When I go thrift shopping my first stop is always the skirt section. For some reason the skirts that I’m looking for jump out at me quicker than the blouses or coats. I like these wool a-line skirts, they are substaintial and versitile.
I picked this one out because of the unique two-button closure on either side and the front pleating. Then I hand-stitched a lace bottom and added three small doilies. I love it. I imagine this with a shirt tucked in, high boots, a cardigan and a belt. Size 10 (approximately) and for sale in my Forgotten Finds shop!
Modeled so graciously by my new dress form which I recently picked up at the local antique shop. You know when you first see something in a shop and leave it, but then regret not buying it? She was splattered in lime green paint, but I knew I could fix her up. And that’s what I did. Cream colored acrylic touch-ups with a bit of antiquing to match her original fabric. From July of 1965, I wonder what her life has been like?
This is great! I have just started making my own range of hand made JadeMonster plush toys that support women living in challenging circumstances in Vietnam. I get such inspiration from things like this. We all need to make changes. Keep sharing!
This is awesome! I have just started making my own range of hand made JadeMonster plush toys that support women living in challenging circumstances in Vietnam. I get such inspiration from things like this. We all need to make changes. Keep sharing!
I love the details you have added to your skirt! It makes it very unique and lovely. I have been thinking about adding a couple of doilies to one of my cardigans and after seeing your results I am going to give it a go!
Hi I found your site when i was searching Google for this
I’m loving that bit of fuchsia lace underneath…