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Cut me a little Black

06/10/201215/12/2015 CarolynUncategorized33 Comments on Cut me a little Black

In my recent, gloriously ruthless, spring clean-out of my wardrobe, I culled an evening gown, originally made using Burda 8046 and first posted here.  I’ve worn it about seven times in total; none in the past three years; and have now…

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Facings; some inner workings

05/10/201215/12/2015 CarolynUncategorized36 Comments on Facings; some inner workings

I took a few photos while constructing the waistband of my new capri pants to illustrate a few of my own finishing methods, but first… Online sewing tutorials. Since starting my blog I have penned a few of my own…

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First aid for thongs

05/10/201215/12/2015 CarolynUncategorized20 Comments on First aid for thongs

My sister-in-law S gave me this fabulous quick and easy fix for thongs, to help eke out their oh-so-tragically-short life span for just a little bit longer… if you love wearing thongs as much as I do then this one…

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Rotto; a travel wardrobe…

04/10/201215/12/2015 CarolynUncategorized23 Comments on Rotto; a travel wardrobe…

We have just returned from a really delightful island holiday…  :))) Time away: 5 daysWhere to:Rottnest IslandSeason:Mid spring.  Cool nights, daytime highs from 20C right up to 30CExpected activities:Veeeery casual island lifestyle; swimming, walking on the beach, cycling, bbq’s and some dinners at…

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September summary

03/10/201215/12/2015 CarolynUncategorized9 Comments on September summary

(random holiday daily outfit  ðŸ™‚ ) Details: Top; top “b” from “shape shape” (formerly known as Unique Clothes Any Way You Like) by Natsuno Hiraiwa, white cotton, details here Shorts; Burda 7723, hot pink linen, details here Hoodie; refashioned oversized…

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Bared ankles and showcased shoes

26/09/201215/12/2015 CarolynUncategorized53 Comments on Bared ankles and showcased shoes

O hey peeps! Today I am sporting new capri trousers, and a pair of new ballet flats!  This may not seem a particularly momentous thing to announce, but aack-choolly… I am recklessly smashing through two new-to-me fashion ceilings in one fell…

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Blooming lovely

26/09/201215/12/2015 CarolynUncategorized14 Comments on Blooming lovely

Thank you so much for all the gorgeous birthday wishes! I was very spoilt, and I would love to share the beauty of my birthday bouquet with you.  Please enjoy! I wish I could share my birthday cake too, made…

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B-Day

23/09/201215/12/2015 CarolynUncategorized74 Comments on B-Day

Hmmm.  It’s my birthday. Yes.  Well.  I’m too shy to go into sordid details, like giving an actual number or any nonsense like that.  OK, so maybe I just don’t feel like it.  But here is a hint; one of…

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