Waiting for spring blossoms
| Afternoon, folks. Today I've got another batch of lovelies you'll only find in the store—read on for silks of all sorts inspired by some of my favorite garden flowers, plus classes and more on Michele's coat lining! Here's a gorgeous raw silk in colors to match a mix of beautiful pastel statice. I love the nubby, toothy feel of this fabric; whatever you make with it is bound to be extraordinary!  This chiffon comes in cornflower blues, pinks, and purples; bachelor buttons return yearly and run wild in our garden! You can also find it in a startling near-black I'm definitely planting this year.  Then there's the wonderful sage-and-indigo herbal tones of this slick tie-dye charmeuse. I'm a little reminded of the yellowy-green you find in rue, or an extremely dark tone of the ultra-saturated blue seen in delphiniums...  The final piece isn't silk; it's a lovely rayon in marigold orange! I actually plant calendula rather than marigolds; they aren't quite so enormous, they serve the same purpose as companion plants, and my little bird loves to eat the blossoms.  Remember: reloved fabric is available in store only! If you've got your eyes on one of these gorgeous pieces, head on over and pick your flowers while you can. |
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FROM MICHELE:
Work on relining this lovely vintage coat continues! Before I can drop the lining in, a bit of repair is necessary. The welts have taken some abuse, so hand stitching is the best way to invisibly repair and strengthen the pockets.
One of my favorite things about vintage clothing is the opportunity to examine construction techniques from a different era. This coat has minimal tailoring for support, probably because the cashmere is so soft and drapey. Hair canvas is stitched into the seams in the front to help it hold its shape, along with a lightweight cotton back shield. Shoulder pads are almost nonexistent, just 3 layers consisting of hair canvas and cotton to create a smooth silhouette across the shoulder.
Finally, a simple catch stitch for the hem (that also needed a bit of repair). You may notice the additional crease on the hem, indicating that the original owner had the coat shortened. I am so glad she was about my height!
Finally, a simple catch stitch for the hem, that also needed a bit of repair. You may notice the additional creation the hem, indicating that the original owner had the coat shortened. I am so glad she was about my height! |
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Happy Sewing, Michele and the Treadlettes |
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