If You're Like Me ...
... you're always looking for your next "fix." Craft fix, that is. You're scouring books looking for the next project. And then you find it.
In a Japanese book.
And, if you're like me, you will go through your fabric stash looking for the perfect fabrics. And then you find them. And they seem "meant to be" paired together.
And, if you're like me, as soon as you find them, you can't wait to start.
So, if you're like me, you have to wait until the kids are sleeping before you can begin the project. And you're so excited. And you're not sure if you're doing it right because it's all in Japanese. And then the sleeves look a little funky. And the neckline is a little too big for a three-year-old girl. And you feel defeated.
In a Japanese book.
And, if you're like me, you will go through your fabric stash looking for the perfect fabrics. And then you find them. And they seem "meant to be" paired together.
And, if you're like me, as soon as you find them, you can't wait to start.
So, if you're like me, you have to wait until the kids are sleeping before you can begin the project. And you're so excited. And you're not sure if you're doing it right because it's all in Japanese. And then the sleeves look a little funky. And the neckline is a little too big for a three-year-old girl. And you feel defeated.
And, if you're like me, you're not gonna let it stop you. You forge ahead and hope for the best. It's cute. It's wonky. But it's finished. And, there's handmade polka dot bias tape! I think it's right up there with handmade gingham bias tape.
(Are you like me?)
Fabric is Kleo in black/orange by Alexander Henry.
Comments
I don't think it looks too wonky. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the polka dot bias tape.
I don't own any Japanese books yet, but I have been drooling over them all over the internet. So much cute stuff, too little time. :o)
I think the shirt/dress looks great. Especially the combo of the polka dots with that fabric.
I'll have to get myself one of those Japanese books some day.
I love the dress!
The polka-dots are just perfect for that fabric. Love it!
(don't sweat the neckline - do like the book and layer it over a shirt!)
btw I solved your ribbon problem,check out my post,
take care
I am like you. Except that "kids going to bed" was more like "crazy week is over" and "husband leaves for golf." Which he just did. So... See ya later!
The dress is, of course, adorable.
The dress looks great though!