Ankara – Maxi Dress
Most times the fabric dictates the style.....Loving this maxi dress made specially for my daughter...Happy sewing
Newlook 6429 Revisited…. In a Leather-Look knit fabric
A great wardrobe staple Newlook 6429 the pattern is oop I think. I made my first version in 2009 here , another in 2010 here, and in 2011 here . All these dresses have gone to various homes (two to my sisters, and one to my niece), funny enough the owners still own and wear them .Five years [...]
Vogue 8847… With Leather Details
This is one of my favorite patterns sewn in recent time. I got the pattern when it was newly released but didn't have the motivation or the right fabric for the style until recently. The wait really worth it as I love everything about this dress, my fabric choice and the leather detail.Fabric: I used [...]
Happenings Here!!!
This blog has been neglected for too long, and I apologize greatly for my lack of communication on this medium. My life has been busy at home, at work and on the sewing front. A lot of great and fun things have been happening on the sewing front.In July we launched a program called "Empowering [...]
Maxi Skirts…..
Though I haven't been posting, but I have been sewing but not so much....Here are my recent projects....Fabric: From stash, they are Ankara, and Stretch silk .Patterns: Self drafted gathered and 3 - piece skirts....Head ties: Gifted Pashminas......Hope you are all enjoying nice summer weather.....Have a lovely week....Aminat
Bridal Dance Dress….Yes I made it
A lovely, flattering bridal dance dress I made for my dear niece....Happy Married Life dear
My Sewing Journey……My story of Gratitude
My sewing journey, how it all started and I am still learning....This is a journey, and I am really enjoying the ride.... Thank God for His mercies Sewing and I.Please read on….Where do I start from? I sincerely don’t know but I know for sure I will always be grateful to God and to my dearest [...]
McCall’s 6988 …….in Ankara
Ankara loving continues..... For a complete review, check my previous blog post here Conclusion: Very flattering and versatile style for work, day and evening...Enjoy!!!
Ankara for skirts and more!
Ankara is one of West Africa's traditional fabrics, but was originally known to be made by Dutch from waxed cotton for the Indonesia market . The fabric however became popular in Africa partly due to the distinctive African motif/pattern or durability of the fabric to Africa weather... Ankara is an adorable fabric that is worn for [...]
This dress on my mind…
This Mrs Obama's dress has been on my mind since I saw her on TV yesterday... especially the color and simplicity of the dress..... I am in love mostly with the color, this style of high neck won't work for me with by broad shoulder, I think will look like a dress on a [...]