Anthropologie Knock off!
Gosh, when I was young, being tall was a bit of a problem. Women wearing pants in the business world was new....and they were rarely long enough for me at 5'10"
I developed my sewing skills, and wore mostly my own creations. So, I do know how to sew! Technically :)
I LOVE DENIM. I think I might have told you that before. In all styles, in all shades....even chambray which is the lighter version of denim.
This year DENIM IS HOT! Vogue reported that Denim was a major trend in the Spring 2015 runway shows! Best Spring 2015 Denim Trends!
Oh my, I was in love...but look...it's a romper. I have to tell you that while in my youth I may have run around in a romper so similar to this...but it was YELLOW (OMG did I just say that, I even have a photo to prove it), there is no way I am going to wear a romper now, even if it is the perfect chambray.
My friend and I poked and prodded it....discussed the option of altering it into a tunic top! At the Anthropologie price, there was no way I was going to take it home and do any kind of surgery on it.
Yes, I have watched all three seasons of "The Great British Sewing Bee". I am amazed at the spectacular outfits those brave sewers do in the quick and dirty alteration challenge, creating something fabulous out of a t-shirt and a bit of ribbon....but on an Anthropologie garment? NO WAY!
Then my friend (a fabulous shopper) sent me this....
Out came my trusty sewing machine. I dusted it off, loaded it up with a dark navy thread...got out my scissors!]
You can guess where I'm going with this can't you!
Until next time,
Happy Knitting, Crocheting and Sewing...whatever makes you happy!
Anne
with Lackie and Daisy at her feet :)
I developed my sewing skills, and wore mostly my own creations. So, I do know how to sew! Technically :)
I LOVE DENIM. I think I might have told you that before. In all styles, in all shades....even chambray which is the lighter version of denim.
This year DENIM IS HOT! Vogue reported that Denim was a major trend in the Spring 2015 runway shows! Best Spring 2015 Denim Trends!
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| While browsing in the Anthropologie store in Oakville...I saw THIS! (photo from the Anthropologie web site) |
Oh my, I was in love...but look...it's a romper. I have to tell you that while in my youth I may have run around in a romper so similar to this...but it was YELLOW (OMG did I just say that, I even have a photo to prove it), there is no way I am going to wear a romper now, even if it is the perfect chambray.
My friend and I poked and prodded it....discussed the option of altering it into a tunic top! At the Anthropologie price, there was no way I was going to take it home and do any kind of surgery on it.
Yes, I have watched all three seasons of "The Great British Sewing Bee". I am amazed at the spectacular outfits those brave sewers do in the quick and dirty alteration challenge, creating something fabulous out of a t-shirt and a bit of ribbon....but on an Anthropologie garment? NO WAY!
Then my friend (a fabulous shopper) sent me this....
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| Well look at that! Not as nicely presented at the Gap outlet store I admit... but frankly so similar. No collar on this one...which is fine (all the better to wear a scarf with). Yup, it's a romper too! The regular price was $65, reduced to $24.99 then on sale at 50% off!! So for $14 (with tax) what is a girl to do! |
Out came my trusty sewing machine. I dusted it off, loaded it up with a dark navy thread...got out my scissors!]
You can guess where I'm going with this can't you!
Until next time,
Happy Knitting, Crocheting and Sewing...whatever makes you happy!
Anne
with Lackie and Daisy at her feet :)
I can't wait to see your finished garment, Anne. Here's something else to think about while you have your sewing machine out - a knitter's smock! http://www.tallyarns.co.uk/collections/layercake/products/knitting-smock-1
ReplyDeleteI love it. Well done you! You'll wear it like a rag. ;)
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