Dreaming of spring

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Hi everyone! Just a quick update as I know I haven't posted in a while- I've been working on a shorts tutorial and also my mum's gown for my parents' silver anniversary!

In the meantime here's one a video I want to share with you all. It was, and continues to be, one of my inspirations to make clothes. 

I've also been reading Couture Sewing Techniques by Claire B. Shaeffer on GoogleBooks. It's pretty good background on the style and also explains how to actually sew for couture, which is really helpful when working with delicate cloth. 

Lastly I'd like to say 'hi!' and 'thank you!' to new JLTFK followers Padme, Lucija, Reynakatrina and Lucyyu1996! Hope you enjoy the blog! 

Mini-tutorial series no.3 - Manning Cartell Skirt, Part 2

Manning Cartell Summer 10/11 - Compulsive Sketcher

So there was this skirt I made last week for my friend Clara. It's inspired by a Manning Cartell creation I saw in a magazine somewhere however when I went on their website, I couldn't find any pictures of the same skirt! The picture above is in a similar print. Isn't it gorgeous?

You can see pictures of the skirt (and Clara) here: http://jltfk.blogspot.com/2011/04/mini-tutorial-series-continued-manning.html. Originally I made it for the hips, but when she tried it on she wanted it for her waist. So the pictures show a bit of alteration at the back made after the skirt was completed.

Here's how I made it. You'll need:

• 1 piece of lining material
• 1 piece of cloth for the outer layer (a pop print :D)
• An invisible zip, about 40cm long. I got mine at Lincraft. 

As with previous tutorials, this one is divided into three sections- Making the pattern, cutting the cloth, and sewing. Please read all the instructions before starting :) And don't forget to click the Facebook 'like' button to share this project with all your crafty friends! 

PATTERN:

STEP 1: Measure how long you want your skirt to be from your hips (should be on your pelvis bone area). On a sheet of newspaper, draw this line.

STEP 2: With a measuring tape, measure around your hips.

Divide this measurement by 4.

Add 2cm for ease.

Draw this line at the top as shown. I used a French Curve, but you can use a big plate if you want.

Mini-tutorial series continued - no.2 - Really Easy Chiffon Maxi Skirt!!

Second of the mini-tutes series!

Why maxi skirts are awesome-

1) They are slouchy AND feminine (i.e. effortless);

2) They give you a lengthened look (instant skinny anyone?);

3) They're swishy!! (Yes! Great for practising your model walk!)

This maxi skirt is awesome because-

1) It's super-easy to make (all straight lines);

2) It's layered with chiffon (wearable for casual and dressy occasions);

3) It can be worn as a dress! (Make one, get two!!)

You'll need a cloth for the underlayer, chiffon for the top layer and elastic.

Ready? Here we go! 

Mini-tutorial series continued - Manning Cartell (maxi-ish) skirt?

Watch this space! Tutorial to come! 


** UPDATE: Tutorial has been posted! View it here: http://jltfk.blogspot.com/2011/04/mini-tutorial-series-no3-manning.html**

Loose T-shirt #2 - more pics!

Hi everyone!

On request, here are some more photos of the loose t-shirt I made for my tutorial (aptly named) Tutorial: Make a Loose T-shirt. 

Hope this encourages you all to try it! For the full tutorial and more pictures click here: http://jltfk.blogspot.com/2011/03/tutorial-make-loose-t-shirt.html.

Also a massive "HI!" to new Google followers Hannaeh, It's Deme Bishes, Milsweetamada and Jocelyn! (By the way Jocelyn, I spent an hour on your blog and I love it! Best of luck with your fashion show!) 

Thank you all and hope you enjoy the projects here!!