It seemed like a good idea at the time

I like the pattern, I like the faux fur fabric, and I like the bronze organza lining.  I just think these things do not go together.  I have more of this faux fur so I may try again with a different pattern.

For the record, Butterick 4931

Simplicity 2756--I'm the designer

This is Simplicity 2756, part of their Project Runway inspired collection of patterns.  I really like this, but then, I really like most peasant tops.  I think the sleeves need to be gathered below the elbows to make it look like the style elements all belong together.  I really love the color and so does Jeff.  I should really wear more blue.

Assorted completed projects

I've been busy since I've had a break from both work and school.  Here are a few recently completed projects.

Butterick 5355

New Look 6816

Simplicity 2804.  My 80s flashback.

Simplicity 2766

Vogue 8378

Baby's first fur coat

I realize this is a controversial choice, since some don't think babies should wear faux fur.  Nevertheless, I think this turned out pretty cute, if a little large.  The pattern is Burda 9780.

Christmas Eve

Here I am with my daughter.  Both of us are wearing bespoke outfits.

Mystery patterns

These patterns are in the printed catalog for McCall's, and at the store (Hancock's is having a sale!) but not on the McCall's web site and not in the PatternReview.com database.  Weird.  Anyway, I picked these up yesterday.

Butterick 5238

I made this on Christmas day, after we came home from dinner with Jeff's family.  I had cut it out the night before, and it went together in a couple of hours.  I love this fabric--I stalked it on eBay for several weeks before buying it.  It's not my usual color choice but I'm glad now that I decided to try something new.