First Client!

I recently had my very first client come to me for alterations! A mutual friend from SA VA told Jen about me and my sewing skills and she didn't hesitate to call me! To get ready for the summer and vacation, Jen needed padding pockets put into her bikini tops and I told her I would be happy to help! It was a little bit tricker than I initially thought only because I wanted to make sure it looked like they belonged in there in the first place! I couldn't take apart the bikinis completely but I think they turned out pretty well! :)

These are only two of the bathing suit tops I altered and put hooks on the back so she wouldn't have to deal with tying them anymore!

Jen also had a lot of pants/shorts with slash pockets that she didn't find flattering on her hips. She asked me to sew them shut for her so she could wear her favorite bottoms and feel comfortable!

I really enjoyed sewing for somebody else! I hope she is happy with her newly altered clothes!

It's In Our Blood :)

For many years it has been a tradition in my family for my sisters and I to make our Easter Sunday dresses! Because of school and working I haven't been able to make my dress for the past two years but this year all four of my little sisters made gorgeous dresses! They all looked amazing and did such a fantastic job on their dresses, I just have to show them off :) Unfortunately, I didn't get great pictures of the dresses but you can get the gist of it by the cute ones I do have!

This is Sarah, my 17 year old sister, in her dress she made using a Vogue pattern. She has never really loved sewing but you would never guess that looking at her dress. Ever since we were little she has always picked the craziest fabric and that still stands true today! :) PS. she did wear heels but everyone knows you can't do an Easter egg hunt wearing heels!

Top 5 Favorite Spring Things!

I am in love with the fashion for spring 2011, I just can't stop shopping!! I have picked out my five favorite parts of what is "in" this spring to share with you, in no special order! Let me know what you think :)

Number One: Loose Clothing!

I LOVE how it is finally sexy to wear loose fitting clothing and not look like you are going to the gym! As you may know, I am a pretty small person so finding fitted clothes that look nice is sometimes difficult for me! I love how crop tops, loose tunics and wide legged pants are back! And we can't forget the boyfriend jean, gotta love it!

Urban Outfitters sparkle & fade textured extreme hem tee: $38

Loft chambray sailor trouser pant: $69.50

Loft ginger wash relaxed boyfriend jeans: $79.50

Loft metallic satin stripe tee: $49.50

As you can tell already I am in love with Ann Taylor Loft clothing... you would be too if you spent at least 15 hours a week staring at their clothing :)