a walk on the wild side
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Sadly, my afternoon of sewing with my friend D. did not happen last Friday. I woke up feeling rather ill, and it didn’t go away, so I had to cancel. Drat! But I did sew one (of the three) bags I had cut out. Something a little different, yet totally fun for me! I rather love leopard print accessories, in moderation, and a leopard print bag has been high on my list for a little while. I ordered this fabric recently, and it proved perfect for a new handbag! I used the scalloped clutch pattern from the 1940s pattern booklet, and am pleased as punch with how it turned out! Though I have to admit that the instructions were a bit muddled at points, so imagination was needed to fill in the blanks! The most mystifying that portion was how the zipper was inserted: so the pull ended up upside down (inside the bag)! I did have to adjust that. lol.
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I’ve got two others (in the plaid fabric) on the sewing machine right now. Hopefully I’ll finish them in the next couple days. One is for a super secret blog surprise! hehe! (More photos here.)
This week shall be spent cleaning and preparing for our out-of-town guest: my sister! I’m so, so excited to see her and spend 10 days catching up and getting into our usual trouble. lol. We’re only two years apart (I’m older), and are not only sisters but best friends. She’s been busy getting her degree, so chatting during the school year has been spotty. So we are both definitely looking forward to this little visit (and have got some fun plans and sightseeing lined up!)!!!
Posted on June 22nd, 2009 to sewing.
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a step back in time… »35 lovely thoughts to “a walk on the wild side”
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Shayla says:
meow!
the sickness must be going around. I had to cancel my sewing date with solanah today, on account of my mother in law being sick and unable to watch the kids. arrgh.
Summer time needs to arrive and people need to stop getting sick. hahaha.
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Couture Allure says:
Oh my! I love this! What pattern is it? Is it available for purchase? Looks great in leopard print and I also love your shoes! I’m retweeting this on Twitter.
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Clare says:
That bag is awfully cute, and it looks great with your black pumps!
Yay about your sister!! I don’t have any (six brothers, though!), but three dear sweet girls ‘adopted’ me, and they’re arriving tomorrow. We have all sorts of plans for sewing bees, knitting bees, photo shoots, and an outing to town in vintage attire to see how many looks we can get.
Have a blast with your sister. If you have half as much fun with her as I’m planning to have with mine, you’ll be having a LOT of fun.
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Aurélie Von Muller says:
come to see Singe-Parlant’s new look!
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Natalie says:
I loved the scalloped edges! Such a cute purse! I hope you feel better. Have a wonderful time with your sister.
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Amanda Nicole says:
The purse turned out beautifully! But I especially love your blouse
My sister and I are close as well, and while it can be tough staying connected as life gets in the way, when we do get together it’s like we were never apart. No one can give you the giggles like a sister!
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Little Rascal says:
That’s really cool! Well done!
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Gabreial says:
I LOVE your outfit Casey and the bag is icing on the cake. Have a great weekend!
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maria says:
The scalloped clutch is perfection!! I also love leopard print accessories in moderation. Although, one day I would love to own a leopard print swing coat!!!
So awesome!! I hope you and your sister have a lovely visit together.
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lauren winter says:
beautiful! I love the scalloped look, and that it’s from a 1940s pattern.. and your blouse and skirt combination is really pretty, btw.
hope you have a good time with your sister! 10 days, that’s great! I love hearing about sister relationships. being away from my two sisters makes me appreciate the time I have with them more, I’m sure it’s the same for you.
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Tanya says:
The bag is amazing! But I must know – where did you get those black heels and the flower blouse? I’m so jealous!
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Kimberly says:
That bag is absolutely adorable.
That whole outfit is!Too cute!
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jennine says:
wow, i absolutely love the scallop thing these days! your clutch is adorable.
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Kelley Anne says:
How cute is that?! I’ve always wanted a pair of leopard print shoes, but haven’t come across the right ones as of yet. I hope you have a wonderful time with your sister!
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Rachel S. says:
Fantastic bag!
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Jenny-Rose says:
That is darling! I love the use of leopard with the ruffles – it’s girly but not overly so. I can’t wait to see your next projects!
Have a fabulous time with L – give her a hug for me!
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elena says:
beautiful blouse
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Maggi says:
What a precious bag! You did a great job on it! Have fun getting ready for your sister’s visit!
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Shaa says:
Could you please publish the pattern you used to make this lovely clutch?
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Marmielu says:
That bag is SO cute! I love that blouse, too. I can’t wait to see the other bags. Do any have handles? Hint: my birthday is in a few months!
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Sarah W. says:
Those shoes are knockout! Where did you find them?
Good for you to sew even though you weren’t feeling great. Sewing always makes me feel better…you too?
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NoirGirl says:
Oh, Casey! This purse is brilliant! Leopard print truly suits the pattern. It’s such a great roomy bag. I’ve been dreaming of one like this for a while. I know everyone else asked you this too, but is it possible to get a copy of the pattern?
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Maegan says:
I haven’t tried sewing anything non-clothing yet. Although, when I was a teen I helped my mom take a pair of old jeans & turned them into a purse.
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Sarah says:
Oh how sweet! I love the scalloped edges – it really gives it a girly touch. And may I just say that I LOVE your blouse. That has to be one of the prettiest blouses I have ever seen. Did you make it?
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Rhiannon says:
I love the clutch purse! And the idea of making accessories from vintage patterns, too . . . but that bag is especially wonderful with those scallops!
Also that’s so sweet about your sister.
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Mars says:
scallops + cheetah prints, i love it! and a vintage pattern too! i am thoroughly impressed miss Casey
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Stéphanie says:
Casey,
That’s just beautiful !
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thevintageyear says:
WOW, the tiered scalloped edges are amazing!! I just loved scalloped anything, you did a great job!
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Hanne says:
The bag is so gorgeous, and I can’t believe you made it yourself
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Darla says:
Lovely outfit, you have such a great style I love how you can mix so many different prints and still look freakin adorable. Your a genius. ♥
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jen says:
super cute…everything! i especially love how you made your whole outfit.
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Tina C. says:
What a fantastic bag! That scalloped edge is just so adorable, and I just have to say, I love that blouse you made, too!
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Lisa says:
I love your shirt, it’s so sweet!
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Aya says:
Everything in these photos are perfection! And I can’t get over how gorgeous your blouse is… it’s sleeves are just beautiful!!!
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Jolie Musick says:
I really really love mustard yellow, or any yellow for that matter, with leopard. Somehow it just makes me think of something Cruella DeVille would have worn before she went stark raving mad.
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