except the fabric.  I did use bias tape to finish the lower edge of the facing and the hem.  And I stitched them down with a decorative stitch from my machine.  But - since I was wearing it you don't get pictures.



There is no kick pleats, vents, or anything else to add walking ease, but you know what?  I don't really need it. 

My shoes?  Adorable dr. scholl's.  I now want a handbag this color.  There are a little bit tight around my right litte toe, but the more I wear them the more comfortable they get. 

And in the interest of full disclosure - I'll share the back view JB decided was necessary as I went back in the house.  UGH.  Just when I start feel like I'm looking good.....


Parting Shot:  Poppies.  JB took this photo while we were on Friday Harbor.

13 comments :

  1. Sweetie, I'm sure that angle looked good to JB, but no one takes shots like that. My back shots are always posed to no end and I take like a dozen before I post one!

    The close-up of your shoes allowed me to see the fabric close-up and I like!

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  2. Hon, hips are beautiful. I should know, because if not for the illusion of a small waist, I don't really have hips!!

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  3. What a cute outfit!!! You are so lucky to be able to sew such nice skirts.

    I wouldn't worry about the other shot. It was terrible lighting and no body looks their best from that angle.

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  4. That skirt is wonderful! I love the pattern and the color is perfect for you!

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  5. The fabric looks cool-both design-wise and temperature-wise. Taking photos after wearing it all day, well, that's real life and we all know life can get a bit wrinkly and at least in my case, seldom resembles a fashion shoot. Looks like you got a good fit too.

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  6. It looks nice & summery! I love bias tape hems as well, they are *so* fast & simple to do :)

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  7. Lovely skirt...gotta love JB!!! I don't even ask Tom anymore! :)

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  8. You're right! Cute shoes. Tail shots are for the birds...tell the Mr. I said so. :-)

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  9. This skirt has a great line - it doesn't need a kick-pleat at the back at all - and the fabric is lovely. Pretty shoes and a beautiful woman - because you are, you know.

    Sending care and huggles, Michelle and a patiently waiting/snoozzling Zebby Cat

    (waiting for His human to come to bed to be His living hotwater bottle for the night)

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  10. You look very 'put together'. Nice! I like those little shoes. I have a pair of Scholls sandals that are so comfy. I'll have to look for some more of his shoes.

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  11. What is it with hubsters and their butt shots? Mine always manages to sneak one of those in there when he has the camera. lol

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  12. Nice outfit.

    Why oh why do men insist on a backside view? ;)

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  13. I love the shoes! They are way cuter than you described! And how do I order a print of those poppies? They look AMAZING!

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