Making Life more Beautiful
It’s nice to be sewing again. I enjoy the whole process – the planning, the selection of materials, altering patterns, getting a good fit, and the sewing process, although my construction skills are a bit mediocre I must admit. But … Continued
Still considering my own New Look of pared down androgyny, I took a look at fashion history. When I did my City Guilds training in fashion in the 1980s, our History of Fashion module finished in the 1970s, although our tutor … Continued
I have wondered about fashion for quite some time. Many people sew because they don’t want to wear what is fashionable at the moment, choosing instead things that suit them. Things they like. While I wholeheartedly agree that sewing gives … Continued
Cowl tops are elegant and interesting. The bias is draped across the neckline giving a soft look to frame the face. I wanted to learn how to drape one. The cowl neck had its heyday In the 1930s, Often made … Continued
Here are some ideas for draping an interesting skirt on the stand, by Japanese designer Yamamoto. Although mainly black which, to some extent, makes it hard to see how the shaping is achieved, these are wonderful garments. They challenge our … Continued
I associate halter necks with Princess Diana, who looked amazing in them. They can minimise large squarish shoulders. My shoulders are squarish but not so large. I don’t mind showing my back – it somehow seems less indecent than cleavage … Continued