style study
scalloped hem 2024
I first created a scalloped hem in 2012!!!
Almost 12 years later, saw this Oscars gown worn by Carey Mulligan: a recreated Balenciaga dress from 1951.
Whipped up this scalloped hem dress! I think I will try other colors and stripes.
patchwork sweatshirt baby blanket
winter layers: cashmere beanie + sweater shrug
outgrown but not ready to hand down
My friend has always gotten courtneycourtneys and customs made for her family and friendsβ kids. I received a stack of pieces that her niece has outgrown but was not ready to part with just yet!
My first thought when I was going through all the clothing was, YES. This mama takes care of her clothing and I really appreciate that so much.
I created one dress from four, one sweater from two and a pillow from three.
Send me a photo of your outgrown clothing youβd like re-sewn, and I can see what I might be able to make!
I really enjoyed making the pillow!
sweater vest style
sunflower-palooza
year four!
before and after and after: neiman marcus cotton cable knit sweater
I first sewed this mens sweater in April 2022 into the vest dress. It took several washes and eventually design choices to remove stains.
Itβs been hanging on my clothing rack since thenβ¦and upon trying it again (after these first photos) it really didnβt look and fit as I intended. So I decided to change it again into a two piece, with a gather at the back for a better fit that feels more fresh and less formal. The skirt has a high-low cut as well.
I remember the day I found this sweater at the thrift store! Whenever I find vintage items that were produced in British Hong Kong, they remind me of where my dad grew up.
This vintage Neiman Marcus 100% mercerized cotton sweater is likely from the late 70s-early 80s.
thirteen-y beanie
Chilean adventure
cats in hats: noki and nobu
my strange family: sweatshirt dress
I think everyone can recognize the zipper collar sweatshirt, I based this dress around!
superfloral hoodie robe cardigan
Thank you Rayana for these photos!
See her work at: https://www.instagram.com/withtherain
happy birthday courtneycourtney's mom!
adult capsleeve funnel neck dress
For motherβs day, I made my mom the dress on the left!
She prefers a little sleeve and no gaping necks.
one shoulder tradition
I was dreaming up some new styles for Summer, and sent this adjustable one shoulder to lilmissStrange to try out! Later I realized, sheβs been modeling my asymmetrical designs for several years now. It must be her thing!
tie style drawstring: paseo de doΓ±a blanca
tablecloth into dress
new style: crossback spaghetti strap flouncy vintage fabric sundress
As I do not use βregularβ sewing machines and also avoid zippers and buttons, I developed this style to easily go over your head and cross at the back, as a breezy, Summer sundress.
And I am excited to sew up my vintage fabric collection!!!