Monthly Archives: February 2011

Vogue 8151: The Gathered “Dart” Version

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Noile

I made this darted tee a little while ago in an attempt to get a better fit for my full bust.  Shams commented that she generally skipped the darts, and just eases them in.  I decided to try that when … Continue reading →

Posted in Tops | 18 Comments

Five More Versions of ABdPM 20013

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Noile

I found five amazing versions of my Au Bonheurs des Petites Mains jacket while tooling around amongst French blogs.   Here’s what the pattern looks like when it arrives from ABdPM: I’m not sure I’ve got sorted out whose coat … Continue reading →

Posted in ABdPM, Jackets | 4 Comments

Vogue 8712: Move over, sweats, there’s a new kid in town!

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Noile

After seeing Sham’s Vogue 8712 pants, I knew I had to have a pair!  They looked perfect for a week in the desert — my least favorite environment ever — and I figured that they were simple enough that I … Continue reading →

Posted in Pants | 4 Comments

Packing Cube ID

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Noile

I’ve been using packing cubes forever; I love the way they organize my traveling life, even though I often forget what I’ve packed in each cube.  Since I generally wear black while I travel, everything looks the same inside a … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure/Travel, Fun | 2 Comments

Tinted Bobbins

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Noile

I found these at a fabric store I was in recently: They’re tinted bobbins for my Pfaff.  At first glance, I thought they were a dumb idea, but then I remembered how many times I’ve reached for a bobbin filled … Continue reading →

Posted in Tools | 2 Comments