Real Life: Live & Unscripted

The "LBD" aka The Little Black Dress

Do you own one?

Can you believe with all the sewing I do and have done that I do NOT own a LBD? It's just a dress made in black fabric right? LOL

Well I take that back, I do have this one:

Vogue 8184 (You can see the review HERE

But it's not TOTALLY black, so does that count?

I got my InStyle Makeover Magazine in the mail today and it showcased some great LBD's.

LOVE the embellished cuffs on #1

I MUST make a one shoulder dress!!!

LOVE the sparkly!! #14 is SO cute! I saw some fabric similar to this in Atlanta last time I was there. I ALMOST got it. I have to make sure it doesn't look like a "cheap club dress". I don't like that look lol.

LOVE teh peplum on #19!!!

Then #25...yesssss lol

Someone please tell me WHY it's so hard for me to make a black dress! I don't know what my problem is but I NEED to solve it.

I don't want just ONE LBD, I want a few lol.  Crazy? Maybe lol.

I REALLY want to make this dress:

View A - The sleeveless black one at the bottom. I'm TORN on what kind of fabric to use.  The pattern suggests lightweight flannel (AS IF), crepe and lightweight gabardine. Umm no. I don't want either of those. I normally just do my own thing with fabrics/suggestions but I don't know which way to go with this one lol. Suggestions? Hints? Tips? LOL

This is another dress I want to make:

Suzi Chin Maggy Boutique Ruched Jersey Dress

Using Butterick 5282

I think this pattern/dress is timeless. I love it.

I also want a fun/casual type of LBD. I'm still on the fence with the patterns I want to use but I have my inspiration...just trying to get my plan together in my head.

Sooooo do you have a LBD? Link me in the comments. I want to see, and maybe it will help me get out of my LBD slump lol.

Toodles!

 

Diamonds & Pearls

Well not really lol but here are the two necklaces I made lol. Simple, yet effective.

Next pearl necklace will be a double strand one.

 
 
 
 

That is all lol. Have a good one!

Toodles!

Adrienne's Little World, Video Edition

 WOOHOO! LOL I did a video lol

So y'all enjoy lol Oh, I hope yall love my little song lol. I LOVE Dj Khaled this song is SO hot to me and I'm stuck on it lol.

Ok, y'all have a good one! LOL

GTFOOH Episode 9

Have I REALLY not done one of these this year!? LOL

 
WHY? This lady is WELL into her 40's and yes she was at church. I wish ya'll could see the length of this dress...AND how the front was cut...no time to snap all of that though.

Discuss...lol

Vogue 8603 & Butterick 5496

I love tunics and fell in love with this one:

 

Parker Silk Tunic - But I did not like the price tag.

 

My Version -Butterick 5496

Pattern Description:  Misses Tunics

Pattern Sizing: XSM- Medium. I made the small.


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Y es, I looked them over before I got started.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?I LOVE tunics so this pattern made me happy!


Fabric Used: Some type of poly blend that was $1.95 at Hancock.


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I don't know if I will make it again but I do highly recommend it if you like this style top.

Conclusion:  Great Pattern

 

Vogue 8603

Pattern Description:  Misses skirts

Pattern Sizing: 14-16. I cut the 14


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? VERY EASY!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? My favorite thing is the princess seams!!! I love the way this fits! Excuse the wrinkles. I took pics after I had been wearing it all day lol.


Fabric Used: Linen Blend


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I Love this skirt and plan on making another one in lightweight denim.

Conclusion:Great skirt. Great wardrobe builder.

Here are some additional pictures:

 
Outside casing...

 
Inside casing...

 
 
Hems...

 
simple serged seams...

 
Close up of the diamond pattern in the fabric of my skirt...

 
Inside fully lined...wrinkle, but lined lol.

 
Me wearing it. There was a bee flying around my head lol

 
Once the bee left me alone lol.

McCall's 6069 "The Dinner Party Dress"

I have not had ANY sewing mojo. NONE. All I wanted to do was play around with my new fabric.

I was invited to a Birthday Dinner and NEEDED a dress. Ok, I didn't NEED a dress I just wanted a new simple one lol.

I LOVE this dress! So easy to wear and so easy to dress up or down, just by changing accessories!

 

McCall's 6069

Pattern Description:  Misses dress and sash.

Pattern Sizing: 6-14. I made the 12


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? I glanced over them before I started sewing.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved the simplicity of it.


Fabric Used: Rayon Jersey


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I doubt if I sew this one again, but I HIGHLY recommend it. 

Conclusion: Great pattern!!!

Here are some additional pictures:

 
All of the pics I got of the back of the dress on me were so dark and blurry. I'll grab some next time I wear it lol.

 
I love the soft pleats on this.

 
I LOVE cowl neck ANYTHING, so yall know I love this right? I've worn it twice since I made it lol.

*sigh*

Ever had so much happen in such a short time frame you dont know if you are coming or going?

I've been on an emotional roller coaster.

Seriously.

I'm crying one minute, and laughing the next.

Think I'm ok and the tears start again.

Have some hard decisions to make and don't know where to start.

I've only confided in one person and they've been a God-send.

I've learned that you can't let everyone know the inner workings of your heart.

It's not safe.

I guess this is my way of sorting out what's in my head.

Whats in my heart.

Praying that God gives me the wisdom I need right now.

Wish I could be posting fabric pics or something. It's not all sunshine & rainbows today.

I'm having a love affair with pretty fabric!

**ETA This fabric was ordered from www.fashionfabricsclub.com**

I got my fabric in the mail today!! YAY!!!!!

I walked through the door, threw down the bags I had in my hand and ripped open my package with the passion of a woman missing her lover! LOL

 
This one wasn't EXACTLY what I thought it was going to be but it will make a nice button down top.

 
   

The above two are cotton lawn.  So breezy lol. Good thing it stays hot here until November lol.
 
HOW STUNNING IS THIS WHITE SHIRTING?!?!?!?!? I LOVE THIS!

 
I was SHOCKED when I unfolded this one because when I ordered it, I didn't know it had a border on it. *giggles*

 
*sigh* How pretty is this? All I can see is me making a strapless dress (yes I'm in LOVE with strapless dresses) and still wearing it in the early fall with this:

 
The grey one lol.AND I already have grey fabric that matches it PERFECTLY!? Am I crazy in my thinking?? LOL

 
I think this is my favorite piece. I'm seriously in love with florals. Like really. That white flower is my favorite lol. I can also wear this piece in the early fall with a cardigan.

*sigh*  Can y'all tell I'm in love!? LOL I REALLY AM IN LOVE LOL.

Butterick 5491

 
 

Butterick 5491

Pattern Description: : Loose-fitting, flared dresses A, B, below mid-knee or evening length, have lined, gathered v-neck bodice, neck band, front draped midriff and back zipper.

Pattern Sizing: 14-20 


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, super easy.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? LOVED this pattern. Overlooked it until I saw the onemade.


Fabric Used: Rayon Jersey from Joann's


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I ommited the zipper and shortened the neck strap.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I love this dress. Not sure if I will sew it again, just wayyyyy too many other dresses out there, but I HIGHLY recommend it. Did you see the one Toya made?  Stunning!

Conclusion: Great dress. I simply love it!

Selling some of my fabric stash!

Hey guys!

I have purged my fabric and these are the pieces I'm getting rid of.

I wanted to give you guys first dibs(if you want), then it's going on ebay. A friend of mine came over last night to pick out her favorite pieces first lol.

The number above the picture is the number for the fabric, and the yardage,  fabric content(if known or best possible description)  and price is below.

No shipping charges. I just want it gone lol.

Leave me a comment and let me know which piece you want.  Once I email you back I'll give you the email address for paypal and I'll get it boxed up and mailed out before the post office closes today(by 3pm), everything else will be mailed out the next day. Shipping in the US only. Please make sure the mailing address on your paypal is correct, or email me your shipping address.

1 SOLD

 

3yards 17 inches/ 60 wide/sweater knit/$15.00

2 Sold
 

3 yards/60 wide/sweater knit/$15.00

3 SOLD
 

1 yard 33 inches/60 wide/poly lycra( NOT swimsuit fabric, great for tops, skirts or dresses)/$8.00

4
 

2 yards 24 inches/60 wide/unknown(feels like some kinda poly blend)/$10.00

5
 

2yards 27 inches/60 wide/ unknown (feels like a poly blend) $10.00

6
 

1 yard 25 inches/60 wide/ Rayon Jersey/ $8.00

7
 

4 yards/45 wide/wool jersey/$25.00

8 SOLD
 

2 yards 22 inches/60 wide/ poly lycra/$10.00

9 sold pending payment
 

2 yards 10 inches/60 wide/2way stretch satin/$10.00

10
 

2 yards 10 inches/60 wide/ some type of satin lol/$10.00

11 SOLD
 

2 yards 32 inches/60 wide/ poly lycra/$15.00

12 sold
 

2 yards 28 inches/60 wide/poly lycra/$10.00

13
 

2yards/60 wide/silk jersey/$20.00

14 SOLD
 

2 yards 10 inches/60 wide/ poly lycra/$10.00

15
 

1 yard 23 inches/60 wide/poly lycra/$8.00

16 Sold
   

3 yards/60 wide/ I can't tell if this is 100% linen or a linen blend, but it has good weight to it. I'm leaning more towards 100% linen/$15.00

Hump Day Ramblings.......

• The more we communicate, the more I dislike you, probably because I truly know who you are now.

• I'm too old to stay up till 3am.  That -ish ain't cute lol.

• Saw Eclipse with my kids and friends. It was just ok for me. Gotta watch it again, when I'm NOT sleepy.

• I haven't been on my computer in forever.

• My email is insane. Y'all already knew that was coming next lol.

• God has truly blessed my hands! I am so thankful!

• I want to buy fabric. I think I shall shop.

• I'm so excited about organizing/purging my fabric. I want to do that instead of sew but I MUST make Jaelyn's dress. Like I HAVE to lol.

• Anywhere. I. Cant. Wait.

• HOE EXCITED. LMAO, I promise that's not what I meant lol.

• I *JUST* unpacked my suitcase. Nevermind that today is THURSDAY! LOL

• I have a ton of fabric in my cart now. Hmmm... let me weed through this lol.

• UGH.

• I want to dye my hair, but not until the fall.

• That was so awesome. Intense.

• A nap is needed.

• Kayla asked me if a hotdog bun tasted like bread?! lol

• I can't wait until my day "off" tomorrow. Thank you sooooooooooooooooo much :D

• I KNEW I had a lot of fabric, but I didn't know I had THAT much fabric. I mean why did I want to photograph and organize my fabric again!? OH I know, that damn app. *insert mumbles here*

• TWO HOURS LATER, and I'm STILL not finished. Making progress, but not finished.

• I took pics of 98 pieces of fabric. FROM MY SHELVES. NOT even counting my white fabrics lol. And NO, I'm NOT finished lol. AND YES, I did order more fabric today lol.

• It's going to be a GREAT mail week! LOL

• Getting a perm today. Haven't had one since January or February lol. GO ME! LOL. Hair gonna be skrait this beautiful Friday Mernin lol.

• My hair feels GOOD! LOL

• LMAO! I didnt say HORSE CHICKEN!!!! LOL

• OMG, l laughed so hard! LOL

• Had a day to myself. OMG, I feel refreshed, and renewed. Thank you baby.

• I GOT A NEW KITTY!!!! HE IS SO CUTE!!!

• Chico does NOT like the cat. AT ALL.

• I went to hancock for elastic and came back with fabric. How does that happen?! LOL

• Waiting on the mail man,  UPS AND Fed-Ex lol

• WHY am I excited about fall clothes??? LOL

• Jaelyn's job is putting a wrench in the stuff I had planned for summer lol. Can't do anything till she get's off work lol.

• Had a BLAST at two 4th of July BBQ's. Can't tell y'all how much I love my inner circle!

• Showed my good friend my recent fabric purchases..she asked if I was really buying more fabric...my response? LOL **hangs head in fake shame** lol. She knows I love my fabric lol.

• *sings* This...right here...is my...swag lol

• I'm SLEEPY.

• I LOVE WEDNESDAY NIGHTS!!!!!!

• All these channels and NOTHING is on TV.

• UPS and the mail man came, but not what I'm waiting on lol.

• My tolerance for bullshit, liars, fake folks and foolishness is *this* short.

Alright y'all ramble lol.

Kwik Sew 3779

I was out swimsuit shopping with Jaelyn and ran across this swimsuit. I tried it on and fell in LOVE.

  

I however was NOT in love with the price tag. Over a hundred bucks for a swimsuit? Child PLEASE!!!!

 

Enter Kwik Sew 3779

 

I made this to wear to Destin  a couple weeks ago and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!!!

Pattern Description: Shirred Swimsuits

Pattern Sizing: XS-XL.  I made the medium


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? I LOVE how straight forward Kwik Sew directions are. LOVE them.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved how this pattern was an exact match to the swimsuit I fell in love with lol, for a fraction of the cost!


Fabric Used:Spandex Lycra from Gail K Fabrics


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I HIGHLY recommend this pattern! I think I MIGHT make this one again in a solid!

Conclusion: Great pattern!

Simplicity 2401

 

This is my Toya inspired dress lol.

Simplicity 2401

I was talking with Toya while she was working on her dress. I already had the pattern in my stash but it was for the jumpsuit, NOT the dress lol. When I saw how gorgeous her dress was, I HAD to make it. Once I saw her dress, I was finished with mine in 2 days time lol. I have always thought halter tops/dresses weren't flattering on me, but I see differently now lol. So I gotta say thanks to Toy for jumpstarting my sewing mojo lol. I actually made this a while back, but I was just able to wear it a couple weeks ago. LOVED IT!

Pattern Description: Misses' dress and jumpsuits designed for day or evening. Sewing patterns.

Pattern Sizing: 6-14. I made the 14


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes!

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? SUPER easy!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love everything about this pattern.


Fabric Used: Cotton sateen. I think I got this from denverfabrics.com a couple years ago.


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I HIGHLY recommend this dress, not sure if I will sew it again though.

Conclusion: If you like halters, this is a GREAT pattern.

On my nightstand...

 

Mathilda Savitch

This was a REALLY good book, I thought it was going to be WAY different that what it was.

Salt & Pepper Shrimp

 

Ingredients:
1 ½ lbs large raw shrimp (deveined with shells on)
Canola oil (for frying)
1 cup green onions (sliced)
¼ cup fresh garlic (minced)
¼ cup fresh ginger (minced)
½ tablespoons sea salt
½ tablespoon ground pepper mix (black, green, red, ect.)

Step 1: Pat dry shrimp with paper towels. Heat a deep fryer to 375 degrees. Add shrimp and deep fry for 20 seconds. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Step 2: Coat the wok with a little oil and sauté green onions, garlic and ginger for 15 seconds. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Stir fry for 20 seconds and serve.
(Makes 3 Servings)

  

 

  

 

 
 

 

 
I can NOT remember where I found this recipe. If I find it again, I'll link it up, but it was GOOD!

McCall's 6023

 

McCall's 6023

Pattern Description: Top A and dresses B, C have pleated front and back zipper; top A has purchased pearl trim and ribbon; dresses B, C are lined; dress B has jewel stones and applique; dress C has puffed hemline and self-fabric flowers; straight-legged pants D have side front pockets, front zipper and shaped waistband, purchased studs.

Pattern Sizing:7-14


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Super easy. The bubble hem confused me but I think it was user error lol.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Kayla loves this dress.


Fabric Used: Eyelet from Gail K Fabrics in Atlanta


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Kayla has a list of dresses she wants me to make so I wouldn't make this one again unless she requested it lol.

Conclusion: Simple pattern with great results. Kayla was pleased :)